Computer Running Slow - Problems and Solutions

Windows do come with a few built-in tools we can use for some basic tasks so let's do them first and see if we can't slightly improve performance.

1. Go to My Computer - Right Click C: Drive - Properties - Tools:

• Run disk clean up and delete all temporary files, the trashcan and other junk files you will not need.


• Defragment your hard drives - this might take a while depending on the size of your hard drive and how much is on it, but be prepared for at least 30 minutes.

2. Control Panel - Add/Remove Programs:

• Uninstall any applications you are no longer using or don't need.

3. Go through your folders and delete files you don't need.

The above options are not necessarily very effective solutions, but this also depends on your computer usage;

• Do you frequently download files from the internet?


• Do you install many programs, such as trial version and freeware?


• Do you visit websites you would not tell your mom about?


• Do you often play games and push your computer to its limits?

If you answered yes to one or more of the questions above, you will probably have errors that needs to be fixed and we will look into those errors and how you can get rid of them so you can begin to enjoy your computer again.

Visit our homepage for tips and tweaks to increase computer speed.

Most errors and problems in Windows are caused by registry errors. The registry is the headquarters of operations in Windows, here it stores all configuration files and system settings; any change made within Windows is stored in the registry. But due to this constant changing and adding of new data, the registry becomes cluttered and Windows needs significantly longer time to find the information needed.

Download a registry cleaner and scan your registry for errors

Signs of a Corrupted Registry

• Start up and shut down takes a long time to complete.


• Computer freezes, halts and performs slower.


• When you launch a program, it takes a long time to start and the computer freezes, and programs become non-responsive from time to time.


• You get various error messages, such as svchost.exe application error.


• The computer suddenly stops responding, the screen turns blue and displays several codes and the computer reboots.

What can these errors lead to?

If these problems are not dealt with they will only get worse, the computer will slow down more, stop responding and potentially lose important system data. If this happens then Windows may become corrupt and the only repair option is to reinstall Windows entirely.

Solution

The solution is to clean up and repair the registry. It is not recommended to attempt to fix the registry manually, in fact it is nearly impossible: there could be hundreds of errors and even repair technicians use software when they make repairs in the registry.

Proper maintenance to the registry is essential to avoid errors and you should scan the registry and clean it up once a week, or at least every time you add or remove software applications.

Run a registry cleaner and fix any errors it discovers, you can download Registry Easy and scan your computer for free.

Malware can come from anywhere, if you visited a shady site they could have installed spyware on your computer, free computers tend to include spyware in their installs. They can come from anywhere and will cause a large variety of errors and performance issues, in addition to posing a threat to your privacy.

Malware in a Nutshell

• Malware is short for "malicious software".


• Some malware are designed to destroy a computer(virus), others are designed to spy and gather sensitive information(spyware).


• A clear indication of infections is if your computer often runs out of processing power or desktop icons are disappearing from time to time.

Scan your system! This is the best way to determine if you have been infected, studies show that approx 90% of all home computers is infected with spyware, so if you have browsed the internet there is a good chance you have become infected with spyware.

Please read this post about different kinds of malware, to get a better understanding about what malware is, where it comes from and what it can do to your computer and personal life.

Be on the safe side, download a spyware remover now and scan your computer.

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