Sorry mods if this is in the wrong place, but I am currently experiencing brain burn out due to a slow running computer.
I just need to know if there is anything else I can do to sort out this problem, so far I have,
Ran virus scan- nothing came up
de fragged
disk clean-up
deleted cookies
and still my computer feels like it is wadeing through treacle
I am connected to BT broadband and am running XP. Please, please can some one give me advice, I have a stack of college work that needs to be typed up and only a week to get it sorted ( yes I know a week is a long time, but if you saw how slow my computer was running you would understand my concern).
I am on a limited budget, so am reluctant to call the premium rate help number, or get a professional in, so would really appreciate some sound info on how to sort it out.
Appreciation in advance
Take Care
Donna x
RE: Computer help
deleted spyware?
tigress
RE: Computer help
hi donna, 😀
try a system restore, or try something called crap cleaner. ( you can download this for free, just do a google and a website should come up) This shifts a load of files that can cause the clogging up you're experiencing.
warm wishes- calla lily x
RE: Computer help
try a registry scan or cleaner, there are free downloads, also dont know the link but there is a website for all theses premium rate and 0870 numbers that gives you alternative numbers that cut out all the holds and running up the bills.
Gaz
RE: Computer help
hi donna,
go with what tigress suggests... spyware can slow your pc to a standstill if you dont clean it up. later versions of internet explorer have pop up blockers to help stop spyware getting in but you may not have it or have it configured?
anyway... try http://www.lavasoft.comwhich is the site for ADAWARE (hmmm i used to know how to intergrate the link... ahh well n'er mind!) and also [link= http://www.safer-networking.org/en/index.html ]http://www.safer-networking.org/en/index.html[/link]SPYBOT - search and destroy!! you can run them together cos they often pick up stuff the other doesnt.
good luck!
RE: Computer help
This usually works for the 'hidden' links, rosie:
[url]type your text[/url]
I usually type it, though one of the buttons might do it?
I've noticed that since I've had Windows Defender installed, AdAware seems to snag very little. Mind you, Defender in itself can slow things up while it's working.
I believe keeping too much in History can also cause problems.
Holistic
RE: Computer help
Install www.freebsd.org or Linux, and add www.openoffice.org
And you can eliminate the virus/spyware issue.
Other than that I suspect your computer have a lot of tasks started at boot. Have look in the control panel for "services" etc..
Just be careful with what you turn off. Last resort is backing up, and then reinstall.
RE: Computer help
Thank you everybody:D
I am currently running the new AVG with anti-spyware, but will give the links a try. It will have to be later as I am off to work (which is a whole other thread;)) but will let you know this evening how I get on.
Thank you all very much.
Take Care
Donna
RE: Computer help
[color="#6600cc"]In addtion to everything that's already been said
(especially adaware and spybot) - is it the computer itself that's
running slowly, or when you use your browser? If the later, deleting
temporary files might help.
Have you installed anything recently? Try uninstalling and seeing if
the computer runs faster. Only run one application at a time (but I
don't follow my own advice!) and don't leave Word running all the time.
It has a terrible memory leak which slows computers down. If you have
"show hidden files" turned on you might notice lots and lots of
temporary files which it produces every time you save!! Close the
application periodically, including any icons in the task bar (and also
winword.exe from task manager)
Sometimes when I've updated my antivirus checker is wants to scan everything which slows things down!!
if all else fails, then upgrading the RAM might help!
RE: Computer help
Just wanted to update, and extend a heartfelt THANKYOU to calla lilly!
I downloaded the crap clearner and my computer is running like a dream. I was amazed at what it got rid of, but a small warning, it does delete your cookies so have been inputing my password here there and everywhere (but its a small price to pay).
Thanks to you all who took the time to help me out, it is really appreciated.
Take Care
Donna x