What do you think is the number one question I get at parties?  That’s right, “Why is my computer so slow?”  Folks, there can be many reasons, but let’s start with the most obvious: How old is your computer.  Any computer over 4 years old is probably having trouble keeping up with today’s websites, games, and other programs.  Buy a new computer every 4 – 5 years.  These things aren’t freezers.  Another reason for slowness could simply be a lack of memory – in other words, not enough RAM.  Today, you need at least 2 gigabytes of RAM and preferably 4 gigabytes.  You will be surprised how much faster that simple upgrade can make your system. Here’s how you check your RAM. Finally, a very common cause of system slowness is an infection of some sort.  Malware, virus, spyware – any number of vile little programs could be sitting there eating up your PC’s performance.  Make sure your antivirus is up to date. Who knows, with a little cleanup or memory upgrade, you might be able to extend the life your system by a year or two!

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