Laptop running slow

Have you ever wondered about the capacity and performance of your hard disk drive? Typically, the average desktop computer has a capacity of 10 to 40 gigabytes stored onto the hard disk. All of this information is stored in the form of files, also known as a collection of bytes-which is all a file is [...]

No one likes to deal with the maintenance of their computer; however it is important that you check computer performance on a regular basis. Your computer is a wise investment after all it provides you and your family access to the world with access to the internet. However nothing is more frustrating than trying to [...]

Computer and browser slowness are not always malware related . Poor performance and other problems can be the result of disk fragmentation, disk errors, corrupt system files, too many startup programs, unnecessary services running, not enough RAM, dirty hardware, etc. As your system gets older it becomes filled with more files/programs and has a natural [...]

My PC is having some serious issues. It’s running way slow. It’s freezing up. And a couple of weeks ago I started getting “Your system has a virus!” pop-ups that just won’t go away. I’m not a techie, so where to take my decrepit machine for help? By decrepit, I mean a 2007 Gateway laptop. [...]

Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.2 Scan saved at 20:48:15, on 20/11/2007 Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP2 (6.00.2900.2180) Boot mode: Normal Running processes: C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\winlogon.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\services.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\lsass.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\Ati2evxx.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe C:\WINDOWS\System32\svchost.exe C:\Program Files\Lavasoft\Ad-Aware 2007\aawservice.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\Ati2evxx.exe C:\WINDOWS\Explorer.EXE C:\WINDOWS\system32\spoolsv.exe C:\PROGRA~1\Grisoft\AVG7\avgcc.exe C:\HP\KBD\KBD.EXE C:\Program Files\ATI Technologies\ATI Control Panel\atiptaxx.exe C:\WINDOWS\arservice.exe C:\windows\system\hpsysdrv.exe C:\Program Files\G-Zapper\GZapper 2.0.EXE C:\PROGRA~1\Grisoft\AVG7\avgamsvr.exe [...]

Share Slow Windows startup is an issue faced by almost every PC user at one point in their computer’s life cycle. There could be various reasons as to why Windows take a long time to boot. Using msconfig to remove useless programs from the startup menu is one way of fixing the issue. However, a [...]

Most of us experience slow windows startup after having used a computer for a long time. And for me, half a year is enough to get accustomed to leaving my computer alone after I press the start button, and probably, having a cup of coffee. Despite the hardware factor (people seldom consider expensive hardware upgrades [...]

How to use ReadyBoost to speed up Vista Windows Vista has often been at the receiving end of many critiques and harsh reviews – but it has a few gems hidden in it as well. One of them is ReadyBoost, a simple application that jacks up the working speed of the Vista PC by using [...]

Speed Up Windows Vista 64 Bit Posted in Windows Tweaks on Windows Vista’s Home Basic, Home Premium, Ultimate, Business and Enterprise all have a 64-bit (or x64) edition. This was released early 2007. It is best utilized by computer users who have high-performance and advanced needs. The 64-bit edition is ideal for CAD and AutoCAD [...]

Install high priority updates Microsoft Update is the online extension of Windows that helps you keep your computer up-to-date. Microsoft Update includes updates from Windows Update and from Office Update, in addition to updates for other Microsoft products and for third-party device drivers. Use Microsoft Update to install updates for your computer’s operating system, software, [...]