What are some ways that I can make my computer run faster? What is the difference between RAM and ROM?

Question

What are some ways that I can make my computer run faster? What is the difference between RAM and ROM?

Answer 1

Using a registry cleaner can clean up your computer and then make your computer faster,Why?the reason is that there may be some regsitry errors and remnant,corrupt files and temp files in your computer to cause "computer slow".

Everytime you install and uninstall software on your computer and surfing online you create junk in the computer registry.over time, the registry can grow to enormous proportions, especially if the various programs you've installed do not do a good job of deleting and/or updating it's Registry entries.You need to scan and clean your computer with registry cleaner to make it fast.Good Regisry Cleaner will improve your computer and Internet performance dramatically!

There are some comparison and review of TOP 5 registry cleaners.

http://www.make-pc-fast.info/

You can download and scan your computer for free.

Answer 2

RAM (random access memory) is what makes your computer faster. RAM is used as a short term, volatile memory used by running applications on your computer.



The more RAM your PC has, the more programs it can run at the same time without having to resort to using memory from your hard drive (which is slower than RAM).



A typical PC today has at least 1 to 2 gigabytes of RAM. 2 gb is the recommended minimum for most computers.



ROM refers to Read Only Memory- a general term that refers to memory that can't be modified; thus it can only be 'read'. A typical user does not need to worry about ROM since it is built into the system and can't be replaced.



In terms of upgrading your computer for speed you only need to consider RAM. If you are running WinXP, 1 gb of ram is sufficient, and 2 GB if you are running Vista.



If your computer is slow, there could be two things:

1. Not enough RAM is installed in your PC, or the CPU (the brain of your PC) is slow. RAM is relatively cheap to upgrade, while the CPU itself can be expensive. It is not common for people to upgrade the CPU, since it is cheaper in the long run to just purchase a new PC.



2. There are too many programs running in the background. This can be fixed by either closing the programs you don't use, uninstalling them, or by forcefully deleting them (programs that run without your knowledge, or do harmful things do your PC are called viruses or malware) by using Antivirus software or antispyware. Examples include Avast, Norton, Lavasoft Ad-aware etc.

Answer 3

In short the ROM is what makes the computer boot and the RAM is the place where it puts data at hand for faster access while working with it. To make a pc faster, add ram, defrag the hard disk, peform a disk clean up and remove usless stuff from it.

Answer 4

not uncomplicated stress is the actual stress that holds all of your stuff. this is a hardware component interior your case/tower. RAM is "random get admission to memory" that is largely the important source of speed on your device. this is likewise a hardware component interior your case/tower, and there could be numerous RAM playing cards in a unmarried case. ROM is ... won't be able to ever keep in mind what it stands for, although this is both the stress that you position CD's into, and/or the stress you position DVD's into, those that you push a button and a touch tray slides out so as that you'll positioned a disc into. A ROM stress is likewise a hardware component that is considered inner because the middle of it are put in interior your tower with an get admission to door on the exterior. digital memory is a community of your not uncomplicated stress that abode windows makes use of as if it were RAM. it isn't even on the point of as sturdy as actual RAM even though it may be sensible somewhat if you're having speed topics. this is cautioned that your maximum digital memory settings shouldn't in any respect be higher than 3 cases your actual digital RAM. ROM isn't hardware yet is an OS placing that you'll get admission to by your device gadget manager. desire this helps.

Answer 5

To speed up your computer you could



>Run a virus scan

>Defragment the Disk (Accessories\System Tools) in Start Menu

>Uninstall old applications that you may no longer use,

>Delete old files that you may no longer use

>Increase you RAM



Random access memory (usually known by its acronym, RAM) is a type of computer data storage. It today takes the form of integrated circuits that allow the stored data to be accessed in any order, i.e. at random. The word random thus refers to the fact that any piece of data can be returned in a constant time, regardless of its physical location and whether or not it is related to the previous piece of data.



This contrasts with storage mechanisms such as tapes, magnetic discs and optical discs, which rely on the physical movement of the recording medium or a reading head. In these devices, the movement takes longer than the data transfer, and the retrieval time varies depending on the physical location of the next item.



The word RAM is mostly associated with volatile types of memory (such as DRAM memory modules), where the information is lost when power is switched off. However, many other types of memory are RAM as well (i.e. Random Access Memory), including most types of ROM and a kind of flash memory called NOR-Flash.



