Causes of a slow Computer:

There are many factors that cause a slow responding computer. It may be overloaded with too many programs, even if you are just using the computer for basic functionality such as web browsing and email. There are a lot more services running in the background. An average new computer with no extra software has about 40 services running, and if you were to launch your internet browser then you would be adding an extra service to that figure. (Press alt+ctrl+delete to view processes).
When you purchase a computer they come with lots of trial programs such as McAfee antivirus, Norton online backup, games and programs. These can add on average 15 extra unnecessary processes to the computer. Even if you decide not to use these because you have your own antivirus program, or don't use them, some remain and continue to run even if uninstalled. Overtime you may install and remove applications. Application entries/folders co-exist even after removal. These will contribute to a slower computer. To run multiple services computers require more memory usage, so not having enough RAM will not help. Other causes may be hard drive read and write error, (if hard drive is old it can take multiple read/write attempts). Fragmented files, (single files are broken into pieces and stored in different locations).

PC Service

General Service £35-£40. This will involve cleaning the computer's registry and missed out files from old uninstalled applications . Temporary internet cache/removal of toolbars and the termination of unnecessary services. From this you will notice a change in the computers performance and start-up time.

Full Service :£65 Fixed Price. This is a complete overhaul of all the software on your computer. Everything from your hard drive is erased and will be re-programmed from scratch. All programs that were installed on the computer will be erased, so re-installation of these programs is required. We will re-install windows as part of this service, and all available drivers for the motherboard. These drivers are software that make the sound, video, wireless and Bluetooth adaptor work. We also separate your hard drive into two partitions. Once completed common applications will be installed, see below.

• Adobe reader
• Adobe Flash
• Nero burning Rom* (CD burning program)
• Picasa (photo software that controls transfer of photos))*
• Power DVD.* (enables you to watch DVD films)
• Windows, games, e.g. spider, solitaire and minesweeper
• Access to the internet
• Security package **
• Office package, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), (licence must be supplied for reinstallation)