Is your computer slow right now? Maybe there’s something you can do about that – right now.
The problem
Generally, the more apps you run at the same time, the more your computer slows down.
The solution
Find out how many programs you have open at any given time. You can quit programs you don’t need at the moment.
You can browse the dock (Mac) or toolbar (Windows) to do this, but I prefer a keyboard shortcut that both computer platforms offer.
On a Mac, hold down the Cmd key (Windows – Crtl), then press Tab. Icons pop up in a row in the middle of the screen showing all the apps your computer is currently running.
Stop on a given app and you switch to that application.
If your computer is running slowly, consider quitting apps you don’t need right now.
Want to try other things to help you speed up your computer? Consider these tips:
- Get rid of bloatware on your computer
- Clean off your desktop
- Quit applications that demand a lot of energy from your computer
What do you do to speed up your computer? Share any tips in the comments below.