Computer Running Slow? 3 Things to Try Before You Panic
by Zach’s Computer Services
Is your computer running slow? Here’s how to speed up a sluggish Windows PC with three easy steps from Tampa Bay’s trusted IT support team—before you call for repair.
1️⃣ Check Memory & Programs When Your Computer Is Slow
- Open the Start menu
- Type Task Manager and press Enter
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In Task Manager, click the Memory column to sort by RAM usage.
End any apps or background processes using excessive memory. Too many open programs make a computer run slow.
2️⃣ Free Up Hard Drive Space to Speed Up a Slow Computer
- Open the Start menu, type Storage settings, and press Enter
- Click Temporary files under Storage
- Select files to delete (e.g., Recycle Bin, Downloads)
- Click Remove files and confirm.
- Close Settings when finished.
Tip: A nearly full drive can make even new PCs run slow. Try to keep at least 20% of your storage free.
3️⃣ Restart Your PC to Fix Slow Performance
- Open the Start menu
- Click the Power icon
- Select Restart
Restarting clears out memory leaks and frozen processes that make computers run slow.
Computer Still Running Slow?
Contact Zach’s Computer Services—your local PC repair experts for fast, friendly support.
- Phone: 813‑473‑2334
- Email: support@zachscomputerservices.com
- Web: zachscomputerservices.com
Serving Tampa, Lutz, Wesley Chapel, and all of Tampa Bay with honest, expert tech support.
FAQ: Computer Running Slow
- Why is my computer running slow?
Common causes are too many open programs, lack of memory, full hard drive, malware, or needing a restart. - Will upgrading RAM help a slow computer?
Yes—if your memory is maxed out, more RAM can speed things up. - Should I remove programs to fix a slow PC?
Uninstalling unused apps can help, especially ones that start automatically with Windows. - How do I know if my PC needs repair?
If it’s still slow after these steps, or you see error messages and crashes, call a pro.
