Computer optimization program. Mini-programs for your computer or laptop

It's not uncommon for problems in games to show up over time and literally pop up out of nowhere. It happens otherwise - the braking of the computer manifests itself even at the beginning, immediately after installing any application. There are reasons for everything, but both of these cases have one thing in common - they interfere with the enjoyment of the user of Windows 7. To eliminate this, you can try to increase the performance of the PC.

Why games slow down on Windows 7

First, the user needs to pay attention to the settings of the game itself, in particular, graphics. The thing is that players are trying to install and play such games, the system requirements of which do not meet technical specifications devices. This is the simplest and most obvious problem that every PC or laptop owner can face. You can easily fix this problem - change the graphic settings of the application you are using, set all values ​​to a minimum.

Often, PC and laptop users simply forget to follow the updates of video card drivers and other system components, which, of course, negatively affects the optimization of the computer as a whole and leads to problems in games.

Notebook users, unlike those people who sit at personal computers, may experience problems associated with excessive heating of the device. For laptops, this is very important, since most often they are not operated in the way they should be. Surely it is unlikely that if you have such a device, then you will put it on the table and sit at it in the same way as at a stationary PC. You'll likely find yourself in a more comfortable position, such as lying on the couch or bed and placing your laptop on top of you. For most models of such devices, the cooling system is located at the bottom or on the side. This means that when working on various soft surfaces, the device can "absorb" dust in large quantities, and this is extremely harmful to the cooling system and, as a result, to the entire device.

Desktop computers can also overheat, but usually they have this due to other reasons - the high performance of the central processor and other components and the lack of an effective cooling system - a cooler that simply cannot physically generate all the heat coming from the CPU.

Optimizing your computer: how to increase performance

Optimization of the operating system in our time is available not only to highly qualified engineers, but also to absolutely ordinary users. It will allow you to achieve the best performance of the entire system as a whole and improve the performance of games both on a desktop computer and on a laptop.

Working with the system registry

The registry is present in every computer. This is a kind of database that contains various kinds of information about the configuration of a personal computer or laptop, the settings of the operating system used, and software settings. It is quite natural that a fragmented and cluttered system registry can cause errors in the computer, a significant deterioration in PC performance. Information is written to the system registry each time software is installed or removed, so there may be junk left over. You can find problems in the registry using special programs, in particular, CCleaner:

Remember that the registry of this operating system is subject to fragmentation, which is why computers on Windows 7 regularly deteriorate. System utilities, unfortunately, cannot work effectively with the system registry, so you will have to install additional program, For example, Auslogics Registry defrag.

Defragment and clean your hard drive

For the cleaning hard drive and its defragmentation you do not need any additional software. Everything can be done with traditional system Windows tools 7. To perform defragmentation, perform the following manipulations:

This procedure allows you not only to defragment to improve the performance and optimize the entire system, but also to change file system disk (usually NTFS is used).

The defragmentation time directly depends on the size of the selected disk, the amount of information on it and the degree of file fragmentation. Thus, the process can take from several minutes to several hours. It is advisable to stop using the computer at this time, as this will lead to a strong slowdown in the PC.

Cleaning and freeing up RAM to speed up processes

The number of running programs and applications significantly affect performance. All of them affect the computer's RAM, so before starting software that is demanding on system resources, you should close everything that you can.

First you need to close those programs that you currently do not need. As a rule, all active applications are displayed in the task manager. You can open it with a simple key combination Ctrl + Alt + Del or click on the taskbar from the bottom and select "Task Manager".

Launching the Task Manager

A window with a list of all running applications will immediately appear. Highlight the one that you do not currently need and click on the "End task" button.

We clean the RAM by disabling unnecessary applications

Of course, in addition to active and visible applications, other applications are also involved in the computer, working in the so-called background. All these programs can be seen in the same task manager if you go to the "Processes" tab.

Disable processes to free up memory

As a rule, some of them can have a significant impact on PC performance, its optimization, but remember that disabling unknown processes can lead to data loss or deterioration of the computer (especially if you end the system process). It is for this reason that it is advisable to disable only those processes that you know.

