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Computer Slow? Maybe it's Time for a Tune-Up
Updated: 8/7/2008 4:00:44 PM
 
(ARA) - When you take your car to a mechanic for periodic tune-ups, it runs better, gas mileage is improved, and often, you can avoid expensive repairs by replacing damaged parts before they cause major engine damage. A good mechanic checks all of the components under the hood, since they work together to deliver the performance you want.

Like your car, your computer needs periodic tune-ups. Daily wear-and-tear, such as installing and uninstalling software, playing online games, application crashes, and other routine events cause errors in your computer's registry. These errors can slow your computer to a crawl and cause freezes and crashes.

A registry is a Windows database that is used to store information necessary to configure a system for its users, applications, and hardware devices. When files or programs are added to or removed from your PC, the registry is modified to make note of these changes. With continued PC use, the registry becomes cluttered; especially if you've had spyware problems. Symptoms of registry problems include slowed computer and Internet performance; inability to remove programs you do not want; applications not functioning properly; crashes when you install new hardware; beeping noise when you try to shut down; and inability to boot-up properly.

For optimal performance, your computer should have a tune-up every week. The good news is that you don't need to take it to the shop or pay a pricey technician. If your computer is not running as fast or as smoothly as it was when you first bought it, a registry cleaner can restore the speed and power you've lost.

For quick automatic tune-ups, iS3's MAXpc works like a charm. Rated "5 Stars" by Allstar Reviews, MAXpc wins high praise for effectiveness, price, value, customer support, and ease of use. MAXpc offers free trial system scans so you can see if your PC is riddled with registry errors.

With a good registry cleaner even a novice user can improve PC performance without the risk of data loss, computer damage, or the services of a computer technician. Go to MAXpc's official Web site, www.is3.com to download your free trial today.

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