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How to Make My Computer Run Faster For Free


If you are tired of a slow working computer, and would like to gain control over your PC and make it run faster (for free), then here is how to make your computer do just that by following a few simple steps...

The DOs:

1) Start by reducing what programs will automatically launch at startup. There are free downloadable Start-up Managers on the Web (e.g., Startup Delayer v2.5.138). They will create a smoother start-up experience for PC users.

2) Limit the amount of Desktop icons as well as add-ons appearing on the screen. Options: Turn off, select none, or avoid altogether.

3) Within a Web browser, do not have too many tabs or windows open at once as it will slow down the computer system.

4) Keep flash video from running while navigating the Internet.

5) Stay away from clicking on Ads that pop-up or show up on Web pages. Use a freeware program like Ad Blocker 1.3, which can get rid of most ads including popups, banners and cookies.

6) Use the Disk Cleanup option to remove unnecessary and temporary files stored in the hard drive. This will provide more space for other programs to operate faster.

7) Defragment the computer often to make the computer be able to perform operations faster.

Advice: Besides PC users needing to control what programs are loaded at start up, they need to get rid of those programs that are not used or needed any longer.

The Don't DOs:

Those who are not PC Techs or a PC Experts should not make computer hardware adjustments themselves. Here is an example: tweaking the PC’s hardware settings to make the Central Processor Unit (CPU) or system memory run faster. This is known as "clocking" the Computer. This could however make your computer run faster, if done properly. As well, avoid touching the computer's registry or using a registry cleaner freeware program. Again, this could help or work in making a faster running computer.

Summary

Simply said, the best way how to make your computer run faster (for free) is to maintain it by getting rid of certain programs that are not needed at system startup or thereafter since it will slow down the computer. By following the 7 steps provided, computer users will be able to have a much better running and performing computer.