F$%#k!! Whats the best way to clean your computer? Its running slow - GoFuckYourself.com

Dwreck · 08-28-2008, 02:08 PM

MY laptop is two years old and im noticing its chugging when running icq, photoshop, firefox and msn messager.

I cant even play a dvd with nothing else running with out it crapping out or being really choppy.

Here are the specs to the laptop in question

I did a defrage, i have spybot search and destroy and adware. It doesn't seem to do the trick.

Is it the age of the laptop and is 1 gig of ram no enuff these days?

Does removing a bunch of lesser used programs help?

does having a desktop full of files slow it down?

Is it worth taking it in to a pro?

Any tips an ideas would help!

CunningStunt · 08-28-2008, 02:17 PM

It's running slow because it doesn't have enough ram from the looks of things. Buy another 1Gb stick if you can fit it in, or get a new laptop.

Dwreck · 08-28-2008, 02:17 PM

format C: is not a valid reply lol

dav3 · 08-28-2008, 02:25 PM

clean up the stuff starting with your pc.

start > run > msconfig > startup

there's probably 07234237423 things starting up with your laptop

tranza · 08-28-2008, 02:27 PM

I agree with what dav3 and CunningStunt said!

gornyhuy · 08-28-2008, 02:28 PM

did you run form @ c?

munki · 08-28-2008, 02:29 PM

Clear out your startup, pump the ram, run Perfect Disk (great program), and check (especially on laptops) that your power settings and advanced configurations are giving processor and harddrives full power, not sticking you in a power save mode to save battery.

jimbona · 08-28-2008, 03:49 PM

if you dont want to mess with your ram, increase your virtual ram
Right Click My Computer>Properties>Advanced>Advanced>Virtual Memory Change>Increase it to a higher set value, as long as you have the space on the HD it will use some of it for Virtual Ram usage.

I also recommend running superantispyware on it + NOD 32.

jmk · 08-28-2008, 03:53 PM

Desktop full of stuff never good.

BradM · 08-28-2008, 03:57 PM

that's a small amount of ram these days.

fervid.apps · 08-28-2008, 04:05 PM

Try Spyware Doctor, free at http://pack.google.com

bDok · 08-28-2008, 04:07 PM

if you didn't have problems doing what you want to do in the past then stuff is now present on the machine that's slowing it down. Could be malware, but if not it's probs stuff all starting up with the machine that is legit and you just need to shut it down.

If all else fails...backup->format->reinstall the stuff you need.

HomerSimpson · 08-28-2008, 04:09 PM

first get one more gig of ram

than let adaware, nod32 to do their thing
and at last use hijackthis but be careful what are you killing

that should speed up things enough

cgu · 08-28-2008, 04:10 PM

You need to look at your Crtl+alt+del and #1. look at how many threads are running and how much ram & CPU is juked at all time. Click on the Performance Tab
You'll see Physical Mem Total and Avail, that'll let ya know if you need more.
You'll also see CPU usage, that'll let ya know if your comp is overrun.

Most likely its because you have a Dell

(j/k) Really it all depends on how much RAM photoshop is eating up. You probably need 2 gig for that like everyone else says. Turn it off and see if you still have trouble.

Elli · 08-28-2008, 04:22 PM

More Ram!

And reformat. Put back on only what you need and use. And stop installing toolbars

GigoloShawn · 08-28-2008, 04:23 PM

I'm shocked, and appalled that nobody's suggested that you upgrade your RAM, yet.

KRosh · 08-28-2008, 04:37 PM

best way to clean your computer is with some soap and water

On a serious note try using this tool also

http://www.ccleaner.com/

Remove all the programs that you are not using. How much hard drive space do you have left?

(double click my computer > right click on Local Disk > properties)

Sosa · 08-28-2008, 06:56 PM

you are running 1 gig of ram.... umm upgrade that would be a good start

dodger21 · 08-28-2008, 07:04 PM

fucking AWESOMEEEEEEE program to clean up temp files

http://www.stevengould.org/index.php...nt&task= view

Bojangles · 08-28-2008, 07:15 PM

The items on your desktop do slow things down. Disabling all start up programs will help a lot as well.

EonBlue · 08-28-2008, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KRosh

http://www.ccleaner.com/

Remove all the programs that you are not using. How much hard drive space do you have left?

^^^^^^^^^^^^
Ditto that.

tony286 · 08-28-2008, 07:26 PM

i reformat my laptop once a year.crap builds up.

sandman! · 08-28-2008, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimbona

if you dont want to mess with your ram, increase your virtual ram
Right Click My Computer>Properties>Advanced>Advanced>Virtual Memory Change>Increase it to a higher set value, as long as you have the space on the HD it will use some of it for Virtual Ram usage.

