Windows 98 Repair by Michael Baker
For the last 2 weeks, the IT department has had my laptop at work, and I have had to make use of the spare computer in the corner. We usually have temps work on this computer, so there is no telling how long it has been since anyone had done some real computer maintenance to it. ... You will really minimize the time your computer is crashed if you keep the registry fixed. ... The computer was still slightly slow since it had a reduced amount of memory, and we were running on the network, but I had done everything I could to keep the computer from crashing.

Boost Your Computer Speed: Valuable Tips by Ismael Tabije
When you first buy your computer, it seems to be quite fast. But with the passage of time and advancement in technology most PC users complain that the performance of these machines keep on deteriorating slowly. So, if you’re one of them, you needn’t worry anymore because we’re here to give you... The registry is a main part of your computer’s Operating System. ... One method to a faster computer without spending any money would be to clean up your registry. ... However, if you don’t want to spend any more money on your old computer and don’t feel the need to upgrade it, then there are...

10 Tips to Keep Your PC in Tiptop Shape by Gary Hendricks
1. Get Rid of Dust One of the most common causes of overheating is dust and dirt. So you need to keep your system clean, inside and out. Try to clean it once a year using lint-free wipes. Make sure you use an antistatic wrist strap as well to protect your system when cleaning inside the case. ... Clean Up the Registry If you always add and remove computer programs in your PC, you can be sure the entries in your Windows Registry are pretty much in a mess. ... Try to get a tool to help clean the registry safely, such as Registry Mechanic.

Kick-Ass Performance For Your PC? It's Easy by John Deprice
Is your PC is slow and wimpy? Then you need some PC steroids - software applications that will cleanse the registry, optimize RAM and make that puppy fly. Here is what you should start with. Ace Utilities Ace Utilities is a set of system-maintenance and optimization utilities for enhancing... Tools include Unneeded File Remover, for regaining valuable disk space; Registry Cleaner, for preventing application crashes; Startup Organizer, for preventing spy applications from running behind your back; History Eraser, for ensuring your privacy; Duplicate File Finder, for finding and removing...

Tiny Software Tools That Can Make A Huge Difference by John Deprice
Small utility tools that take care of the registry and drivers can make a huge difference when it comes the wellbeing of your PC. Here are just a few suggestions. Drive Magic Pro (SymplisIT) Modern computers today have an average of 80 hardware drivers controlling every aspect of your computer. ... By using RegiGuard regularly to clean and fix your registry, your system should not only be more stable but it will also help Windows and your software run faster. ... Problems with the Windows registry are the most common cause of Windows crashes and error messages irregardless of which...

Make Windows XP Run Faster! by Bob Rankin
A friend told me: "My computer startup seems to be taking a long time. And when the hard disk finally stops churning, everything just seems slower than when it was new. Can you suggest any maintenance tips to reduce the startup time and make Windows run faster?" I have this theory that sludge... Clean Your Registry The REGCLEAN utility from Microsoft cleans your system registry of unnecessary entries that are created when you install or remove programs on your computer. ... You can also try RegSeeker which is a highly rated registry cleaner.

Speeding Up Your PC For Free by Jon Arking
My mother-in-law is not very good with technology. She understands that computers run the government and that the Internet is great for purchasing figurines on eBay, but that's about it. Like all tech-proficient son-in-laws before me, I am often my in-law’s foil for computer questions and repair. ... Since my mother-in-law’s computer was almost 10 years old, countless program installations left the registry bloated, and resource-consuming. ... So, when she came to me demanding that I make her 1996 PC run faster, I knew she wanted me to use all my skills and computer super-powers to...

Increase Your System Performance with a few Basic Windows XP Tweaks by Kristopher Mainieri
Windows XP is currently the most popular operating system for personal computers and comes in two broad categories--XP Home and XP Pro. XP home is designed for home users who do not need the more heavyweight corporate applications such as a web server but still require a scalable and reliable... It is not advisable to muck around the registry yourself, and always be sure to back up your registry before making any changes. ... The single most important thing you can do to ensure to WinXP performance is to make sure that your computer is free from viruses, trojans, spyware, and other pieces...

Finding the Right Performance Optimizer by Kevin-James Vella
So, you've decided to fine-tune your PC by using a performance optimizer, but there are hundreds of products available on the market and to find a solution that fits your need can be daunting. In this article, I will explain what performance optimizers are and how they work while suggesting what... Registry files are also a source of slow-downs and crashes - you will have a faster PC by compacting your registry. ... They also look for residuals of uninstalled or incorrectly removed programs to make your PC cleaner, safer, and, ultimately, more stable.

What's the Point for Computer Optimization? by Ted Peterson
I am sure you've heard a lot of things about computer optimization. Everywhere you look you see ads that invite you to "boost your performance" or "improve your computer". So, what's the idea? Is anything true about it? Does your computer really need optimization? ... The same situation appears when you remove files from your computer. ... When you browse a webpage, you computer creates by default a channel with the page's server and starts downloading it. ... What your computer should do is to break the downloaded file (image, text, archive, etc) into several smaller parts, and create a...