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pc running too slow - this is a new thing.

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loading programs is slow. I recently allowed installation of Avast, but just now removed the program - will see if that helps, but do you have any tips? Does my pc need a defrag?

loading programs is slow. I recently allowed installation of Avast, but just now removed the program - will see if that helps, but do you have any tips? Does my pc need a defrag?

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Running the computers diagnostic programs can help find issues.

http://www.updatexp.com/scannow-sfc.html


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Installed Plug-ins

MindSpark Toolbar Platform Plugin Stub for 32-bit Windows Mindspark Toolbar Platform Plugin Stub for 32-bit Windows
Having more than one version of a program may cause issues. You must remove the older programs. Then get the current full installer.

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Chosen Solution

Running the computers diagnostic programs can help find issues.

http://www.updatexp.com/scannow-sfc.html


Separate Issue; Your System Details shows;

Installed Plug-ins

MindSpark Toolbar Platform Plugin Stub for 32-bit Windows Mindspark Toolbar Platform Plugin Stub for 32-bit Windows
Having more than one version of a program may cause issues. You must remove the older programs. Then get the current full installer.

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Strongly recommend you remove the troublesome MindSpark altogether. Google for information and removal advice.

Do you use MindSpark for anything? Do you know where you got it?

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Have you made any progress?