- Shut off unneeded services or start-up programs. Click for instructions on Mac, Windows and Linux.
- Clean your system regularly.Clear your browser's cache and delete temporary files. Uninstall unused applications. Back-up then get rid of large files appropriately. Clear icons off the desktop.
- Run regular scans to get rid of spyware or virus infections, such as Ad-Aware, Spybot and AVG Anti-Virus.
- Turn off visual effects, such as Mac OSX's "genie" animation or Aero's transparent window borders in Vista.
- Increase RAM. If you have less than 2 GB left, it's time to add more random access memory. You can get 4 GB of memory for as little as $40 from an online retailer like Newegg.com or TigerDirect.com.
Five fast ways to make your computer work faster
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