Scan Your PC for Viruses
The first step you should take, to increase performance, is to scan for and remove viruses.
Use Microsoft Security Essentials to perform this task.
Keep Your Computer Cool
The hotter your computer gets, the harder your fans have to work to keep it cool and the slower your hardware performs. If using your laptop, ensure there is proper ventilation by putting your laptop on a hard surface (not buried in a pillow!)
Also check your desktop has proper ventilation by doing the following:
- Removing bunches of wires from the back of the PC.
- If your desktop has holes in its case for ventilation, ensure these holes are unrestricted.
- If your desktop is in a cabinet, leave the door open or install an intake and outtake fan to keep the cabinet cool.
-Consider adding more fans to your desktop.
- Keep your hardware clean.
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