how can i make my computer run faster?

Answer 1

First Disable unnecessary programs from starting when you start windows

Start>Run>type in MSCONFIG>Startup tab - uncheck any program you don't want to run when you start Windows
For more info see the links below

Streamline your startups
http://www.pacs-portal.co.uk/startup_index.htm
http://www.answersthatwork.com/Tasklist_pages/tasklist.htm
http://www.windowsstartup.com/wso/index.php
http://www.3feetunder.com/krick/startup/list.html
http://www.greatis.com/appdata/
http://www.castlecops.com/StartupList.html

Then disable unnecessary services
http://www.blackviper.com/WinXP/servicecfg.htm
http://www.extremetech.com/article2/0,1697,1786006,00.asp

Then read these

Basic computer maintenance everyone should do
http://forums.majorgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=106650

Understanding, Cleaning And Preventing Spyware
http://forums.majorgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=25834

Getting greater stability from Windows
http://aumha.org/a/health.htm

Slow Computer? Check here first; it may not be malware
http://www.castlecops.com/t175258-Slow_Computer_Check_here_first_it_may_not_be_malware.html

Slow Computer Checklist
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topic44694.html


Last but not least read these for some great tips!

How to Speed Up Windows Boot Time
http://www.pchell.com/support/how_to_speed_up_windows_boot_time.shtml
http://www.extremetech.com/article2/0,1558,1786122,00.asp
http://www.pcguide.com/opt/opt/bootSpeed-c.html
http://www.neowin.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=235571

Answer 2

Get rid of all the programs you don't use.Empty the temp files, cookies, history. Then run a complete antivirus scan.

Also,how old is your computer.If windows 98, I'd seriously consider as newcomputer.

Another option, take it to a computerstore, best buy, for example, will tune it up and it will run like new. It costs a few dollars. if you do this, don't re-load everything that was unloaded.Programs that seem oh, so innocent let spyware into your computer and end up doing more harm than good.

Good luck.

Answer 3

without spending money:
1) defragment ur hard disk
2) delete internet visited files explore
if u use internet explorer u can do that by going to internet properties, then clicking on delete files button
if u havnt done this for a long time and u use internet very much believe me u'll free lots of space more than a gb easily.
3) delete unwanted files on ur hard disk, the old files , or save some space by making cd's of ur data or storing them to external hard drive.
4) disk clean up, u can find it in start, all programs, accessories, system tools, disk cleanup
hope i have answered ur question!

Answer 4

Do you un-installed & re-installed stuff often? Do you often download files & delete stuff?

You may need to defragment your computer.

If you have a PC, go to "Start", "Programs", "Accessories", "System Tools", "Disk Defragmenter".

Then select the proper drive to defrag (the C drive for most computers; mine also has an additional D drive for storage).

Hopefully that helps.

Answer 5

Upgrade RAM first, makes the pc "feel" faster, because it doesn't need to read/write to the hard drive as much... and it's cheaper than a new CPU....

Answer 6

Red Ball Jets. Run faster, jump higher, play harder.

Answer 7

Get rid of all the unnecessary programs by going to add/remove programs. It will tell you what gets used the most and what doesn't. Free up some memory space while you're at it.

Answer 8

Put little legs on it.
Seriously :
Take some rubbish off or update the memory

Answer 9

You might need to purchase more memory or buy a newer computer.

Answer 10

Your C drive may be fully loaded. just check out and clean the disk.