PC performance software is a fancy internet term for programs that enhance the performance of your computer.  Various programs and tools can fall into the category of PC performance software, so we’ll walk you through a few of the most effective tools you can use.

General Performance Software

If your computer seems to be slow and running inefficiently, the Disk Defragmenter is an easy tool to use that already comes programmed into your computer.  Fragmentation is the computer term for the way data gets saved in many different places on the hard drive.

If the computer is “buzzing” for a long time when you ask it to perform a simple task, chances are that the disk is having to spin too many different places to access all of the data you requested.  Defragmenting puts all of the same file into one continuous space on the disk and leaves larger spaces free to save new data.

Another way to free up space without even using a real tool is to delete Temporary Internet files.  These files build up, making loading times shorter, as you check email and surf online.  This can be done manually through Internet Explorer.  Instructions for defragmentation and temporary file deletion can be found by searching online.

Down and Dirty Performance Software for Your Registry

To really make the most of your computer and keep it running at peak efficiency, you will need to take charge of your registry maintenance schedule.  The Windows registry adds new entries every time programs are installed or deleted, users change their preferences, or even when the computer is just turned on or off.

Entries build up but there is no automatic method to clean up this aspect of the computer.  Make a registry cleaner part of your PC performance software arsenal to get rid of errors caused by a cluttered registry, and fully optimize your PC.

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