Tips and Tricks

Tips to keep your computer running at top efficiency.  As time goes by we will add more and more info to this section of the site.  Here are a few to get you started.

  File Cleanup

Cleaning up old files on you computer is one of the best ways to keep it running in top form!  Follow the steps below and get rid of the unnecessary files on your computer!

• Click on Start
• Mouse over all programs
• Mouse over Accessories
• Mouse over System Tools
• Click on Disk Cleanup

• Click on OK
• The following window will show the progress of finding files you can safely delete from your computer.  This process will take 2-4 minutes depending on your computer.

• When the scan is complete, you will see the selection window

• Check the following boxes:
  • Downloaded Program Files
  • Temporary Internet Files
  • Recycle Bin
  • Setup Log Files
  • Temporary Files
• Click on OK
• This window will show the progress of deleting files

• When you have finished, the window will close itself
• Do this about once every 3-4 months to keep your computer running at it's best.

Disclaimer:  Poway Computer Repair is in no way responsible for any files deleted.  This tip is provided for informational purposes only and shows how to use Microsoft's ^TM Disk Cleanup Tool.