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  2. 5 reasons why your computer could be running slow - AOL

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    Deleting files or moving them to an external hard drive will help make room. But you still might need to wipe the drive completely and reinstall the operating system after you've made room.

  3. File system fragmentation - Wikipedia

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    When the file system is being written to, file system blocks are reserved, but the locations of specific files are not laid down yet. Later, when the file system is forced to flush changes as a result of memory pressure or a transaction commit, the allocator will have much better knowledge of the files' characteristics.

  4. Hibernation (computing) - Wikipedia

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    Hibernation (also known as suspend to disk, or Safe Sleep on Macintosh computers [1]) in computing is powering down a computer while retaining its state.When hibernation begins, the computer saves the contents of its random access memory (RAM) to a hard disk or other non-volatile storage.

  5. Hard disk drive performance characteristics - Wikipedia

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    A hard disk head on an access arm resting on a hard disk platter. The access time or response time of a rotating drive is a measure of the time it takes before the drive can actually transfer data. The factors that control this time on a rotating drive are mostly related to the mechanical nature of the rotating disks and moving heads. It is ...

  6. Fix problems with Games on AOL.com - AOL Help

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    If you're having trouble loading or playing a game, try these to fix your issue: • Restart your computer. • Clear cookies, cache, history and footprints in your browser .

  7. Hard disk drive failure - Wikipedia

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    A hard disk drive failure occurs when a hard disk drive malfunctions and the stored information cannot be accessed with a properly configured computer. A hard disk failure may occur in the course of normal operation, or due to an external factor such as exposure to fire or water or high magnetic fields , or suffering a sharp impact or ...

  8. Doctors Say This Nighttime Behavior Can Be A Sign Of Dementia

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    There are plenty of reason you might feel off in the late afternoon and evening. Maybe you’re mentally wiped after socializing all day, or your brain is fried from hours of work.

  9. Your Body Never Forgets Muscle. So Here's How Long It ... - AOL

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    Ahead, we’ll explain exactly what it is, break down the science, get real about what it can (and can’t) help with, and offer tips on how the average exercisr can leverage it to crush fitness ...