Read-only memory (usually known by its acronym, ROM) is a class of storage media used in computers and other electronic devices. Because data stored in ROM cannot be modified (at least not very quickly or easily), it is mainly used to distribute firmware (software that is very closely tied to specific hardware, and unlikely to require frequent updates).



Modern semiconductor ROM chips are not immediately distinguishable from similar chips like RAM modules, except by the part numbers printed on the package.



In its strictest sense, ROM refers only to mask ROM (the oldest type of solid state ROM), which is fabricated with the desired data permanently stored in it, and thus can never be modified. However, more modern types such as EPROM and flash EEPROM can be erased and re-programmed multiple times; they are still described as "read-only memory" because the reprogramming process is generally infrequent, comparatively slow, and often does not permit random access writes to individual memory locations, which are possible when reading a ROM. Despite the simplicity of mask ROM, economies of scale and field-programmability often make reprogrammable technologies more flexible and inexpensive, so that mask ROM is rarely used in new products as of 2007

Answer 6

Have a look at these articles as a couple of suggestions:-



“Speed up your PC with more Memory”

http://clickdigitalproducts.com/technology/help-in-a-digital-world/speed-up-your-pc-with-more-memory.html



“What is the Computer Registry and how should I maintain it?”

http://clickdigitalproducts.com/featured/software/computer-registry-repair-software.html

Answer 7

Check http://www.pcoptimizerprodownload.com

With pc optimizer pro you can safely clean, repair and optimize your computer.

It will help improve your system performance.

Good luck!

Answer 8

yep add some RAM !!!



Rom is READ ONLY MEMORY meaning you can only read stuff and don't Write

Answer 9

http://www.howtodothings.com/computers/a3415-how-to-make-your-computer-faster.html

read this

Answer 10

SPEED



there are a LOT of reasons that computers become slow over time.

1] not enuff memory [ R.A.M. ]

2] too many programs/apps loading at the same time

3] spyware

4] large temp file folder

5] large prefetch folder

6] dirty,dust filled cabinet

7] delete old restore points



1] Memory:

todays computers now need at least a GIGabyte of memory to stay up to speed. 258 or 512 just can't cut the mustard anymore,so upgrade/increase your memory card.



2] Start up programs:

having a lot of programs loading with windows drops boot up speed and hogs memory use running in the background. best to have only those programs up and running that are absolutely needed at boot up time.

press the WINDOWS [ one with the 4 part flag ] and the letter R.

enter:

msconfig

select start up tab

uncheck ONLY those programs YOU added to your computer that you DON'T need to load till you want them to use.

this will mean a few SECONDS of extra time waiting for those programs to load for you but will save precious time when booting up your computer and PLUS,won't be running in the background,using up precious memory reserves,slowing up your computer in other areas.



note:

you will get a "******" that reminds you that you have made changes to msconfig. choose never show again and you'll not be bothered with this pop up again.



3] Spyware:

spyware are tracking cookies that track your every move over the internet and can steal passwords,usernames and other important data.

in both XP & Vista:

start--control panel--internet options--privacy--advanced--override

accept 1st party cookies

BLOCK 3rd party [ tracking ] cookies.

allow session cookies or not,no big deal there. if you choose allow,all cookies will be deleted at the end of session [ close of browser ]



download and install:

Spyware Blaster--AVG anti-spyware--AVG anti rootkit--Arovax Shield [ set for protect I.E. or Firefox or Opera if you use these other web browsers ]

for Spyware Blaster and Arovax,only check the browser you are using,uncheck the others or you get a pop up reminder telling you that those other browsers can't be found,lol.

AVG [ both ] can be run in minimized state as they take a bit of time to complete their runs.



4 + 5 ] Bloat:

your computer stores a temp file in both the temp and prefetch folders,every time you open/use anything!

this was MEANT to improve the speed of "fetching" those same sites/apps/folders,ect for us.

it DOESN'T help at all!

all it does is hog up memory resources better used elsewhere!

at least once a week i clean out both of those folders.

XP & Vista:

start--control panel--local disk drive [ Vista/O.S. {C} ]--windows--

prefetch:

click view--click select all--press delete key on keyboard

temp:

click view--click select all--press delete key on keyboard

note:

you cannot delete today's temp files. you will get a pop up telling you unable to delete,select skip



6] How about overheating?

