system running smoothly.

[tdc]

Hello again​

I have just ordered the Acer M421G 1TB

This is the first relatively serious computer system I have had. Upto know I have been using an old Acer TravelMate 290 which I have to say has done a very good job.​

I have all the security systems I need sorted out.​

Is there anything else I should consider to improve the system and keep it running smoothly. I have been talked out of any registry cleaners. I have been using Ccleaner on the laptop and seems to do a good job.​

Once again any useful tips much appreciated.

tdc

 

[Ian]

The trick to keeping a system running smoothly is not to install any apps that you don't need - especially ones that load stuff up each time you start up your PC.

Just make sure you've got a good anti-virus and anti-spyware solution and you're good to go . Just make sure you only use one anti-virus solution, as more than one can cause conflicts.

I'd also recommend making regular backups of your machine, should you need to recover any data.

Enjoy the new machine!

 

[muckshifter]

IMHO just install Microsoft Security Essentials it's free ... if you have any "problems" down the line, post on the forums, otherwise, enjoy your PC

 

[tdc]

Hello
thanks for the info. I have to admit that I did not know about MS essentials.
A couple of questions:
For the past few years I have been using Norman (not Norton) Security Suite which seems to have done a good job. I pay yearly for a new licence which covers 2 computers.
I was going to install Norman onto the new computer after removing what ever security system it came installed with.
Would this conflict with MS Essentials? Or would I run both systems side by side?

Thanks tdc

 

[Ian]

Installing any two AV suites on to the same PC has the potential to cause problems, so I'd stick with just one of them. Personally, I'd opt for MS Security Essentials as Norman AV doesn't tend to do well in AV testing (http://www.av-comparatives.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=139&Itemid=164).

 

[tdc]

Free!!

so to good to be true is still in existence

tdc

 

[Ian]

Yep, it's a great little AV solution from MS and free . I've been very surprised at how well it works.