How to fix a slow computer

Over time your may notice your computer slows down and can take a while to load and start programs.

Here’s a few quick tips for things you can do yourself that may help speed up your computer.

Firstly, remember to backup your important files
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Clear some space on your hard drive
Delete any unnecessary and temporary files and clear your recycling bin

Uninstall unused programs
In the Control Panel, open Add or Remove Programs and uninstall any software programs you don’t use

Run a anti virus and anti spyware scan
See our previous article for more info on this

Switch your internet browser to Google Chrome
Chrome is Google’s new web browsers and its much faster then Internet Explore, download here

Change to a simple graphical theme for Windows
In the Control Panel, open Display then goto the Appearance tab, change Windows and buttons to Windows Classic Style

Advanced Options
Other then the above you may want to install more RAM in your computer, possibly reformat or upgrade other hardware. You should ask your local computer shop for advice with this.

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