I also recommend running superantispyware on it + NOD 32.

dumb idea

Spunky · 08-28-2008, 08:00 PM

Beat it with a large stick

MrMaxwell · 08-28-2008, 08:03 PM

1. START/RUN/ Type "MSCONFIG" hit ENTER/STARTUP TAB
Disable anything you possibly can get by without
Will make a huge difference
Use SPYBOT to protect against shit being added without your knowledge

2. CONTROL PANEL / SYSTEM / ADVANCED TAB / PERFORMANCE / SETTINGS
Select "Adjust for best performance" in visual effects tab
Select PROGRAMS for both options under advanced tab
Virtual memory CHANGE button / CUSTOM SIZE / enter 2222 in BOTH BOXES and click "SET". If you have a second hard drive, select it, custom size again/2222/set
Click APPLY/OK until you're out

3. MY COMPUTER / RIGHT CLICK C DRIVE / PROPERTIES / UNCHECK "ALLOW INDEXING SERVICE" / CLICK APPLY / APPLY TO ALL SUBFOLDERS AND FILES

4. CONTROL PANEL / SYSTEM / SYSTEM RESTORE TAB
Move the slider down to something reasonable.. no more than 2gb

5. CONTROL PANEL / SYSTEM / HARDWARE TAB / DEVICE MANAGER
Look for any conflicts with the yellow "!"

6. Run windows update.. Install SP2 and all other relavent updates. DO NOT INSTALL SERVICE PACK 3 no matter what

7. Download Disk Keeper at http://www.diskeeper.com/defrag.asp
Use the boot time defragmentation feature.
It will defragment the paging file, mft, and even system files because it can run without windows. Getting your paging file to a set size and getting it contiguous makes a BIG DIFFERENCE in performance.

8. Take the bottom cover off of your laptop and make sure that the fan port isn't obstructed in any way. Excess heat increases resistance and can slow a machine to a crawl.

9. Another good idea is to run a check disk.. START/RUN/CHKDSK /F
It'll check the drive for errors and fix any it might find

10. Look for updated drivers for everything in your machine.
Get them from the manufacturers and not from windows update.

BobG · 08-28-2008, 08:08 PM

this thread is hilarious. Much simpler answer is, get a mac.

geedub · 08-28-2008, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BobG

this thread is hilarious. Much simpler answer is, get a mac.

fuck that overpriced crap, ditch windows and you'll be a happy man. i bet i could have a 486 running like a dream on slackware or ubuntu in less than an hour.

amateurcanada · 08-28-2008, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by geedub

fuck that overpriced crap, ditch windows and you'll be a happy man. i bet i could have a 486 running like a dream on slackware or ubuntu in less than an hour.

nice trailor park boys video in your sig. lol.

Vegas Ken · 08-29-2008, 01:35 AM

Smart Stuff!!!! I like it

xxweekxx · 08-29-2008, 01:48 AM

burn your dell and build a custom pc.

Dwreck · 08-29-2008, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dav3

clean up the stuff starting with your pc.

start > run > msconfig > startup

there's probably 07234237423 things starting up with your laptop

Thanks you Dav 3 i did that.

Dwreck · 08-29-2008, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by munki

Clear out your startup, pump the ram, run Perfect Disk (great program), and check (especially on laptops) that your power settings and advanced configurations are giving processor and harddrives full power, not sticking you in a power save mode to save battery.

I will go get perfect disk and i will checked my advanced settings

Thank you Munki

klaze · 08-29-2008, 11:03 AM

1 gig of ram? HAHAHAAHAHAHA

This better not be your office computer. Webcamcash is slackin.

Barefootsies · 08-29-2008, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dav3

clean up the stuff starting with your pc.

start > run > msconfig > startup

there's probably 07234237423 things starting up with your laptop

Agreed.

One of the biggest mistakes people make right there.

Luca_Triple 10 · 08-29-2008, 11:19 AM

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Dwreck · 08-29-2008, 11:32 AM

i really appropriate the feedback and tips. I got more ram, cleaned up my start up menu. cleaned up the desktop, got rid of a bunch of crap programs and files, ran spyware doctor again, did a degfrag again and its like a new machine again.

Thanks again everyone! You have made my weekend

Darkcrni · 08-29-2008, 11:44 AM

How bout to reinstall your win!!!
If you have 2 year old win on your LT,i'm wondering it's still working ok!!!
R E I N S T A L L !!!!!!

Darkcrni · 08-29-2008, 11:45 AM

How bout to reinstall your win!!!
If you have 2 year old win on your LT,i'm wondering it's still working ok!!!
R E I N S T A L L !!!!!!

Triple10Terry · 08-29-2008, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Luca_Triple 10

My Computer's Finally Fast... Finally Fast dot Com!

Finally Fast dot Com

If it can get this douche bag in the commercial's computer fast it has to work for you Dwreck!!

