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Old 03-02-2009, 05:11 PM #1
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Default How can I speed up my PC?

I am on a Windows XP Media Edititon.

I have TONNES and TONNES of free space, but I want to know how I can make it load stuff faster.

Also, how can I stop so many programmes opening and startup - E.G - New USB Device, Realtec HD Audio etc?

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Start > Run > MSCONFIG > Start up (in the tab). Hope that helps.
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Thanks, anyway to speed it up in general?
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Apparently having more erm....'RAM' helps...dunno what it is though
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Try defragging the disc
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Thanks, i'll look in to/try this.
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You could also try deleting all of the programs and files that you no longer need.
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There is not much you can do! Your computer is as fast as your microprocessor. But you seem to have a lot of space. MAKE SURE your startup is empty, then it will probably be a bit faster but not much
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Also try clearing your internet cache before the defrag
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Also try clearing your internet cache before the defrag
how do i do that?
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Adding more memory to your computer usually helps, especially if you are running a lot of prgrams at once. And running the defragmenter a few times.
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sounds like you need a memory upgrade, buy some RAM and google how to do.
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how do i do that?
What browser are you using?
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how do i do that?
What browser are you using?
Mozzilla and IE.
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I just made 'Virtual RAM' or something like that from empty space, thats sped it up a tad.
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For Mozilla FireFox

tools > Clear Private Data

Follow on screen instructions

For IE

Tools > Internet Options - General tab

Follow on screen instructions for deleting browsing history / Internet cache
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