Malware
Possibly the most important factor to a badly performing computer is malware. Generally this is associated with downloading a software that contains spyware, by not having browser security settings high enough, by carelessly downloading P2P files, or by failing to install security patches regularly.
Action 1. Update the definitions of your antivirus and run a complete scan of your drive in Safe Mode. Resolve any unfixable issues. Note that some infections need extra measures before they can be removed; normally a web search will locate specific instructions or a particular removal tool. If you can’t find a solution, use the Bc forums to obtain support.
Step 2. You’ve recently downloaded an application, and if the sluggishness is abrupt, the issue might live there. Check this by fully removing it. A user will typically perform a websearch about the application before downloading it because in most instances, any potential problem with malware or poor performance will have appeared.
Step three. Adware and Spyware can radically effect your computer’s performance, and these are throughout the Internet.
Experienced users will regularly operate 2 or 3 of the programs, because each company has its own standards for what constitutes spyware and will only search against their own established. (A list of very great, free antispyware applications is given by BC). Again, solve any open issues before continuing to the next step.
Uncontrolled Applications
Step 4. Review programs that self-start on startup. You pc may be a battleground for your consideration. Many programs, for instance, install a rapid-launch feature that enables them to be exposed instantly; other programs will include an automatic update feature that requires them to be running in the background. Each of these slows down your debut Windows and each needs a little bit of resources while your computer is running.
The simplest method to review and than to manage startups would be to use one of many little utilities available (see the BC list of free apps). In case you are unsure about what can be safely deleted, remember that Bc maintains a really comprehensive Startup Database that contains info about whether the item is required, discretionary, or not needed.
At the same time, remember that all those symbols on your own Desktop also take a small amount of boot time to put themselves.
Lack of Upkeep
Stage 5. Delete unused applications and move old files into a CD. Unplayed games, lots of family images, zipped files that you have already opened, applications you have not found in two years, software for that old printer you put away last year—these are a few examples of files you can delete.
(Note for higher level users: some specialists would contain the additional maintenance step of cleaning the Windows registry, and you will find plenty of applications to help do that. For the most part, so this measure isn’t included, you can do severe damage by creating registry modifications, registry care won’t make a critical difference, and unless you are quite comfortable with Windows, and cautiously make copies of the registry
Action 6. Have it repair Script Error On Ms Vista.
Action 7. Defragment your computer.
Hopefully, now that you have have finished, you’ll find a marked enhancement in computer functionality.