... of Temporary Files
Step 6: Optimize Your Internet Settings
Step 7: Remove Unnecessary Startup
Programs
Step 8: Optimize Your Registry Entries
Step 9: Optimize Your PC Performance
09_068557 ch04.qxp ... the setup complete dia-
log box, as seen Figure 3-7.
Figure 3-7: Setup complete dialog box
If you don’t want to launch and use the software right away, uncheck
the option.
To exit the set...
... com-
puter work yourself or hire certified professionals, an analysis of your
computer is the logical starting point.
Chapter 13: A computer has many removable parts that can be
replaced or upgraded ... this chapter.
Chapter 12: Before upgrading your hardware, installing new soft-
ware, or troubleshooting a computer problem, you need to know cer-
tain things about your PC—such as w...
... necessary.
Customer Support Information
For any other problems or specific questions, you can contact PC
Pitstop Customer Support by visiting its website:
http://www.pcpitstop.com/store/service.asp
Online support ... Click the Advanced tab, as Figure 8-19 shows.
Figure 8-19: Advanced tab
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4. Windows scans your computer to determine whether or not
your system files are corrupted. If any files need to be
replaced, a message may pop up and ask you to insert your
Windows XP CD-ROM. ... threats like worms
and hackers. To restore your protection, visit the Windows
Update website to re-download the patches.
Back Up Your Bookmarks
During your many Internet jour...
... hardware upgrade on your own.
1. Turn off your computer and unplug it from all electrical out-
lets.This will prevent you from receiving a serious electrical
shock and will protect the computer ... require a
minimum CPU speed in order to work correctly.To find out how
fast your CPU is and which company made it, do the following:
1. Right-click the My Computer icon on your deskt...
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... for a Dial -Up Modem 153
Look for a Network Card 154
Identify Your Video Card 156
Determine the Video Card’s Interface 157
Chapter 13: Upgrade Your PC 159
What Should Be Upgraded? 160
Upgrade to ... Protector 184
Add a Battery Backup 185
Add a USB Hub 186
Replace Your Speakers 187
Replace Your Monitor 187
Clean Your Mouse 188
Replace Your Mouse 190
Replace Your Keyboard 190
Con...
... anymore.
Unnecessary Startup Programs
Many software programs may add themselves (with or without your
knowledge) to your Startup folder, which may cause your PC to take
longer to start up.
6 Part I • Understand ... periodic updates for Windows to ensure your PC
is protected from the latest known security holes and programming
bugs or errors. In addition, many of these updates will h...
... Optimize:
• Energize Internet Speeds
Improve your Internet connection up to 200% by adjusting
your Windows Internet settings, based on your connection type.
• Recoup System Resources
Eliminate ... many
common problems that plague most computers —
get a better performing computer without the
expense or difficulty of adding new hardware.
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