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How should I change my computer's settings after I add memory to it?

I have an HP Compaq laptop using Windows XP. It is an older machine, but I like it very much.

I recently increased its memory from 500M to 2G. The computer detects the new memory, so I am confident that I installed it correctly, but I am a little disappointed because I am not noticing very much difference in the computer's performance.

What modifications, if any, can I make to my settings to take best advantage of the new memory and improve the computer's performance?

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    Lv 7
    9 years ago
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    Hello, Your computer may need general maintenance, this should help.

    Delete all unwanted files and free Disk Space. Make sure at least 15% of your disk place should be empty. The computer needs this space...

    Check for viruses and other malware, clean them if found. Scan you computer with up to date anti virus program.

    Clean fan with compressed air, and make sure it has air flow.

    Click start>Run.. Type msconfig>enter>Start Up. Uncheck the boxes for the programs that you think you may not use often

    Increase the RAM of your system. If you have vista or windows 7 you could use ram boost.

    Back up your data and make sure you have a set of recovery/reinstall disks in case your hard drive goes out...

     Down load and install this program it is free http://www.piriform.com/ccleaner this is a good cleaner...

    DISK CLEAN UP

    Start- accressories-system tools-disk clean up

    CLEAN COOKIES

    AND HISTORY

    Start-control panel-internet

    options-delete cookes-history

    CHECK DISK

    Start-my computer C drive-

    right click-properties-tools-check

    disk-error checking-it will start when

    your reboot or start the pc next time

    Good luck....

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