Visual Effects Optimization

Windows 7 has an updated GUI- Aero, which consumes an impressive amount of system resources. Accordingly, it can affect the optimization of the system, and disabling it will achieve the best performance. Problems with this interface usually occur only on weak computers and laptops that have an integrated or simply old video card. In all other cases, changing the visual effects will change almost nothing.

In order to reduce the consumption of system resources, it is not necessary to completely disable Aero. You can change some settings in a special menu:

So, here will be presented full list special visual effects. If you don't want to completely disable the Aero interface, you can only uncheck the following items: animated controls, fading, drop shadows, show shadows, show rectangular selection.

Turning off the visual effects of the interface

Disabling these options will optimize the system and leave a pleasant experience. appearance operating system interface. Of course, you can turn off other settings, but remember that in this case the effect will be much more noticeable.

BIOS setup

BIOS is an integrated environment designed to change the hardware settings of a computer. Using BIOS settings, you can achieve the best performance of your PC or laptop. Flashing the BIOS or changing parameters such as processor frequency, bus speed, etc. is not recommended, as you risk that your CPU will simply burn out. Therefore, we will consider the simplest, optimal, even for ordinary users, possibilities.

First, pay attention to the setting of the cooling system (depending on the BIOS version, the names of the items may change). For this:

Secondly, if your device has two video cards (integrated and discrete), then in the Advanced BIOS menu you can change the switchable graphics settings. To do this, select the VGA Mode SELECT item and indicate what you need in the list: dGPU Mode - the built-in video card is activated or Power Xpress Mode - the discrete video card is activated.

Switchable graphics settings in BIOS

Swap file setup

The paging file is a kind of addition to random access memory. We can say that this is virtual memory that the user can configure on their own. The paging file is taken from the hard disk of the size specified by the user. As you know, the transfer rate of a hard drive is much lower than that of RAM, so it’s impossible to say that the paging file can completely replace RAM, but it has a positive effect on overall optimization. To change and configure the paging file, you should:

A settings window will appear where you select the disk partition whose paging file you want to change, click on the "Specify size" button and set it. Keep in mind that the swap file, by its very nature, represents a specific area occupied on the hard drive. It is not recommended to set a large value, because the system will automatically place program data in this file, and access to it is much slower than to RAM, so performance may drop. The optimal size is approximately 30% of the amount of RAM. The last step is to click the "Set" button and restart the computer for the changes to take effect.

Video card setup

Performance degradation on Windows 7 can contribute to wrong setting graphics adapter. This problem is most relevant for laptops, as they have integrated and discrete graphics cards. It will not be a secret for anyone that modern manufacturers regularly release not only drivers, but also system settings for their products. For example, for Nvidia - Geforce Experience, and for ATI Radeon video cards - Catalyst Control Center. With this software, you can change many settings, including optimizing the device as a whole.

So, if you have a discrete and integrated video card, then you need to change the options in the software you are using. For Nvidia graphics cards:

In this way, you can configure any application, and now, after launching it, all work will be redirected to the video card that you specified.

For video cards from ATI Radeon, everything is a little different:

Thus, the system will automatically launch the most powerful graphics adapter after activating a certain application.

ReadyBoost function

Few people know, but in the operating room Windows system 7 provides the ability to use flash drives as additional device data caching. So users can significantly increase the speed of data read-write functions, respectively, optimize their computer or laptop, improve performance. You can activate ReadyBoost in the following way:

Everything is ready for use, a special file will be created on the flash drive, in which the information of programs and applications will be placed. Remember that the flash drive should never be pulled out, at least until you finish working with the computer.

Using additional software

Most of the above manipulations can be performed using special software. In addition, such programs often have additional functionality, advanced settings that allow you to optimize the system in the best possible way.

Razer Game Booster

Razer Game Booster is one of the most popular applications that provides a wide range of options for optimizing games and other programs installed on your computer. The utility is free and can be easily found on the Internet. To work, you will need to register on the developers' website, which will not be difficult for anyone, and then enter the program interface using your username and password.