Clean all the vents on your computer with an air duster (can of compressed air).

If a laptop, operate it on a hard surface so that air can flow freely around it.

For a desktop, ground yourself BEFORE opening the cabinet [ tower ], open it up and clean inside with the air duster.



7] Delete Restore Points



start

control panel

performance & tools

click disk clean

click O.S. [ c ]

select more options

select system restore and shadow copies

select clean up

click ok each time asked to delete old restore points

this will leave you with only the latest restore point



Ccleaner:

this download will clean up all the dead weight in your computer.

click the options tab--click cookies tab:

select the cookies you want to keep and then click the cleaner tab at top left,then click run



RegSeeker:

this is a SAFE registry cleaner! used it forever. click clean registry,click autorun,done.



has a nice start up manager as well as a file remover for those files that are hard to delete and/or are installed without an uninstall remover file.



you can get each of my recommended downloads for FREE from here:

http://browseraddons.friendpages.com



Optimize for Speed

Eusing Free Registry Cleaner

One major cause of system slowdowns is a bloated Registry filled with out-of-date or bad entries. Your Registry gets junked up in many ways, notably when you uninstall a program that is ill-behaved and leaves traces of itself behind. As a result, one of the best ways to improve PC speed is to use a Registry cleaner or fixer. Plenty of for-pay fixers exist, but if you want just the basics, Eusing Free Registry Cleaner is a good bet. It scans your Registry for problems, reports on what it finds, and then fixes the problems you tell it to address. You can also restore your original Registry settings if the new ones cause problems themselves.

http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/file/fid,64953-order,1-page,1/description.html



AOLSpeed - [2002-01-24 | Freeware | 44 Kb | Win All | 28079 | 4.57 ]

Disables disk buffer flushing making AOL faster.

http://www.majorgeeks.com/AOLSpeed_d507.html





REGAIN DISK SPACE:



XP Home:

Disk Clean

start--all programs--accessories--system tools--disk clean

click disk clean

check everything that shows anything to delete

click delete

click delete & ok



Defrag:

start--all programs--accessories--system tools--disk defragmentation

click anylize and defrag if suggested



Recycle Bin:

right click recycle bin--select properties

check use 1 setting

un check display confirmation dialog box

move slider to either 0% or 3%

regain 10% to 13% disk drive



System Restore:

start--all programs--accessories--system tools--system restore



settings--drive (c)

slide to 3%

regain 10% disk drive



Vista:

Disk Clean:

once you find it,proceed as XP Home

start--control panel--performance,information & tools

click disk clean



Disk Defrag:

same place as Disk Clean but named...

advanced tools [ click to open ]

then same as XP Home



Recycle Bin:

same as XP Home



XP Home & Vista:



empty:

prefetch & temp folders



start==computer--disk drive (c)--windows



prefetch folder:

click file--choose select all

press delete key to delete



temp folder:

click file--choose select all

press delete key to delete

little different here,you can't delete TODAY'S temp files.

choose skip



do daily--weekly

your choice



VISTA



Disable programs/features that you do not need

To disable those features you do not require, do the following:



1. Go to the Start menu.

2. Click Control Panel.

3. Once you are in the Control Panel, click Classic View.

4. Now select Programs and Features.

5. Go ahead and choose Turn Windows Features on and off (bottom left).



Some of the features that can often be unselected include:



* Indexing Service

* Remote Differential Compression

* Tablet PC optional components

* Windows DFS Replication Service

* Windows Fax and Scan

* Windows Meeting Space



Windows Indexing Service works in the background. It indexes all the files in the Start menu, user profile holders, and files that have been setup for offline access. It does this by default. If there are many files on your system in the specified locations, and if the files keep changing often, the indexing service will slow down your system. Disabling this option speeds up the system by freeing the resources that are used to index the files.



Windows DFS Replication duplicates files for use among PCs in a network. It is not of much use on a laptop unless the laptop is accessing a network.



Remote Differential Compression (RDC) monitors changes in files so that they can be transferred over a network with minimum compression. This is done so as to eliminate the transfer of an entire file that has already been moved. This process of checking and rechecking slows down the system considerably.