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Is your Windows PC running a little slowly It's not your imagination: over time hard drives accumulate all kinds of things that slow
you can do much of what these PC optimization apps do yourself using Windows' built-in system maintenance tools, but that's time
consuming; what's really being sold here is convenience.1
Iolo System MechanicEnjoy a faster, cleaner PC with the best free PC optimization tool aroundIolo System Mechanic removes junk files and
unwanted apps, blocks bloatware and unwanted auto-run settings, clears out RAM and wipes various logs, browser histories and caches.Not only
does this free up key system resources, it also eliminates traces of your browsing activity to protect your privacy.Its PC optimization
toolkit really does make a difference; whenever we've tested System Mechanic we've found a significant speed improvement, especially at
after running System Mechanic made it our favorite system optimization tool
Read on for four more of the best apps around for speeding up your Windows PC.2
IObit Advanced SystemCareA hands-off approach to optimization that's ideal for novice usersIObit Advanced SystemCare comes in two forms: a
free edition version that covers basic house cleaning, and a Pro version that adds internet speed-boosting, real-time optimization, privacy
protection, deep registry cleaning and 24/7 technical support
interface is well designed, easy to use and unlikely to frighten even the newest PC user
We'd deduct points for an installer that wants to add additional programs - that's hardly in keeping with the philosophy of keeping
unwanted stuff off your computer - but they're easy to avoid if you choose a custom installation.Like most of the free PC optimization
via a simple, slick dashboard.3
Piriform CCleanerEliminate unnecessary files, clean the registry and manage programsPiriform CCleaner has been around for a long time, and
part of the reason for its ongoing popularity is that it cleans the parts of your PC that many other free system optimization tools
don't.There's a paid-for version of the optimization toolkit that adds real time protection and cleanup scheduling, but the free edition
of CCleaner covers the important stuff such as removing temporary files, getting rid of browser caches, removing unwanted cookies while
keeping the useful ones and so on.If your PC just feels sluggish then this is the app to try first
It doesn't have all the advanced features of apps like System Mechanic, but the stuff it does clear is famous for slowing down PCs.4
Ashampoo WinOptimizer 2018A fast, thorough scanner plus a suite of well designed maintenance toolsAshampoo WinOptimizer 2018's biggest
them all with one more.Alternatively, you can dive deeper by selecting the 'Details' button to review the results of your scan one by one
Unlike some PC optimization tools, Ashampoo WinOptimizer gives you a full description of each issue it's identified, explaining exactly
what it is, and why you should consider removing it
You can then make an informed decision about whether to erase or keep it.WinOptimizer also includes a suite of 'modules' for routine
maintenance tasks like defragging hard drives and optimizing startup processes
These are all tasks that could be accomplished within Windows itself, but having them all in one location is much more convenient than
trawling through menus.(In case you're wondering, Ashampoo takes its name from this optimization software, which cleans your PC 'like a
Razer Cortex: Game BoosterDesigned to help gamers wring extra performance from their PCsIf your system struggles when you're trying to get
your game on, Razer Cortex: Game Booster could well be the answer
This free PC optimization software suspends unnecessary system processes, clears out memory and defrags your system to get the very best
game performance possible.Razer Cortex: Game Booster is available for Windows 7, 8 and 10, and while the differences won't make you jump up
and down in astonishment - for most people the results will mean slightly smoother visuals rather than astonishing performance improvements
- it does automate the fiddly process of turning off unnecessary software and services when it's time to play.c5WERacPdeaRTPcGirgSCk.jpg#
