Is your computer too slow? It seems they sometimes cannot work fast enough for us, but it doesn’t mean you need to get a new one.
The good news is that computers are lasting longer than ever. Many people are still using machines that are seven, eight, or even nine years old. But as time goes on, those computers start to feel sluggish. Programs lag, startup takes forever, and basic tasks do not run as smoothly as they used to. Before you spend money on a new computer, there are a few simple tweaks that can bring new life to your old one.
Check What’s Running in the Background
Open the Task Manager by pressing Control + Alt + Delete or by searching for “Task Manager” in your settings. This tool shows you which programs are running and how much memory and CPU power they are using. You may