The setting is done in a few clicks - just specify "Game Mode", after which system resources will be directed only to the game launched by the user:

Of course, everything would be fine, but the program works ideally only with powerful computers. Therefore, on older PCs, it is better to use other optimization utilities.

This program appeared a long time ago and received a good reputation. It is used everywhere, as it has a nice and clear interface, as well as all the necessary functionality to optimize the system. The program is distributed free of charge. Therefore, any user can easily find it on the network and download it. CCleaner allows you to analyze the system, including finding information that may be hidden in some applications. This information can be viewed after running the Cleanup function. Also, with the help of such a utility, you can scan the registry, which was mentioned a little earlier, respectively, this tab is selected. This program has few drawbacks, in fact, which is why many PC users resort to using it. Perhaps the only thing that can be noted here is the ability to delete important data from the registry, but even here the user will be promptly notified about the creation of a backup copy.

GameGain

GameGain- software, which allows you to get the most out of your computer or laptop. It has a very pleasant and understandable interface, a minimum of settings, which means that almost no one will have any difficulties in working with GameGain. This utility is also free and can be easily found on the net and downloaded. After launch, a window will appear in which you will be prompted to select operating system, as well as the processor type. As you enter this data, move the slider until you get the best performance. It should be said that the operation of the computer at the maximum “overclocking” parameters, and in the case of this program it will be exactly “overclocking”, leads to a decrease in the operating time of a computer or laptop. You risk that you can lose your "iron friend" ahead of time.

System Care

System Care is a program designed to clean the system files of the operating system from various garbage. Unfortunately, the program is paid, and it also does not have the ability to change the language, and for some Russian-speaking users this may be an obstacle. In addition, System Care has a rather complex interface, vaguely reminiscent of CCleaner, but unlike this program, users will have to figure out what and where is located here. Unfortunately, this program is of no use. It is distributed in a viral, fraudulent way, and after the first check of the computer, during which viruses and a huge amount of unnecessary rubbish are allegedly found, you are given the opportunity to buy it.

driver booster

Driver Booster is a program that automatically searches for the latest drivers for key elements of a personal computer or laptop. This utility will be useful to everyone, since you need to update drivers regularly, but each time looking for them for your model of components is a very boring task. This free software can be easily found on the Internet and installed on your computer. Driver Booster has a clear and simple interface, performs a quick and convenient check for updates, and does not require constant user control. Unfortunately, batch updating drivers with this utility is often very time consuming and requires you to reboot your system regularly. Nevertheless, it is a very convenient and good program.

What to do so that the games do not slow down again? How to keep the system in order?

In order for games to stop slowing down, you should regularly maintain your computer or laptop in good condition. Try to avoid setting multiple unnecessary programs, perform a complete cleanup of the system from software, and also do not forget about the system registry, in which even after deletion there may be residual files and data. To do this, use CCleaner and make it your "best friend". Once a month, defragment and analyze the system, then the games on your computer will stop slowing down.

Performing these operations will allow each user, regardless of the configuration of the personal computer, to optimize the operation of the device, improve performance both in online and single games. Regularly check for residual data, files and delete them, then the computer will work efficiently.

Good afternoon.

In order for Windows not to slow down, and to minimize the number of errors, from time to time it needs to be optimized, cleaned of "junk" files, and incorrect entries in the registry corrected. Of course, there are built-in utilities for these purposes in Windows, but their effectiveness leaves much to be desired.

Therefore, in this article I would like to consider the best programs for optimizing and cleaning Windows 7 (8, 10*). By regularly running these utilities and optimizing Windows, your computer will run faster.

1) Auslogics BoostSpeed

The main window of the program.

One of the best Windows optimization software. Moreover, what immediately captivates in it is simplicity, even at the first start, the program will immediately prompt you to scan Windows and fix errors in the system. In addition, the program is fully translated into Russian.

BoostSpeed ​​scans the system in several directions at once:

Registry errors (over time, a large number of incorrect entries may accumulate in the registry. For example, you installed the program, then uninstalled it, but the entries in the registry remained. When a large number of such entries accumulate, Windows will start to slow down);

On useless files (various temporary files that are used by programs during installation and configuration);

On the wrong labels;

On fragmented files (article about).

