There are many ways you can speed up your computer and also how fast your computer starts up. This tip is for Windows users and should be something that you check on every computer you use.
Msconfig is a built in program in Windows that allows you to control what programs start up with your computer. This has two benefits as I mentioned before:
- It allows your computer to boot up faster. There aren’t as many programs starting at once when you boot up, so you’ll be able to use your computer faster.
- It keeps programs from running in the background that aren’t necessary for you to use your computer. This allows the computer to run faster as well.
To use msconfig, click the Start Button then hit Run. (If Run does not show up, you can hit the Windows key on your keyboard and hit the R key). Once you see the run box, type in msconfig and hit enter. You’ll be greeted by the following screen:
Now click on the Startup tab and you’ll see a list of programs that start with your computer.
Go through and uncheck any programs that you know you don’t need starting with your computer (iTunes, Quicktime). If you aren’t sure about the program, don’t uncheck it. Feel free to post any questions in the comments if you want to know about certain programs.
I actually only clicked on this link because I wanted to comment about how awesome that turtle with the rocket strapped to its back is. But, this is actually ridiculously useful information for the average computer buyer/user. When my girlfriend bought a new laptop, the guys at circuit city wanted to charge something like $100+ to "optimize" the system, aka, take off the preloaded crapware, and choose what loads when the computer boots up. Of course I told them to screw themselves, but most people don't know how to do this.
ReplyDeleteI'm more of the camp that if you don't know what something is, turn it off. Nothing in that list is necessary. Let's split the difference: if you don't know what a process is, google it. Use the advice given on those sites
ReplyDeleteWell, I'm glad you liked both the turtle and the article. Just one of those tips most people should know about.
ReplyDeleteThis is actually something that I've used on both my desktop and laptop. Unfortunately, since my desktop was freshly reformatted it can't run much faster. But since my laptop has so much crap from me and the distributors, I was able to significantly speed up my boot-up times. I concur with Jerry about the sweet turtle.
ReplyDeleteI found some more pictures of turtles with rockets on their backs in honor of ours.
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http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qg2HLyQjfc8/SFg8TmbKm...
http://www.worth1000.com/entries/414000/414310a...
http://www.kiss.co.th/english/images/turtle-wit...
Unfortunately I agree with Jerry. Rocket Turtle is the man!
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