How to Keep My PC Clean
If your PC runs sluggishly or erratically, it is likely due to problems such as spyware, a corrupt registry, incomplete uninstalls or low disk space. You can easily keep your PC free of viruses, hacking risks and useless application clutter by running anti-virus software and disk-cleaning tools. The best thing is, the tools discussed here are free-- Just download and clean up!
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Things You'll Need
- Eusing Free Registry Cleaner
- Microsoft Security Essentials (free)
- Wise Free Disk Cleaner
Instructions
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The Eusing Free Registry Cleaner application can fix and prevent error messages, Windows crashes, incorrect software installations and corrupt hardware drivers. You should run this tool at least once a month to prevent registry problems from affecting your PC's performance. Not only does this tool fix invalid registry entries, but it creates a backup of the restored entries. The layout is simple enough to use even for computer novices.
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Safeguard your PC with Microsoft Security Essentials. This free tool defends your PC from Trojans, spyware, viruses and worms. The automatic updates ensure that you have the latest virus definitions. Once installed, Microsoft Security Essentials runs automatically in the background and gives your PC constant protection.
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Wise Free Disk Cleaner gets rid of unnecessary files, temporary Internet files and incomplete uninstalls. Removing junk files is important because they can take up a great deal of your drive's space. The features are easy to use and the file scanning is quick.
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Tips & Warnings
Many software tool sites offer both "free" and "paid" download versions on their sites. Be sure to download the desired version. Some sites also may offer a download for "free" only for a specified amount of time; read the instructions carefully.
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