Hey everyone! I've had my custom-built PC for about 10 years now, with an upgrade around 4 years ago to improve its performance. It used to run smoothly, but for the last 6 months, it has been incredibly slow, even struggling to open simple programs like Word. I mainly use it for light gaming (think Terraria and Stardew Valley) and work. I'm curious if there's hope to speed it up and if anyone has tips or solutions to try.
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While it's tough to give complete advice without details, here are some possibilities:
1. You might not have enough RAM; 16GB barely cuts it these days.
2. Check your disk space – if it’s low, run 'cleanmgr' for some cleanup.
3. Also, check the integrity and fragmentation of your disk if it’s an HDD, or if it’s an SSD, it might be on its last legs.
4. Your CPU could be throttling to prevent overheating, so make sure your fans are working well and check the thermal paste.
5. Lastly, look at what's running in your notification area; there might be background processes you can disable.
It’s totally fixable! First, check your Task Manager under the Startup tab and disable any unnecessary programs that run on boot. Running 'sfc /scannow' and 'DISM' can help fix any corrupt system files too. Also, try using Malwarebytes to check for any hidden bloatware or malware. If you haven't upgraded to an SSD yet, that's a game changer! Don't forget to clean out any dust from your case and ensure all your drivers are up-to-date. If it’s been ages since you reinstalled Windows, consider doing a fresh install to clear up any lingering issues.
You need to share more about your PC specs for better help. Right now, all we know is that it exists! What kind of processor and how much RAM do you have?
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