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How exactly do you fix a slow computer? Well, there are few definite answers when it comes to computing because of all the different possible computer configurations and circumstances.

There are a lot of methods to repair a slow computer, and there are a number of possible ways for a computer to become “broken” in a sense in the first place. I’ll identify some common slow computer difficulties and some of the easy ways to repair a slow computer.

1. Invalid entries in the registry

Whenever you modify a system setting or add a new application on your computer you’re adding data to the systems registry. As time passes this registry can become bloated with pointless information as system settings become inappropriate or your uninstall applications. Find a suitable registry fixing application to repair this problem. A “broken” registry is a big cause of slow computers around the world but is still effortlessly fixed.

2. Overheating

When components within your computer get too hot from over use or high stress your computer will become slow. The simple way to repair a slow computer that suffers form overheating is to allow for a greater airflow. Take your computer out of the corner of your room and place it elevated in a room with a window. Regularly clear the dust out of your computer and verify that your fans are operating properly. You can use the PC application ‘Everest’ to check the temperature of your computer components.

3. Corrupt operating system installation

In some cases sadly the installation of your operating system may be crooked which can certainly make your computer a slow computer. The only real way to repair a slow computer with a corrupt operating system is to reformat it.

Reformatting is the act of wiping your hard drive and reinstalling your operating system to start fresh. You can corrupt your operating system installation in a number of ways such as messing with system settings or installing dangerous software.