Ways to make your computer faster (Windows 7,8, 8.1,10)

Running a slow computer system is a key issue for every computer user. However, upgrading software or whichever latest and fastest system you purchase, ‘computer running slow’ issue is possible to appear before you. Especially, in Windows systems, this is a common issue that most users face.

What causes your computer system to run slow?

Performance of Windows 7 or Win 8.1 is mainly affected due to unnecessary programs running in background, redundant temporary files and viruses if any.

How to make your computer faster (windows 8, windows 7) 

1.      1. Remove the unwanted programs

Delete all the unnecessary software which you never use and that are kept idle in your system. Most of the programs are possible to affect your computer system’s performance because of the space they consume. Such programs are the high graphic games and software that eat up your hard-drive’s space. To remove a program go to Control Panel > Add or remove programs/ Programs and Features > Select the program you wish to remove > Click Uninstall.

2.     2. Remove unnecessary programs from start up

During Windows start up, most of the programs tend to run by default. So you need to minimize the number of running programs. You will see the start up programs in your Windows notification area from where you can learn about which programs are running during the system start up. By seeing this, you can disable a particular program from running during Windows start up. To disable a program go to Control Panel > Administrative Tools > double click on System Configuration > Under Start up tab click Open Task Manager > Again under Start up you can select a program and disable it.

3.     3. Remove unnecessary programs from start up

During Windows start up, most of the programs tend to run by default. So you need to minimize the number of running programs. You will see the start up programs in your Windows notification area from where you can learn about which programs are running during the system start up. By seeing this, you can disable a particular program from running during Windows start up. To disable a program go to Control Panel > Administrative Tools > double click on System Configuration > Under Start up tab click Open Task Manager > Again under Start up you can select a program and disable it.

4.    4. Run few and limited programs at a time

Sometimes running several programs at once might affect your computer system’s performance and result to system boot. If you have a number of browser tabs open or you are using multiple browsers at the same time then it is likely to slow down your computer system. It probably also happens due to the operation of more than one anti-virus software in a single system which is not at all accepted. You should use only one anti-virus program. 

5.     5. Turn off visual effects

Disable all visual and activity effects from your computer system to make it run speedier. It's ideal to speed it up as opposed to making it beautiful with enhancements and animations. There are 17 visual effect alternatives that you can oversee and control. To conform the impacts go to Control Panel > Performance Information and Tools > Click on Adjust visual effects on the left > uncheck options that you need to disable. You can tap the specific settings like 'Alter for best appearance' or 'Let Windows pick what's best for my computer system ' which auto conforms the performance.

6.    6. How to make Windows 7 faster by system reboot?

Restart your computer system periodically to clear its memory. Restarting your computer system also fixes the smaller issues and this is the easiest process to speed up your Windows system. 

7.     7. Run anti-virus scan periodically

Another general issue for a slow running computer system is the virus attack and malwares. Run manually a full antivirus scan program so as to detect and remove all the threats that is affecting your computer system performance. Keep your antivirus software and virus definitions up to date because that is the best way to prevent viruses from coming in.

8.    8. Run error checking on disks

Running error checking programs helps you to improve your system’s performance. It is capable of correcting any system file or disk errors in your Windows 7 systems. To run error checking, right click on the particular drive > go to Properties > under Tools, check Error checking.

9.   9. Disable Windows Defender 

Impair the Windows Defender antivirus to filter program just on the off chance that you have any extra third-party against antivirus program installed in your computer system. Since both play out the same undertakings, you don't require them two in the same system . Running both the projects over-burdens the system and backs it off. To incapacitate Windows Defender go to Control Panel > open Windows Defender > Tap the Settings tab > Under Administrator, uncheck 'Turn on Windows Defender' option> Save changes.

10. Check driver compatibility

While introducing any driver for Windows 7 starter or Windows 8 computer system, check whether it is good with the system or not. The driver ought to be formally bolstered by Windows system in light of the fact that on the off chance that it is not, then your system will presumably crash or get tainted.

1  11. How to make Windows 7 faster on laptop with Power plan changing?

Power plan options are available in laptops and notebooks. It is the batter and power saver plans which intend to improve your systems power performance. To change your system’s power plan go to Control Panel > Power Options > Select your plan. The Balanced plan is the most recommended plan which balances performance with energy consumption.

12. Disk Defragmentation

Defragmenting your hard disk adjusts the divided documents so that your computer system can work all the more effectively. Plate Defragmenter keeps running on a calendar premise yet you can likewise run it physically as per your accommodation. To defragmented your hard circle go to Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Defragment and Optimize drives > Select the drive and snap Optimize.