Slow PC: 7 Simple Steps to Take Before Panicking

Is your computer running slowly, are the fans whirring, and does everything take minutes to open? Before you jump to the worst-case scenario, try these 7 Simple Steps — They resolve most performance issues.

🔄 The Basics That Work

• Really restart (not sleep mode): memory cleared, updates applied.
• Free up disk space : Less than 10 % of free space = your computer is choking. Empty the Recycle Bin and the Downloads folder.
• Limit automatic startup programs : Task Manager → Startup (Windows) or Settings → Login (Mac).

🧹 Spring Cleaning

• Uninstall software that you no longer use.
• Lighten the browser : Too many tabs and extensions use up too much memory.
• Check for updates system and drivers.
• Scan with your antivirus software: some malware uses up all your resources in the background.

🆘 Still slow?

If nothing works, the problem may be hardware-related (a worn-out hard drive, insufficient memory) or more serious (a persistent infection). Our troubleshooting service diagnoses and repairs the issue, remotely or on-site, 7 days a week.