1. Close unnecessary background programs: Unused programs running in the background take up valuable system resources and can slow down your computer. Check for any programs running in the background that you don’t need, and close them.
2. Clean up startup items: Many programs run automatically when you start your PC. Some of these programs are essential; however, others are unnecessary and can cause your PC to slow down. Use the Task Manager or a third-party tool to identify and disable unneeded startups.
3. Clear temporary files: Temporary files, such as those created by web browsers or Windows Update, can take up valuable space. Removing them can help to improve your system’s speed and performance.
4. Upgrade RAM: Adding more RAM can help to improve the overall performance of your system. Upgrading RAM is relatively simple and often very cost effective.
5. Adjust virtual memory: Virtual memory combines your RAM and hard drive to provide additional memory. You can adjust the size of this virtual memory to help optimize memory usage on your PC.