Also, the BootSpeed ​​complex includes several more interesting utilities: cleaning the registry, freeing up space on the hard drive, setting up the Internet, controlling software, etc.

2) TuneUp Utilities

This is not even just a program, but a whole range of utilities and programs for PC maintenance: optimizing Windows, cleaning it, troubleshooting and bugs, setting up various functions. All the same, the program does not just take high marks in various tests.

What TuneUp Utilities can do:

• clean disks from various "garbage": temporary files, program cache, invalid shortcuts, etc.;
• optimize the system registry from erroneous and incorrect entries;
• will help configure and manage Windows startup (and startup greatly affects the speed of turning on and loading Windows);
• delete confidential and personal files so that no program and no “hacker” can restore them;
• change the appearance of Windows beyond recognition;
• optimize RAM and much more ...

In general, for those who are not satisfied with BootSpeed, TuneUp Utilities is recommended as an analogue and a good alternative. In any case, at least one program of this kind should be regularly run when actively working in Windows.

Cleaning the registry in CCleaner.

Quite a small utility with great features! During its work, CCleaner finds and removes most of the temporary files on the computer. Temporary files include: Cookies, browsing history, files in the trash, etc. You can also optimize and clean the system registry from old DLLs and non-existent paths (remaining after installation and removal of various applications).

By regularly running CCleaner, you will not only free up space on your hard drive, but also make working on your PC more comfortable and faster. Despite the fact that according to some tests the program loses to the first two, it is trusted by thousands of users around the world.

4) Reg Organizer

One of the best registry maintenance software. Despite the fact that many Windows optimization complexes have built-in registry cleaners, they cannot compare with this program ...

Reg Organizer works in all popular Windows today: XP, Vista, 7, 8. It allows you to remove all incorrect information from the registry, remove the “tails” of programs that have not been on your PC for a long time, compress the registry, thereby increasing the speed of work.

5) Advanced System Care Pro

A very, very good program for optimizing and cleaning Windows. By the way, it works in all popular versions: Windowx Xp, 7, 8, Vista (32/64 bits). The program has a pretty good arsenal:

Detection and removal of spyware from the computer;

- "repair" of the registry: cleaning, fixing errors, etc., compression.

Cleaning up confidential information;

Removing junk, temporary files;

Automatic setting of settings for the maximum speed of the Internet connection;

Correction of shortcuts, removal of non-existent ones;

Disk defragmentation and system registry;

Set automatic settings for optimizing Windows and much more.

6) Revo Uninstaller

This relatively small utility will help you remove all unwanted programs from your computer. Moreover, it can do this in several ways: first, try to automatically remove the most removed program through the installer, if it doesn’t work out, there is a built-in forced mode in which Revo Uninstaller will automatically remove all the “tails” of the program from the system.

Peculiarities:
- Easy and correct uninstallation of applications (without "tails");
- Ability to view all applications that are installed in Windows;
- New "Hunter" mode - will help to uninstall all, even secretive, applications;
- Support for the "Drag&Drop" method;
- View and manage Windows auto-boot;
- Removing temporary and junk files from the system;
- Clearing history in browsers Internet Explorer, Firefox, Opera and Netscape;
- And much more…

Utility bundle options for full Windows maintenance:

1) Maximum

BootSpeed ​​(for cleaning and optimizing Windows, speeding up PC startup, etc.), Reg Organizer (for completely optimizing the registry), Revo Uninstaller (for the “correct” removal of applications so that there are no “tails” left in the system and it does not have to be constantly clean).

2) Optimal

TuneUp Utilities + Revo Uninstaller (optimization and Windows acceleration+ "correct" removal of programs and applications from the system).

3) Minimum

Advanced SystemCare Pro or BootSpeed ​​or TuneUp Utilities (for cleaning and optimizing Windows from time to time, when instability, brakes, etc. appear).

That's all for today. All the best and fast work Windows ...

