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2. Why is my computer so slow? - AOL

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   Uninstall Unnecessary Software: Remove unused programs and bloatware that clutter your system and consume resources unnecessarily. Disable Startup Programs: Prevent unnecessary programs from ...

3. System Mechanic Software | 30-Day Free* Trial | AOL Products

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   Identifies unwanted startup programs that slow you down by launching and running without your knowledge. ... Turn off up to eight unnecessary Windows services that slow down network speed; Disable ...

4. Here’s what it means to optimize your computer — and why you ...

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   Then choose the Login Items tab to view a list of startup programs. You can choose and remove them one by one by clicking the minus button. Try System Mechanic for 30 days free, then $4.99 per month*

5. Software bloat - Wikipedia

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   These elements may include whole programs, libraries, associated configuration information, or other data. Performance may deteriorate overall as a result of such remnants, as the unwanted software or software components can occupy both hard disk memory and RAM, waste processing time, add disk I/O, and cause delays at system startup and ...

6. MSConfig - Wikipedia

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   MSConfig (officially called System Configuration in Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, or Windows 11 and Microsoft System Configuration Utility in previous operating systems) is a system utility to troubleshoot the Microsoft Windows startup process. It can disable or re-enable software, device drivers and Windows services that run ...

7. Defragmentation - Wikipedia

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   Besides defragmenting program files, the defragmenting tool can also reduce the time it takes to load programs and open files. For example, the Windows 9x defragmenter included the Intel Application Launch Accelerator which optimized programs on the disk by placing the defragmented program files and their dependencies next to each other, in the ...

8. Disable third-party firewall software - AOL Help

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   Using the Programs menu 1. Click Start, select All Programs or Programs, select ZoneAlarm, and then click ZoneAlarm Security. Note: If you are using Windows 8, move your mouse to the top right of your desktop and then click on Start. Type Z to locate ZoneAlarm in your programs. 2. In the left pane, click Firewall. 3.

9. Install or Uninstall AOL Tech Fortress powered by AppGuard

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   With today's rising computer threats, your current antivirus software may not be enough to help stop new attacks. AOL Tech Fortress uses a unique, patented isolation and containment method to protect your most vulnerable software applications and directories against new viruses and malicious software that traditional antivirus software don't stop.