How Can I Clear My Computer to Make It Run Faster

The amount of memory your computer has a significant impact on your PC’s performance. I am referring to RAM (Random Access Memory). Your system RAM can be viewed by right-clicking on “My Computer” and then choosing “Properties”. In the General tab, there is a section named Computer that will have important information about your computer, including the amount of RAM. However, PCs with 512MB or less of RAM, can get a very improved performance by taking the recommended steps outlined below.

Tip 1: Startup Items – The number one cause of poor PC performance is excessive memory usage by unnecessary programs in your startup list. You can view these items by going to Start->Run. Type in msconfig, press enter, then go to the tab Startup. All the entries with a check mark will load when your computer is started. The best way to speed up your computer is to uncheck the unnecessary processes. In general, the less RAM your computer has, the fewer startup items, you want to have.

Tip 2: Spyware – The next thing to do is eliminate spyware and so-called computer hijacking software. I recommend Acebyte Utilities Free. However, if you are trying to minimize startup programs to save memory, you could just run the program at regular intervals.

Tip 3: Virus Protection – You can look for a free anti-virus program without all the bells and whistles.

Tip 4: Windows Clean-up – A good program for cleaning up general inefficiencies such as temporary files, internet explorer files, registry errors, and set startup items as described in Tip 1 is Acebyte Utilities Free. This is good alternative to the Control Panel for uninstalling unwanted programs, such as internet explorer toolbars, etc.

Each of these steps should be repeated at regular intervals based on system performance. Also, be aware that in addition to steps above, the number of programs opened by you will also utilize RAM and slow your PC. So, make a good habit of closing programs that are not in use.

Free PC Repair And Maintenance Tips

Technology continues to improve, making computers faster, more powerful and more efficient, but like all machines, they require maintenance and repair to keep them working correctly. You can repair and maintain your computer with built-in utilities and free software.

Tip 1: Run your computer’s built-in maintenance utilities, Disk Cleanup and Disk Defragmenter. Access both of these applications by clicking “Start,” opening “All Programs,” then “Accessories” and finally “System Tools.” Disk Cleanup compresses certain files, removes other unnecessary data and cleans out other files that you specify to free up disk space, and Disk Defragmenter pieces together fragmented files to help your computer load data more quickly.

Tip 2: Clean and optimize your computer’s registry with a free registry cleaner, such as Acebyte Utilities Free. Use it to scan your registry for any errors or unnecessary entries, then clean them out. The program will do this by itself.

Tip 3: Use Windows’ error-checking utility to check your hard drive for errors and bad sectors. Open “My Computer,” right-click on your “C” drive, then click “Properties.” Click the “Tools” tab, then click “Scan Now” under the “Error-checking” category. Check both boxes in the pop-up window, then click “Start.” This process may take quite some time, but it will locate and correct any errors on your hard drive. It is recommended that you do not run any other programs during this process.