Computer Accelerator is a program for optimizing the performance of computers and laptops on the Windows 7, 8 and 10 operating system.

The utility is completely safe to use and 100% compatible with all versions and bitness of modern operating systems. The application is able to find and eliminate all junk files in just a couple of minutes and increase productivity home computer or work laptop several times.

Main advantages:

• Stylish Russian-language interface.
• Search for junk files and optimize the registry.
• Setting up startup and uninstalling programs.
• Finding and eliminating duplicate and big data.
• Convenient built-in scheduler.

Download Accelerator for Windows computer 7, 8 and 10 are possible free of charge from the official site using the link below to the site immediately after the description.

Principle of operation.
Immediately after launching Computer Accelerator, you can conduct a global system scan and eliminate all errors and junk files in one click. If desired, the check can be performed in stages, switching between the tabs presented on the main working panel.

The main features of the "Computer Accelerator".
In the "Cleanup" menu, configure and run a scan for unnecessary files. After the search is completed, the program will present a report on all found objects. You can delete all unnecessary temporary files, memory dump items, garbage in the trash, as well as clear the cache, cookies, passwords, logs and auto-fill forms in any browsers installed on your PC.

In the "Registry" tab, the software will offer to optimize the corresponding section. To get started, mark the types of errors that the program needs to look for: missing DLLs, installer errors, type libraries, and so on. and start scanning.

The "Startup" window will allow you to get acquainted with the list of programs that start work automatically when Windows starts. Disable apps you don't need every time you work. This will make your PC start up faster and improve its performance.

Under the "Tools" button, several useful functions for cleaning your PC are hidden at once. For example, here you can instruct the software to find duplicates and large objects, and then delete them. This will free up space on your hard drive to save really useful files. Also in the "Tools" tab, you can find out detailed information about the system and remove all unnecessary programs.

Automatic checks of PC status - saving you time.
Do you constantly forget to remove unnecessary junk from your PC? Use the "Scheduler" function built into the program. By going to this menu, you can enable automatic system checks for junk files and registry errors. Set the frequency of scans, mark the types of data that need to be eliminated and be sure that Computer Accelerator will perfectly cope with the task.

It is possible to download the Computer Accelerator with a wired key for free using the official link to the site below, presented after the characteristics.

Every year more and more new games are released with cool graphics, super effects and thousands of fans. But not everyone can upgrade the computer every time for the sake of a new toy. But you really want the long-awaited game novelty not to slow down, so that you can play at maximum settings with fancy and colorful effects, completely immersing yourself in the gameplay with incredible graphics.

In the case described above, the so-called programs for gamers can help - software for overclocking a computer, namely video cards, processors, and in general for optimizing the system. These utilities find a rational approach to partitioning the resources of the computer, and some even allow you to emulate a more powerful video card, so you can run some games that did not want to work before.

In addition, gamers and everyone else can use programs that provide information about computer resources. With the help of them, you can find out almost all the information about the installed components: model motherboard, RAM modules, processor and many other hardware parameters, including software ones.

Typically, computer overclocking programs increase its performance by increasing the clock frequency of the central and graphic processors and increasing the supply voltage. This should be treated with caution, because with an increase in the capacity of a stationary machine or laptop, the temperature of many elements rises. Therefore, the main thing here is not to overdo it and be sure that your power supply or cooling system will cope with the load, because it is possible to fix a laptop or computer, but it takes your time and money.

You can do without using programs to overclock your computer by changing the settings in the BIOS of the motherboard and video card. But if you have never encountered this, then it is better to neglect this method. Due to the complexity of this method, we will not dwell on it, but will proceed directly to the description of programs for gamers and overclocking a computer.

In addition to the main function of overclocking computer components, optimizer programs may contain various tools to improve the performance of the operating system by freeing up memory, defragmenting hard drives, disabling unnecessary during the game, smoothing Windows fonts, all kinds of widgets, etc. Thanks to this optimization, all computer resources will be directed to the operation and performance of the necessary application, in our case, to the game.

