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Why is my new PC so slow?

Jul 5, 2011 3:50AM PDT
Shocked My one year old computer is getting really slow. I have ran my anti-virus, malware, spyware, and Glary Utilities. What do I need to do to get it back to running fast again?

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Oh Glary.
Jul 5, 2011 4:00AM PDT

I found such to create more troubles. I'd ask Glary what to do next.

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Re: slow
Jul 5, 2011 4:21AM PDT

I'd go back to factory conditions using the maker supplied system recovery procedure and/or media. Then it should be as fast as it was when you bought it.

Kees

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SLow PC
Jul 5, 2011 5:33AM PDT

Two other things to try are #1: Registry Mechanic....................it will organize and unclutter the heart of Windows/Mac, namely the registry/kernel. #2 Process Explorer: you decide what programs will be allowed in the 'bootup sequence'. Many times there is a lot of trash that can unknowingly get loaded onto a PC which should be deleted or dealt with ( not for the faint of heart but any process can be verified by using Google or Bing). Take a look at Task Manager form the taskbar, left click on the Windows taskbar and select 'Start Task Manager, to see ALL of the processes running on your PC. No doubt you will recognise some TRASH. ( An alternate to Process Explorer is SOLUTO which will enable you to prioritize what gets loaded when, as far as processes, and which to not load at all.).
Hope this helps: GOOD LUCK