Keep Your PC Running Fast

There are a number of things you need to do to keep your computer running fast and secure.

You need to run maintenance utilities to keep it internally running smooth and security programs to protect it from the outside invasion.

Some of the maintenance programs can be found with these paths: Start>Programs>Accessories>System Tools: (1)Disk Cleanup, (2)ScanDisk, (3)Disk Defragmenter, and >System Information: (4)Internet Explorer Repair.

The Security Programs you should be running are:
ones to (5)Block Hackers and Viruses, a (6)Firewall to prevent invasion, and a (7) Spyware stopper to keep your PC free from monitoring programs.

You need to (8)Keep your operating system updated with the latest patches to help it run better and to protect it from outside attacks.

You also need to run a good (9)Windows Washer, System File Checker and Registry Cleaner.

Finally, you also need to (10)Keep yourself informed of all the latest information to make it all work well.

Use Google.com to find the latest Freeware versions for these utilities and remember to completely remove those products that do not work any more.

Here are some examples of programs that work well: Spybot - Search & Destroy can detect and remove a multitude of adware files and modules from your computer.

Spybot also can clean program and Web-usage tracks from your system, which is especially useful if you share your computer with other users.

Modules chosen for removal can be sent directly to the included file shredder, ensuring complete elimination from your system.

For advanced users, it allows you to fix registry inconsistencies related to adware and to malicious program installations.

The handy online-update feature ensures that Spybot always has the most current and complete listings of adware, dialers, and other uninvited system residents.

Here are some examples of Shareware that I have tried: Registry Mechanic 2.1 - Registry Cleaner

Keep your Windows Registry clean and free of errors. Download Registry Mechanic to fix your registry and make your system faster and more stable.

In addition to Spybot - Search & Destroy, a few other free applications will keep your PC clean, mean, and ultra-sheen. The popular Ad-aware works well as a complement to Spybot, and these three additional fantastic, free tools offer invaluable detection and protection.

Hijack This
This simple detection software runs a fast scan of your system and lists all potential danger areas. To determine actual risk, you'll need to be a veteran PC user or post your scan results to one of the many help forums on the Web to determine if there could be trouble.

WinPatrol
Scotty the Watch Dog can be your PC's best friend, with a host of customizable controls for detecting malware on your system. WinPatrol's most valuable feature is its ability to alert you when a program tries to install itself--and to let you prevent it. It also lets you decide which programs automatically start up when you turn on your computer.

SpywareBlaster
The best medicine is prevention. For inoculating your computer against spyware infections, SpywareBlaster is a simple tool that's hard to beat. Start up the software, select the spyware and adware you want to block, and hit the Protect button. SpywareBlaster automatically updates its database to keep up with changing adware components.