I'm dealing with a work computer that consistently shows 100% disk usage, and while they've got a lot stored on it, they want to avoid upgrading to an SSD because of concerns over data safety. I'm looking for any practical solutions or recommendations to manage this situation effectively. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
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Upgrading to an SSD is generally the best solution, especially with Windows 10 or 11. Maybe suggest they consider getting a smaller SSD just for the operating system and keep the traditional hard drive for all their files. It could improve performance significantly without risking data on the main storage.
It might help to have them shut down any unnecessary systems linked to the disk and allow some time for the antivirus to catch up. Having a chat about input/output operations per second (IOPS) and real-time scanning could shed light on ways to balance out the system's workloads.
For long-term solutions, consider setting up a dedicated file server with RAID backup. Running the OS from an SSD while keeping the main storage as a hard drive could ensure speed and data safety. A Synology NAS could be a great fit for this kind of setup.
If most of their storage is just for files, transitioning to SharePoint on Office 365 could be a game-changer. It offers great access control and data protection while making it easier for users to collaborate.
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