It’s very frustrating to have a low-end computer that crashes when performing multiple commands, but high-end computers tend to run slow as well, due to many reasons. The users want to know how to make their computers run faster and to utilize their resources in the best possible way. One of the reasons why computers become sluggish over time is because they’re infected with viruses or other malware, so it’s recommendable to install an antivirus program and to scan your PC from time to time. Other methods to increase the performance of your computer will be enumerated in this article.
Uninstall unnecessary programs
When we need to use software programs urgently, we install them and use them once, then we forget about them, instead of removing them from our computers. Installing too many program file in the C partition will make the computer run slower, so it’s better to get rid of the programs that are no longer needed. To do that, go to Programs>Control Panel, select the program you want to uninstall and simply click on the Uninstall button. Also, the other partitions must be checked from time to time, to see if you’re running out of space. In case that happens, delete unnecessary files, or copy your current files on an external drive.
Replace applications with their alternatives
There are applications that consume a lot of RAM, but fortunately, there are alternatives that do the same job, but eat less memory. For example, you can install Microsoft Security Essentials and alternative to most of the free antivirus programs, instead of Microsoft Office, you can use OpenOffice, which is a free program, use the free Foxit Reader instead of Adobe Reader and update Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome to speed up the browser. If you’re using these alternatives, but your computer is still sluggish, add more RAM, then change the power scheme to high performance for increasing the consumption of power.
Disable unnecessary startup programs
When turning on a computer, there are programs that start automatically, causing a slow startup because they’re consuming system resources – both CPU and RAM. You can choose to disable them manually or to disable the unnecessary items by typing msconfig in the search bar in Start menu if your computer is running on Windows 7 or Windows Vista and on the Start screen, if you’re using Windows 8 or 8.1. Windows XP has a Run dialog box where you will type the command. When System Configuration utility will start, you will click on the Startup tab and you’ll select all the applications that you don’t want to start when the computer is turned on. After that, restart the computer and you will notice the changes in matter of performance.
Computers overheat
Sometimes, when running too many applications, computers overheat and run slower. To check the temperature of the processor, you can install Everest, a program that scan’s your computer for technical issues. Also, make sure you have a powerful vet fan which brings cool air into the computer and from time to time, clean it because dust deposits around the vent holes, preventing air flow.
Disable unnecessary visual effects
To improve the performance of your computer, disable the beautiful visual effects by pressing the combination Windows Key+R to launch the Run dialog box, then type sysdm.cpl, press Enter and go to the Advanced tab, click on Settings from the Performance section, encircle Adjust for best performance and click on Apply.
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