Main reasons why computer performance lags
People rely on computers each and
Computer performance can be aff ected by a variety of factors, many of which are controllable.
Power surges and spikes
If delicate computer components are
subjected to sudden changes in power,
they easily can become damaged, causing
the computer to glitch and fail. Using
a surge protector for basic protection
and an interruptible power supply for
more robust protection can help.
Type of hard drive
Alto IT Consultancy says a big misconception
concerns computer speed
and hard drive capacity. In some cases,
having more space on the hard drive
may not improve speed, as the bigger
the data container for the computer, the
further the CPU has to “reach” to access
information. In addition, a solid state
hard drive (SSD) tends to have better
performance and speed than a hard disk
drive (HDD), according to PC Magazine.
HDDs are now largely reduced to
secondary roles in the consumer storage
market.
Viruses or corruption
Corrupted fi les or viruses on a machine can
greatly affect performance. A virus may be
working in the background nefariously,
which can compromise speed and other factors.
A robust antivirus program on the computer
can help thwart such issues.
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pleasure. No matter which operating
system and computer manufacturer
one prefers, over time devices may run
less effi ciently and bugs and lags may
crop up. Recognizing the causes of potential
computer issues can enable users
to take proactive steps to help all of their
devices operate more smoothly.
Insuffi cient hardware resources
Lenovo advises that one of the most frequent
causes of computer slowdowns is
insuffi cient hardware resources. This refers
to the processing power, memory and
storage abilities to function correctly and
effi ciently. If a computer lacks RAM, CPU
power or storage space, it may work harder
and struggle to keep up with tasks.
Outdated software
An up-to-date computer will work faster
and more effi ciently. Software manufacturers
routinely offer software updates
and patches to fi x or improve functionality
and to prevent security vulnerabilities.
When a computer is not running
current software, poor performance and
security issues may affect the user experience.
Poor maintenance
A computer needs to be regularly
cleaned and serviced in order to function
properly, says Creative Computer
IT Services Solutions, Inc. Dust buildup
can cause overheating, which can result
in component failure.
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