My computer's fast...Finally! Finally Fast dot Com!

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tiger · 08-29-2008, 01:12 PM

Go here and follow everything:
http://home.comcast.net/~SupportCD/OptimizeXP.html

BTW you may want to black out your CD key from that image. Publishing it publicly is probably not good.

bbm · 08-29-2008, 02:47 PM

Change your hardware

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Dwreck Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Toronto Posts: 7,362	F$%#k!! Whats the best way to clean your computer? Its running slow MY laptop is two years old and im noticing its chugging when running icq, photoshop, firefox and msn messager. I cant even play a dvd with nothing else running with out it crapping out or being really choppy. Here are the specs to the laptop in question I did a defrage, i have spybot search and destroy and adware. It doesn't seem to do the trick. Is it the age of the laptop and is 1 gig of ram no enuff these days? Does removing a bunch of lesser used programs help? does having a desktop full of files slow it down? Is it worth taking it in to a pro? Any tips an ideas would help! __________________ Derek Dwreck Smout Program Manager Icq 165976549 Skype derekthomassmout

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CunningStunt Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 5,594	It's running slow because it doesn't have enough ram from the looks of things. Buy another 1Gb stick if you can fit it in, or get a new laptop.

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08-28-2008, 07:15 PM	#20
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MrMaxwell Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 10,057	1. START/RUN/ Type "MSCONFIG" hit ENTER/STARTUP TAB Disable anything you possibly can get by without Will make a huge difference Use SPYBOT to protect against shit being added without your knowledge 2. CONTROL PANEL / SYSTEM / ADVANCED TAB / PERFORMANCE / SETTINGS Select "Adjust for best performance" in visual effects tab Select PROGRAMS for both options under advanced tab Virtual memory CHANGE button / CUSTOM SIZE / enter 2222 in BOTH BOXES and click "SET". If you have a second hard drive, select it, custom size again/2222/set Click APPLY/OK until you're out 3. MY COMPUTER / RIGHT CLICK C DRIVE / PROPERTIES / UNCHECK "ALLOW INDEXING SERVICE" / CLICK APPLY / APPLY TO ALL SUBFOLDERS AND FILES 4. CONTROL PANEL / SYSTEM / SYSTEM RESTORE TAB Move the slider down to something reasonable.. no more than 2gb 5. CONTROL PANEL / SYSTEM / HARDWARE TAB / DEVICE MANAGER Look for any conflicts with the yellow "!" 6. Run windows update.. Install SP2 and all other relavent updates. DO NOT INSTALL SERVICE PACK 3 no matter what 7. Download Disk Keeper at http://www.diskeeper.com/defrag.asp Use the boot time defragmentation feature. It will defragment the paging file, mft, and even system files because it can run without windows. Getting your paging file to a set size and getting it contiguous makes a BIG DIFFERENCE in performance. 8. Take the bottom cover off of your laptop and make sure that the fan port isn't obstructed in any way. Excess heat increases resistance and can slow a machine to a crawl. 9. Another good idea is to run a check disk.. START/RUN/CHKDSK /F It'll check the drive for errors and fix any it might find 10. Look for updated drivers for everything in your machine. Get them from the manufacturers and not from windows update.

08-28-2008, 08:08 PM	#26
BobG Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: San Diego Posts: 4,274	this thread is hilarious. Much simpler answer is, get a mac.

08-29-2008, 01:35 AM	#29
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08-29-2008, 11:32 AM	#36
Dwreck Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Toronto Posts: 7,362	i really appropriate the feedback and tips. I got more ram, cleaned up my start up menu. cleaned up the desktop, got rid of a bunch of crap programs and files, ran spyware doctor again, did a degfrag again and its like a new machine again. Thanks again everyone! You have made my weekend __________________ Derek Dwreck Smout Program Manager Icq 165976549 Skype derekthomassmout

08-29-2008, 11:44 AM	#37
Darkcrni Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Right Around The Corner Posts: 1,704	How bout to reinstall your win!!! If you have 2 year old win on your LT,i'm wondering it's still working ok!!! R E I N S T A L L !!!!!! Last edited by Darkcrni; 08-29-2008 at 11:46 AM..

08-29-2008, 11:45 AM	#38
Darkcrni Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Right Around The Corner Posts: 1,704	How bout to reinstall your win!!! If you have 2 year old win on your LT,i'm wondering it's still working ok!!! R E I N S T A L L !!!!!!

08-29-2008, 01:12 PM	#40
tiger Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 6,986	Go here and follow everything: http://home.comcast.net/~SupportCD/OptimizeXP.html BTW you may want to black out your CD key from that image. Publishing it publicly is probably not good. __________________

08-29-2008, 02:47 PM	#41
bbm So Fucking Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 3,710	Change your hardware