Dalchina, you're a star! I wasn't too worried that I wasn't seeing all 6GB, as 4GB is still an improvement, but the link is a great read and makes perfect sense!

I'm not sure if I can move to 64...

I have ordered 8GB of RAM, which I will put in before doing any new install

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Today, I showed what a novice I am - I received the 8Gb of RAM I ordered from ebay. I made sure...

So, decision now made.
I compared the spec of the two computers. Mine is the older of the two, but has a faster processor. The second machine (My late father's) had more RAM, but (This will give...

I've taken the decision to do a clean install tomorrow and see how it goes. I have another machine, which is a little newer. It was my late fathers and currently has no OS on it. I have no idea of...

Thank you

I was looking for a more simple fix, which will give minor improvements. I think if I do get the the point where I feel a clean install is required, I will invest in a new machine...

Unfortunately, this is an old computer I have started up after several years. I don’t have either the original Windows disk or the manual. A new computer may be an option, but I am looking to see if...

I have attached the screenshots below. The first one is AFTER ( I don't seem to be able to reorganise them)

I have also attached a screenshot of running services (Taken before the clean boot). I...

First of all, thanks for the reply

The first point you raised, regarding available space on the C drive. I am showing 135GB free

Task manager - Disk seems to be very up and down. When I looked...

I am not very tech savvy, so I apologise for not knowing much about this.

I recently fired up an old PC that I haven't used for a while. It is running very slow and I am trying various things to...

Hi. I'm Buzz. I am 51. I have a basic knowledge of computers, but nothing too technical.

A little about me... I work in the aerospace industry as a sales account lead. My hobbies are ice hockey...