Tools and Tips To Make Your Computer Run Like New

Written by Christian on March 6, 2010 in How To - 4 Comments

I had a client  ( hey Charu that was having issues posting to a blog because her computer kept freezing , and she was getting the infamous “ Unresponsive script”  pop up.   

This could come from a number of things such as :

• The script is doing a Sarah Palin and is running “Rogue”
• The script could be conflicting with plugins you are using ( mainly in Firefox)
• An extension that you have installed is conflicting  with the page somehow
• You have low system memory

The list could go on , but we will deal with the ones I have listed up above.

Ah , and here it is … Unresponsive script ,,,,

First thing to do is disable the plugins that you are using, and try repeating the action that lead you to the unresponsive script.  If your computer and the site are responsive to this , then systematically begin restarting each individual plugin until you find the nasty little bugger that is causing the script error .

If your browser is still acting temperamental sans plug-in extensions, then your next plan of action is to take a look at how your computer is performing.

If you don’t already, you should equip yourself with a program or programs to keep your computer running smoothly.

I have compiled a list of some free software that I personally use that keep my computers running great. Did I mention that they are free?

The first on this list is Advanced System Care

This program is is wonderful. Upon installation your system files will be backed up , and then an analysis of what is screwed up on your computer will be taken . This program fixes:

• Registry Errors
• Invalid Shortcuts
• Remove any excess clutter
• Check for spyware
• Remove Cookies
• Hard Drive Defragmentation

You can also manage which programs load on startup (which is great to keep all of that juicy ram free, lol )

Here is a screen shot of this badboy in action

Next on our list is CC Cleaner from Pirisoft .

This is another system optimizer, however this little gems main niche is cleaning out unused files from your system – allowing Windows to run faster and freeing up valuable hard disk space. CC Cleaner also cleans traces of your online activities such as your Internet history. Additionally it contains a fully featured registry cleaner. But the best part is that it's fast (normally taking less than a second to run) and contains NO Spyware or Adware!

Last on our list is AVG FREE

An antivirus program will help round out this nice collection of system maintenance apps. This next piece of software offers the type of protection that you could only expect from the big dogs in the game ( Mccafee , Norton , Kaspersky , etc )

When you install the program you are given the option to use the free or the paid version . ( you can switch at anytime ) .

• Anti-Virus & Anti-Spyware
• Makes sure you can't get or spread a virus, worm, or Trojan horse                                 

• LinkScanner®
• Ensures every web page you visit is safe – even before you go there                              

• Online Shield
• Lets you download and exchange files without risking virus infection                          

• Advanced Anti-Rootkit protection

• Game Mode
• Keeps you safe without interrupting you while you're playing                           

• Phishing protection
• Checks to make sure web pages really are what they appear to be                                 

• AVG Identity Protection
• Keeps your private information safe from known and unknown threats                        
• Enhanced Firewall
• Prevents hackers from seeing inside your computer                                
• Anti-Spam
• Blocks spammers and scammers from clogging your system                              
• Expert Technical support

This list could go on and on , but I'll cut it short ( for now ) .. I think I may revist this post and update it in the future .

Is there a piece of freeware that you just  ? Let e hear about it …