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How Do I Adjust Virtual Memory Settings?

Available virtual memory is controlled by a setting you can adjust. If you're constantly running low, you should look at what you're running. How Do I Adjust Virtual Memory Settings? from Ask Leo!. Get...

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How Do I Use an “Unallocated Space” Partition?

Unallocated space in a hard disk partition won't be used. I'll look at the two common ways to make unallocated space usable. How Do I Use an “Unallocated Space” Partition? from Ask Leo!. Get the...

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Why Do I Have Constant Disk Activity in Windows?

Unexplained disk activity is easy to identify with the right tools. We'll use Process Monitor. Why Do I Have Constant Disk Activity in Windows? from Ask Leo!. Get the Confident Computing weekly...

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10 Ways to Make Windows 10 and 11 Faster

Computers slow down for many reasons. I'll review some of the steps you can take to speed yours up again. 10 Ways to Make Windows 10 and 11 Faster from Ask Leo!. Get the Confident Computing weekly...

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Does What’s on My Desktop Affect My Computer’s Speed?

A cluttered desktop doesn't slow down your computer in and of itself, but could be a symptom of deeper problems. Does What’s on My Desktop Affect My Computer’s Speed? from Ask Leo!. Get the Confident...

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100% Disk Usage in Windows: 12 Things to Try

100% disk usage can happen for many different reasons. I'll review the most common and give you recommendations for each. 100% Disk Usage in Windows: 12 Things to Try from Ask Leo!. Get the Confident...

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Can I Tell If Someone Has Copied My Files?

For all practical purposes, it's impossible to tell if someone has copied your files after the fact. Can I Tell If Someone Has Copied My Files? from Ask Leo!. Get the Confident Computing weekly...

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Why Are There Duplicate Files on My Computer?

Duplicate files on your computer can happen for many reasons, most of which are legitimate. Think twice about deleting duplicate files. Why Are There Duplicate Files on My Computer? from Ask Leo!. Get...

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Why Are There So Many Temporary Files in Windows?

Temp files can pile up. Why is that, and do you need to worry about them? Why Are There So Many Temporary Files in Windows? from Ask Leo!. Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter:...

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Why Programs Might Use All the Memory in Your Computer

Programs typically don't use all available memory unless they need it or they have a problem. Why Programs Might Use All the Memory in Your Computer from Ask Leo!. Get the Confident Computing weekly...

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