How to Speed Up Acer Aspire One

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Click the Start menu and type “system configuration” into the search box.

   This prevents applications you don’t use from automatically running in the background after your computer starts up, leading to slowness and lagging. ,,,, These options control visual effects and performance features, some of which could be clogging your system. ,,, Windows automatically starts services such as IP Helper and Print Spooler upon startup, even when not needed. , Examples of services you can disable are Diagnostic Policy Service, Print Spooler, and Distributed Link Tracking Client. ,, Consider installing another security program that consumes fewer resources, or stick to visiting websites you trust to avoid malware and viruses.
   
   Disabling McAfee antivirus security software makes your computer more vulnerable to malicious software and third parties. ,, This opens the Sounds menu.
   
   By default, Windows plays sound effects that use system resources when performing actions such as closing programs and restarting. ,,,,,, Alternately, visit Acer’s official website at http://www.acer.com/ac/en/US/content/drivers to access the manual.
   
   For example, if your computer supports up to
   3.5 GB RAM and one GB is already installed, you can install
   2.5 GB additional RAM. , Following installation, your computer will run faster and more efficiently.,, Windows automatically installs updates as they become available, unless you disabled this feature at an earlier date. , Windows will search for the newest software updates from Microsoft. , Your computer will download and install available updates., Chrome is currently the fastest browser available on Windows computers, and speeds up loading time.
   
   Uninstall Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, and other browsers, and start using Chrome., Applications that rival Microsoft Office Suite are now available online and free of charge so you can avoid installing extra software.
   
   For example, use your search engine to find photo editing software to replace Microsoft Photo Editor, and consider using Google Sheets instead of Microsoft Excel. , If you’ve been using programs you installed on your computer several years ago, visit the developer’s website to locate newer versions of the same software that consume fewer memory and resources.
   
   Alternately, search for similar versions of the same program from other developers and manufacturers.
   
   For example, if using antivirus software that consumes too much memory, search for reviews of new antivirus software from another developer that consumes fewer resources. ,, Acer Aspire One models come pre-loaded with unneeded programs known as “bloatware” that cause lagging and slowness. ,
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   Step 2: Select “System Configuration” from search results.

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   Step 3: Click on the “Startup” tab

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   Step 4: then remove checkmarks next to processes you don’t want running after startup.

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   Step 5: Click “OK.” Going forward

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   Step 6: these processes will no longer run automatically following startup.

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   Step 7: Click the Start menu and type “system” into the search box.

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   Step 8: Select “System” from search results

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   Step 9: then click on “Advanced system settings.”

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    Step 10: Click on the “Advanced” tab

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    Step 11: then click “Settings” under Performance.

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    Step 12: Remove checkmarks next to options as desired

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    Step 13: then click “OK.” For example

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    Step 14: disable the feature labeled “Animate windows when minimizing and maximizing” if you don’t wish to see animations when minimizing windows.

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    Step 15: Click the Start menu and type “services” into the search box.

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    Step 16: Select “Services” from search results.

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    Step 17: Double-click on each service in the Services window and change its Startup Type to “Manual.” Going forward

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    Step 18: these services will only start at your command.

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    Step 19: Click the “Start” menu and select “Program and Features.”

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    Step 20: Right-click on the installed McAfee software and select “Uninstall.” Most Aspire One models come pre-loaded with McAfee antivirus software

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    Step 21: which runs in the background at all times to keep your system protected from malware and viruses.

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    Step 22: Click the Start menu and type “sound” into the search box.

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    Step 23: Click on “Sound” in search results.

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    Step 24: Click on the “Sounds” tab

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    Step 25: then select “No Sounds” next to Sound Scheme.

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    Step 26: Remove the checkmark next to “Play Windows Startup sound

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    Step 27: ” then click “OK.”

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    Step 28: Click the Start menu and type “system” into the search box.

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    Step 29: Select “System” from search results.

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    Step 30: Note the value next to “Installed memory (RAM).” This tells you how much RAM is already installed in your computer.

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    Step 31: Refer to the user’s manual for your Acer Aspire One to determine the maximum amount of RAM it takes.

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    Step 32: Install extra RAM on your own

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    Step 33: or hire a computer technician to install it for you.

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    Step 34: Click the Start menu and select “All Programs.”

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    Step 35: Select “Windows Update.” This opens the Windows Update menu.

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    Step 36: Click “Check for updates” in the left pane.

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    Step 37: Click “Install updates

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    Step 38: ” then type the administrator password if prompted.

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    Step 39: Replace slower Internet browsers with Google Chrome.

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    Step 40: Replace software packages with Web-based applications.

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    Step 41: Replace outdated programs with newer

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    Step 42: more lightweight versions.

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    Step 43: Click the Start menu and select “Control Panel.” This opens the Control Panel window.

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    Step 44: Select “Uninstall a Program.” This displays a list of all programs installed on your system.

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    Step 45: Click on each program you don’t use or recognize and select “Uninstall.” This removes the program from your system.

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