Razer Game Booster

Razer Game Booster - Powerful free program to optimize the operation of the operating system and increase the speed of the computer. The increase in game performance is achieved through temporary optimization of the OS, namely, defragmentation of RAM, closing background processes that are unnecessary during the game, DirectX diagnostics and other processes.

This program for overclocking a computer does not climb into the registry, does not speed up the hardware and does not change Windows settings. "What does she do then?" - you ask. When you are about to play the long-awaited game, you must first launch Game Booster and the utility will clear the system of unnecessary slowing baggage with a flick of the wrist. At the end of the program, everything will return to its place.

The program interface is quite simple and clear. For the lazy, Razer Game Booster has a great button that will auto-optimize and won't force you to choose optimization settings yourself. With just one click, your computer will be completely ready for the game, and if you wish, you can configure everything yourself.

If you need to overclock your computer, then you should download Razer Game Booster.

game fire

Modern games are quite demanding on system resources, and if a significant expenditure of resources on the operating system is added to this, then the game can only work at low settings, or even not work at all. The Game Fire program will help partially solve this problem.

By disabling running Windows services and visual effects that are unnecessary for the game, it optimizes the system for games. Thanks to this optimization program, the system will not devour precious resources and all of them will be directed only to the game. The utility is easy to learn, contains an automatic shutdown by default. You can also manually specify which process you would like to disable.

You can download Game Fire for free.

RivaTuner

RivaTuner is perhaps one of the most popular utilities for overclocking and testing the performance of video cards from NVIDIA and AMD. It allows you to overclock the video card directly through the hardware or through the driver and fine-tune its operation.

Of all the available functions, the following can be distinguished:

• work with Direct3D and OpenGL parameters of the video card driver,
• setting video modes and screen refresh rate,
• adjusting brightness, contrast and gamma,
• control fan settings on the video card,
• setting the core frequency, memory and shader unit,
• providing a report on the characteristics of the video card, drivers, etc.,
• monitoring temperature, voltage of the video card and cooling system.

The program has the ability to create profiles for launching each application, there is a built-in driver settings database and a tool for editing the Windows registry.

The RivaTuner utility, first of all, will be useful for owners of GeForce video cards, while owners of ATI video cards are forced to use a program with limited functions.

You can download RivaTuner absolutely free of charge and customize your video card to your heart's content.

EVGA Precision X

EVGA Precision X is a very handy overclocking software for NVIDIA based graphics cards. Unlike RivaTuner, this program is not overloaded with various settings and can be used as its simplified alternative.

Despite its light weight and simplicity, it can still be a powerful tool for overclocking video cards. Among the functions of the utility for optimizing the operation of the video card, the following can be noted:

• memory, core and shader frequency control,
• fan control in automatic and manual mode,
• creation of profiles up to 10 pieces with assignment of hot keys for each,
• viewing the temperature in the tray, creating screenshots of the game and much more.

EVGA Precision X is a free overclocking tool for your graphics card.

The EVGA Precision X download is available for Windows computers only.

3D Analysis

3D-Analyze is not updated for a long time, but a very useful program that is designed to run new games and applications on old video cards.

The program is able to emulate the settings and parameters of new video cards (for example, support for pixel shaders), or completely “pretends” to be a specific video card model. The utility does not require installation.

For performance new game you need to run the 3D-Analyze program, select the executable file of the game (usually with the extension exe or bat) and try to set desired settings in the program window.

Subsequently, the set settings will not have to be set again, since the program changes the original game file.

By the way, if you are not satisfied with any specific settings, you can again use this program to set the optimal characteristics.

power strip

PowerStrip is one of the most popular programs that allows you to work with video mode and video cards. The program supports almost any video card and can significantly increase their performance.

With its help, you can switch the screen resolution, change the color palette, contrast, brightness, flicker frequency, etc. In addition, you can assign individual settings to different programs and assign hotkeys to change various parameters.

Download PowerStrip - a program for optimizing work with video cards.

We draw your attention once again, incorrect work with overclocking a computer and, in particular, video cards can lead to a sad outcome. Therefore, try to do without excessive overload of computer components.