2007-10-07 14:39:20 · 15 answers · asked by Ronald S 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
Something else is going on (obviously), once you boot up, go to
Run
Type in 'msconfig'
Click the Startup tab at the top and see what all is starting when your computer boots.
Make sure you check for viri and scumware as well
2007-10-07 14:42:06 · answer #1 · answered by Michael H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What do you have starting up with the pc?, Not what you can see by the clock but in the msconfig startup tab?, Get Two AntiSpyware Programs, Update their Databases, then run one at a time, then Turn off System Restore, and Do a complete Antivirus Scan with your Internet Cable disconnected from the computer, Good Luck
2007-10-07 14:44:06 · answer #2 · answered by Devil Dog 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you have registry entries that have no programs to go along with them. this usually happens when programs are "deleted" instead of "uninstalled" which leaves registry items. When the puter boots up the registry searches the whole hard drive for progs that no longer exist making for very long boot up times. Those free "registry checker" programs you get online are great to wreck, instead of repair the registry. You can go into msconfig and uncheck programs you dont need starting up every time but if it takes 8-10 minutes to boot then you have some other problems. Go to Lavasoft.com download the free ad-aware then install it and run it to get rid of spyfiles. Look for virus's too. Do all your windows updates and install the latest hardware drivers. If it still dogs on startup its time to wipe your hard drive and reinstall your OS.
2007-10-07 14:54:39 · answer #3 · answered by s j 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to clean up disk space. I will tell you some simple methods that can save hardware upgrade expenses.
Method 1 Clean up temporary files
Temporary files include internet temporary files, cookies, windows temporary files，run history, document history, windows logon history, internet explorer history and so on. You need to clean up them every week. If you do not clean up for long time, the cumulative temporary files will occupy a lot of space, and lead to no sufficient disk space.
Method 2 Uninstalls your needless programs.
Open the install/uninstall Program, and Uninstall the software and Plug-ins
Method 3 you need download the software for cleaning system.The software for cleaning system can automatically help you clean temporary files and uninstall the programs that you don’t need. It improves performance of your system for just a few minutes and saves your energy and time.
I can supply you several optimization software. Maybe you don’t think the optimization software can help you out of distress. But they are your right arms. They can clean temporary files and the registry and your privacy,increases your PC speed.Well adapted to computer users at different competence levels.
You can click the website http://computer-optimize.com/ to find the satisfied software
goodluck!
2007-10-07 15:12:19 · answer #4 · answered by user 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
test for spyware/spyware utilising a spyware removal software - the superb is Adaware SE. spyware slows your laptop down because of the fact it spies on your each and every circulate - each and every website you circulate to - and sends the suggestion back to the business enterprise so as that they comprehend what you're doing. This facilitates them shop earlier than the contest, yet isn't honest to you because it slows your laptop and that they frequently do not ask permission! So do away with the spyware and this gadget with the spyware embedded (frequently porn downloaders, p2p classes and so on.) and your laptop could run swifter lower back. If not, then time to the two get it checked via a expert, or get a sparkling one, they are not costly! additionally, verify you by no potential use the final 10% of your confusing force, because of the fact the working gadget desires this to create 'change data' and temporary data to handle each and all of the procedures working on the laptop. you additionally can attempt increasing the dimensions of your paging report, provided you comprehend how plenty RAM you have. There are on line instruction manual which instruct you this, google 'develop paging report'
2016-10-06 07:04:14 · answer #5 · answered by devoti 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have u just deleted stuff or actually uninstalled stuff? If u just deleted stuff check to see if the program file is still there. Then uninstall it. Too much stuff on a hardrive can make a com go very slow. And if the com is old get a newer one.
2007-10-07 14:47:29 · answer #6 · answered by tmaiomg 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You've probably got a crappola load of unnecessary programs starting up. (I bet you have 8 to 15 icons showing in the lower right....heh heh)
90% are unnecessary running applications.
2007-10-07 14:48:38 · answer #7 · answered by TameBeast 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may be all the things in your start up trying to come on at the same time............ clean that out....... also you may have a virus........ do you use an anti-virus?? if you do run it and see what it finds........... if that doesnt work take it to the computer fixit shop............. or buy a new one....
2007-10-07 15:01:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get free AVG Antivirus. It is the best!
free.grisoft.com
Try this Avast Antivirus. It has great firewall.
www.avast.com
2007-10-10 19:57:03 · answer #9 · answered by galaxy_hunter91 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like a virsus, just buy a new one or take it to get fixed
2007-10-07 15:29:34 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