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.

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. ... This will help you enjoy a faster, cleaner and more stable environment that will greatly minimize slowdowns and crashes.

Spyware and Adware Double the Trouble as Compared To Viruses by Dennis Evans
Spyware is a broad category of malicious software designed to intercept or take partial control of a computer's operation without the informed consent of that machine's owner or legitimate user. Spyware differs from viruses and worms in that it does not usually self-replicate. ... And then those true spyware files that do infect some computer also alter your registry and not all anti spyware software will clean your registry of those illegal lines. ... On line free spyware scanning is almost useless.

Virus and Spyware Tools for Microsoft Windows by Greg Ashbaugh
I was recently cleaning a system that was infested with viruses and spyware/malware, so I thought I'd write about the programs and methods I use when cleaning a system. First and foremost, the easiest way to clean your system is to backup all your data and simply format and install a fresh copy... Again this tool is free, and it does a good job. ... It can be found here: http://free.grisoft.com/ . ... It's amazing how much room this program will free on your system. ... However, it lets you remove malicious registry entries, and other unwanted files.

Free Spyware Removal Tools by Alison Cole
There are many pseudo spyware removers out there, which intend to infiltrate your system under the pretence of an effective spyware removal tool. Many such spyware removal tools lured users and trapped them inside their own computers. Systems slowed down, crashed or were filled with spam. ... This reiterates the fact that users have to be extremely careful in choosing their free spyware removal tools. ... It recognizes almost all kinds of spyware known to experts today and cleans your registry, memory and hard disks.

Home Computer Repair - The Do Nots by Travis Klein
Hello, and welcome to Computer Repair at Home! If you think home computer repair is hard or next to impossible then please read this article. Ok, so you are almost certainly here reading this because you have, or believe you have a computer predicament, or maybe your home computer is just not... Some programs are, Registry Repair, Registry Cleaner, Reg Mechanic, and Reg Cure. ... Be taught what you can here for free, so that you will not require any home computer repair gurus for help. ... Until then, on with the free home computer repair counsel and instruction… Home Computer Repair -...

Optimize Your Computer For Peak Performance by Lanard Perry
Is your computer running slower than ever? Does it crash a lot? If so it might be because advertisers have loaded it up with Spy and Adaware without your knowledge. "Spyware" is a common term for files that are installed on your system that allow companies to monitor your Internet activity. ... Scan for viruses and clean your registry at every opportunity. ... So, I scan it for viruses and clean my registry daily; sometimes several times a day depending on how long I've been on it. ... You even get to try if for free before you buy it and I believe it comes with a 90 day satisfaction or...

Do Computers Suffer From Obesity? by Mykola Rudenko
Remember the day when you bought your new PC with Windows installed? It was lightning fast. It took only about ten seconds to boot. When you opened the Start menu or the load/save file dialogs, they showed up instantly. But, after a year of heavy use, you now realize that your PC has some... There are also some Registry sections that contain programs to run on Windows startup. ... Not all problems come from the Registry. ... The Registry is your computer's blood system. ... Let's start with cleaning the Registry.

How To Troubleshoot DVD Drives Fast by Otis F Cooper
You really enjoy those dvd movies and games and the last thing you need or want is to experience problems with your dvd drive. To prepare for the possibility of having your dvd drive leaving you out in the cold one morning,we will dicuss problems that may cause dvd failure as well as the... Download this free repair utility at http://www.pcbugdoctor.com/download.html. ... You can use software utilities such as PC Bug Doctor to repair your registry. ... Another cause may be the Windows Registry is corrupt.

How To Properly Troubleshoot Your DVD Drive by Otis Cooper
You really enjoy those dvd movies and games and the last thing you need or want is to experience problems with your dvd drive. To prepare for the possibility of having your dvd drive leaving you out in the cold one morning, we will discuss problems that may cause dvd failure as well as the... To make a backup of your registry with Windows 98, just go to Start, select Run, enter scanregw and click OK. ... Download this free repair utility at http://www.pcbugdoctor.com/download.html. ... Another cause may be the Windows Registry is corrupt.