well two days ago my computer started being very slow and weird stuff would frezze and i would have to restart my computer i think i need a reg. sweep or something help me please and something cheap would be nice to thank you
2007-02-03 16:44:17 · 8 answers · asked by matty21620 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
go to majorgeeks.com
download avg for antivirus and malware
download ad-aware and spybot for spyware
all 3 are free and good
why pay money
2007-02-03 23:22:12 · answer #1 · answered by Elvis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Might have a virus - then again, could be RAM overload.
Suggest you run a full scan in Safe Mode, then check the following:
- Many users are not aware of how much RAM is used by wallpaper and/or a screensaver full of graphics. They run in the background and consume memory. (I have only 512mb RAM, run multiple programs simultaneously, and have set my wallpaper and screensaver to blank.)
- How many programs do you load at startup? Maybe you should check it out and ensure you are running just what you need.
To do this: cl Start, cl Settings, cl Taskbar and Start Menu.
-cl Start Menu, cl Customize, cl Remove.
-cl the icon for the program you wish to remove
-then cl Remove.
-This will prevent the program from loading at startup, but will not remove the program from the hard disk.
-When you are working in a large file, save frequently to restore full memory access. (Your work remains in memory until you “save” it to disk.)
1.Did you run an error check? Open My Computer,
Right-cl on C:, Select Properties, Tools – Run an Error Check ( checkmark “check all and fix); then run a Defrag
2.Are you using Yahoo Toolbar? Run a full Norton Antispy.
3.From IE, click Tools, Internet Options
delete cookies
delete files (offline files)
clear history (set days to save to 0 if you want)
click o.k., and Restart
3.click Start, Programs, Accessories, System Tools – run Disk Cleanup
4.click Start, Run ipconfig renew (type ipconfig space renew)
All these things should be done regularly. The more frequently they are run, the less time they take.
-Note: Games and videos are mostly graphics. Graphics create large files. If this doesn’t help, you should consider getting more memory.
2007-02-04 01:06:56 · answer #2 · answered by TheHumbleOne 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Three Great Freebies Are:
Step 1: Block Adverts from loading. Improves security and speeds up internet browsing.
http://pgl.yoyo.org/adservers/
Step 2: Install and update Spybot SD and run a scan to clean and keep clean your system:
http://www.spybot.info
Step 3: Install and enable SpywareBlaster:
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html
Step 4: Be Happy and Safe.
I have been using this system on both Windows 98 and Windows 2000 and have been free of nasties for last five years!
2007-02-04 02:15:44 · answer #3 · answered by ram 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
AVG Free Anti-Virus Software
2007-02-04 00:50:52 · answer #4 · answered by kuhntech 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe you have a virus ,i can recommend you a sure and free anti virus that will effect i recommend Avg pro but if you dont want to purchase . i recommend Avg free Anti Virus it is free it is not a free trial
2007-02-04 09:09:36 · answer #5 · answered by mj09_009 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can download Avast or AVG free for viruses and download Advance Windows Care V2 Personal for spyware and to clean your registry, it is also free
http://www.iobit.com/AdvancedWindowsCarePersonal/index.html
http://www.avast.com/eng/avast_4_home.html
2007-02-04 00:53:33 · answer #6 · answered by Say What? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, the best thing to do now is to Re-Install Windows XP.
To do so, you will need the original WIndows XP cd.
Good luck :)
*Warning* Doing so may result in you losing your files.
2007-02-04 00:47:42 · answer #7 · answered by Foyaeman 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
norton anti-virus
2007-02-04 00:52:42 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