The document discusses how to fix a slow computer by identifying programs running in the background, checking for outdated web browsers and add-ons, defragmenting the hard drive, and upgrading storage such as installing a solid state drive (SSD).
The document discusses how to fix a slow computer by identifying programs running in the background, checking for outdated web browsers and add-ons, defragmenting the hard drive, and upgrading storage such as installing a solid state drive (SSD).
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The document discusses how to fix a slow computer by identifying programs running in the background, checking for outdated web browsers and add-ons, defragmenting the hard drive, and upgrading storage such as installing a solid state drive (SSD).
The document discusses how to fix a slow computer by identifying programs running in the background, checking for outdated web browsers and add-ons, defragmenting the hard drive, and upgrading storage such as installing a solid state drive (SSD).
becomes unresponsiveness with long load times, and makes the simplest tasks frustrating. That’s when you ask yourself — how can I fix a slow computer?
Understanding and fixing a slow computer can seem
like a daunting task. Happily, it’s not! This guide will show you how to fix a slow PC with six simple steps, so let’s jump straight in!
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Shop the latest deals! If you notice your computer starting to slow down, it’s likely because you have too many programs running at once. Powering several programs at once takes a Upgrade my lot of processing power, impacting performance and computer (/upgrades) speed. There are two ways to fix this: first, decreasing the number of programs running, and second, increasing your computer’s memory and processing power.
Whether you need to disable some start-up
programs, defrag your hard drive, or upgrade your hardware, this article will help you discover why your computer is running slowly and how to fix it.
1. Identify programs that
slow down your computer There are two ways to fix this issue: decrease the number of programs running, or increase your computer’s storage and processing-memory power.
How to find out which programs
are slowing down your PC Your computer might be being bombarded by high- level apps that start automatically and run in the background, or maybe by a program you opened and then forgot to close.
Closing, or even removing unnecessary programs,
can instantly speed up a slow computer.
To do this, simultaneously press Ctrl, Alt, and Delete
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If they're programs you rarely use or no longer need,
then also consider uninstalling them.
How to disable start-up programs
Some computer programs automatically open when you start up your device. Disabling these start-up programs
is another way to speeding up your computer.
Go back into Task Manager, and the Start-up tab will
show you any programs set to open when you start your computer. Consider what you really need to open automatically, then turn off the other programs using the Disable button in the bottom corner.
2. Check your web
browser and add-ons If your computer's running slowly while you surf the Free shipping! internet, you should make sure you're running the | latest version of your web browser. If there’s an
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3. Defragment your hard
disk drive (HDD) HDDs save data in small groups across the disk. Over time, different pieces of related data end up spread all over the place. It then takes longer for the system to find each piece of data and bring it back together when you open a program or app.
Defragmenting (or defragging) your HDD
will bring related bits of data back together, and speed up your system.
Note: SSDs do not need to be defragmented
since their technology is entirely different than HDDs.
To defrag your HDD, click on the Start menu or
Windows button, select Control Panel, then System and Security. Under Administrative Tools, click on Defragment your Hard Drive. Free shipping! |
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Upgrade my computer (/upgrades) You can choose for the process to run on a regular schedule, or you can click Analyze Disk and determine if the process needs to be run immediately.
4. Identify hardware limiting your computer's speed Identifying and replacing outdated hardware can make an older computer feel brand new! An upgrade can also be significantly less expensive than buying a new computer.
Your storage drive and memory (RAM) are the two key pieces of hardware most related to the speed of your computer. A dated storage drive will slow down your performance, even when defragmented, while too little memory offers limited resources to run multiple programs.
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Unlike the long-term storage of your SSD or hard
drive, RAM acts as short-term storage, temporarily holding current data so that it can be quickly accessed.
Think of it as a desktop space where you have laid out
the files, notes and tools that you are using right now.
Every time you do one of the following things, you're
using RAM memory:
Moving your mouse
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Upgrading your memory may sound intimidating, but
it's easy. With a screwdriver, your owner's manual and a good how-to-install RAM guide
, you’ll have new memory in your computer within just
a few minutes. No computer tech or prior knowledge required!
The bottom line — what to
do if your computer is running slow You don't have to make monumental changes to fix a slow computer.
With a few small, manageable changes, you’ll see
immediate and lasting results.
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