A slow running laptop can be incredibly frustrating. If you’re using your laptop for business, you really can’t afford to work with a system that takes ages to load. If you don’t have a department in-house responsible for IT Support, there are ways you can solve a laptop that is under performing yourself. By following our top tips below, you’ll find some helpful ways to manage a laptop which is working at reduced speed, before needing to call an expert.
Update your Software
One of the biggest reasons for a slow running computer is that you’re working on outdated software. When software is updated it’s often to improve problems or glitches in the current system. It could also be to fix any bugs that have occurred, meaning that if you’re working off old software then you’re likely to face all these problems. If possible, check the box that suggests automatic updates, so that you don’t have to worry about going back and updating your software every week.
Check for Viruses
One of the most important things you should do when your computer is running slowly is to run a full anti-virus and malware search. Ideally, you should run a virus search weekly, to avoid the potentially devastating impact of a virus which can cause loss of data, and greatly impact the run-speed of your computer. Usually you can set up periodic scans with your anti-virus software, so aim to do this and give yourself the peace of mind you’re protected.
Limit your Cookies and Cache
When you visit a new site, you’ll be alerted to the fact the website is collecting information on you through their cookies, including browsing history and personal information. Each time you visit a web page, your browser stores or ‘caches’ information about the site in your Temporary Internet file. These files, over time, can build up, causing an unnecessary backlog of information in your browser. By regularly clearing your cache, you will clear up valuable space on your disk and see an improvement in the load time of web pages. You can usually find where to clear your cache in the Settings tab in your browser. …
There are few things more frustrating than a slow running computer. As the seasons begin to turn to spring, it can be a great reminder to spring clean certain areas of your life. Giving your laptop or PC a revamp once a year can be a great way to maximise the functionality of your machine and improve its longevity. There are several ways you can spring clean your laptop: below we’ve included some of the best options you can action from the comfort of your home.
1. Uninstall unused programmes
Often new PCs come with a whole host of programmes you won’t even be aware of and will never use. You can navigate to installed software by going to Programmes & Features on your Control Panel — click on installed software and uninstall all those programmes you don’t need. Be careful you don’t delete programmes that your computer’s hardware will need. These are typically named as Microsoft or with the name of the maker of the PC. You can also use PC Decrapifier, which is free for non commercial use. This should tell you which programmes you need and which you don’t. …
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Most of us would feel “naked” if we didn’t have some sort of device to hand — wherever we go, our smart phones, tablets and laptops go with us. But did you ever wonder how well you know your electronic sidekick, and whether they have hidden depths?
We use our mobile devices for many purposes (business and pleasure), lovingly update them and use trusted suppliers for computer and laptop repairs. However, are there existing features we overlook? …
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Software updates can be a nuisance. They pop up when you’re in the middle of something important, and most of us have horror stories of installing updates only for the software to stop working afterwards. As a result of this intrusion, many of us ignore or decline updates, but updating your software can help prevent crashes and other system and software problems, helps plug any security holes in the software, and it gives you access to the latest versions.
So, why should you update software when you’re prompted to do so? …
There is nothing more frustrating than losing important data that you spent hours working on or desperately needed in the spur of the moment. Although you may think that data loss is unavoidable and is ‘just one of those things’; with the correct care, data loss could be avoided.
Here are 6 reasons behind data loss on your laptop and how you can prevent it:
1. Hard drive failure
Hard drives are usually where your data is stored within your computer. Failure of the hard driving working in its correct manner could mean data is lost instantly without warning. 60% of hard drives that do crash are usually down to mechanical issues such as overheating, damage, or shorts of power. …
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Laptop DVD drives could soon be a thing of the past. Many new laptops have already ditched the drive in favour of space-saving, lightweight designs — like Apple’s ultra-thin new MacBook Pro — and with a whole host of alternative options, most companies don’t see the point in adding this old-school feature anymore. But if you’ve always had one, the transition to a laptop without a DVD drive can be a little disconcerting to begin with. …
As computer users, whether we log in for personal or business use, we should all be aware of the need to be secure while browsing. As technology evolves, viruses get smarter, and hackers increasingly find ways to intrude on and harvest our important information, so it is becoming more and more important that we safeguard our PCs, tablets and laptops. Not sure where to start?
Follow these simple tips to ward off these threats:
1. Install Anti-Virus Software
There are many antivirus software options available out there to download and install on your machine, some free and some that you will have to purchase. Each come with varying levels of protection and add-ons, depending on your exact requirements. You can’t cut corners when it comes to internet safety, so note that having antivirus software on your computer is part and parcel of owning one. …
A slow laptop is more than just a nuisance, at times it can feel as if you’re losing precious hours of your life just waiting for your emails to open. The frustration of using a slow, confused laptop is enough to make even the most patient of us scream, while the least patient of us will just put it in the nearest bin and splash out on a newer model. Without regular maintenance and checks, all laptops and computers get slower with age but there are simple reasons for this and simple steps you can take to speed things up.
What software is your laptop currently running?
Your laptop will be running considerably slower if it is trying to do several things at once. On starting up your laptop, certain programs will automatically boot up such as Windows Defender, your firewall or your anti-virus software. Unfortunately, other software that you probably do not need to be running might have elected to start up, too. Check your start-up settings and task manager to identify any unnecessary start-up programs. …
WHAT IS A TABLET?
Tablets are a great compromise between a phone and a laptop. They can do a lot of the things a mobile phone does, some of the things a laptop does and a few things that only a tablet can do. They’re ideal devices if you all you want to do is consume media and if your usage is limited to browsing the Web, check e-mail, or streaming content then almost any model will suffice.
Pros: Tablets combine web browsing, video watching, ebook reading, photography and emailing — and all in a mobile device with the dimensions of a magazine. …
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