Performing a PC tune up isn’t just for computer technicians!  There is a lot you can do from home to do a PC tune up and prevent common errors and general computer slowness.  Get in the computer-maintenance routine, and these problems will be history.

PC Tune Up 101

Regularly backing up your files is the most basic thing you should be doing to maintain your computer.  This won’t tune up your PC per se, but should be completed before you go ahead with any other steps.  Accidents, errors, and viruses happen, and this step will ensure that your data is protected.  Set up a regular schedule for back-ups based on your computer use.

A close second in the basic maintenance category would be making sure your software and drivers are up to date.  Virus protection and malware or spyware protection software should occupy the top place on the list of what to update, as this is your line of defense against many errors.

Basic software and driver updates can be done monthly, while virus and malware protection should be updated weekly (often an automatic setting for these programs).

The Second Tier of Computer Optimization

If you are ready to take charge of your computer’s performance, move on to these steps.

1. Defragment the hard drive monthly to rearrange how the computer’s data is saved and make it easier for the computer to access it.  This increase processing speed and decreases error frequency.
2. Another step to take in general clean up is to delete old or temporary files from the hard drive.  This also frees up space.
3. Look up online instructions for creating a Restore Point, something that can also be done monthly; in case your computer ever becomes heavily problematic, the system can be restored to this point.
4. Finally, add a registry cleaner to your PC tune up regimen to truly optimize your computer.

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