computer speed

Security software is supposed to defend your PC — but when it’s outdated, duplicated, or packed with extras, it can quietly turn into the single biggest cause of a “slow but not ancient” Windows machine. Background Modern antivirus products have evolved far beyond a single malware scanner. What...

For millions of Windows 11 laptop users, squeezing out every bit of available performance can be the difference between effortless productivity and daily frustration. Whether you’re gaming, multitasking at work, or just aiming for a smoother experience, a lagging system can feel like it’s...

Windows 11’s journey since its debut has been a narrative of modernity juxtaposed with increased system demands, leaving many users—particularly those with older hardware—lamenting the trade-off between fresh features and everyday speed. Microsoft has now publicly acknowledged this perception...

Since the release of Windows 11, Microsoft has found itself at the crossroads of modern UI ambitions and persistent performance complaints from users across the globe. The operating system’s bold visual overhaul and shift in system requirements aimed to propel Windows into a new era of...

Upgrading to Windows 11 has been touted by Microsoft as a game-changing move, not only for its promised security enhancements and updated user experience, but also for claims of dramatically improved performance. According to a bold statement from Yusuf Mehdi, Microsoft’s Executive Vice...

If your Windows PC feels sluggish, unresponsive, or disorganized, you're not alone. Many computers develop these issues over time, but restoring your PC’s speed and productivity doesn’t require a full weekend overhaul. You can dramatically improve Windows performance, free up disk space, and...

Windows 11, Microsoft's latest operating system, offers a sleek interface and enhanced features. However, users may experience performance issues due to various factors. Addressing these can significantly improve system responsiveness. Below are nine settings adjustments to enhance Windows 11...

For many, the release of Windows 11 introduced not just a refreshed design and enhanced features, but also raised the perennial debate over how best to achieve optimal PC performance. Microsoft’s most recent revelations on this front point to an intriguing, lesser-known factor: the advantages of...

A smooth, responsive computing experience is a hallmark of any well-maintained Windows 11 system, yet even the most powerful machines can succumb to frustrating slowdowns and random freezes. In nearly every case, the culprit behind these interruptions is a lack of available RAM—Random Access...

It’s no secret that Windows is packed with a multitude of features designed to bolster its famed versatility and user-friendliness. Yet, in the constant quest for performance, one particular “hidden” feature has split opinion among Windows enthusiasts, system builders, and even IT professionals...

Below is an in-depth analysis and guide that takes a fresh look at a popular MakeUseOf piece recommending the removal of certain Windows apps. While Microsoft bundles many useful tools with Windows, over the years some preinstalled apps have lost their shine—or worse, become bottlenecks in your...

Is your trusty Windows machine feeling more like a sluggish snail than a speedy hare? Fear not—2025 brings you a wealth of savvy tips to supercharge your computer’s performance without necessarily reaching for your wallet’s spare change. Today, we dive deep into 12 expert-approved methods to...

The Photos app has become the lifeblood of photo management for many Windows users; however, a recent phenomenon has emerged that leaves many feeling less than thrilled—specifically, the Photos app has been reported to slow down Windows 11 PCs. If you find yourself experiencing the dreaded...

Hi After Windows updated today I decided to try running Chrome again, as I've posted in the past, after running it for years even on this computer, every time I install it my computer just slows to a crawl the second that I open it. Well It is in and so far my computer seems to be running...

Ever since I got a new hard drive and installed a fresh copy of windows 8.1, I have been having issues with my pc's speed. Before both of my usable hard drives inconveniently broke within a week, my pc was just fine in terms of speed. I could run most games I had installed. Nowadays, after...

Hi Something that has been bugging me is that Windows 8 on my new computer is slow opening files and folders. I don't mean that it takes forever but when I click on almost anything in File Manager or on my desktop the waiting icon appears and it takes a couple of seconds for anything to...

Hello Everyone .... The problem is Windows 7 takes time(more) to get into login screen from Win7 boot animation. Note - This only works for HDD ( Hard Drive ). For SSD just arrangement(quick defragmentation) is more than enough. This problem is shown by many notebooks with great hardwares...

Hi, I have a fast PC (Quad core 3 GHz) and have been running XP happily and fast for the last 3 years with no issues. More details on my PC under my profile if required. I have fast disk drives, and a power supply of 1000 watts. 3 weeks ago i installed Windows 7 64 bit as i wanted to run the...

I have an E6550 Intel 2.33 Gig dual core (Windows &7) - 4 Gigs of 6400 RAM - 1 TB Sata 3 (6 Gb) Hard drive The other is a AMD 955 3.2 Gig Quad core (Windows 7) - 60 GB SSD Hard drive and 2 USB3 Hard Drives - 1333 Gigs of RAM The AMD does a virus check at 3 times the speed using the same...

We've touched on the topic about the speed of Win-8 compared to XP and Win-7, but tonight I decided to do something about that. I moved Windows 8 from an old 80 gig Sata II drive to a new Seagate SATA III (6GBM) drive on a SATA III controller card. Windows XP would not run on the SATA III...