When you delete a file or folder on your computer, it doesn’t completely disappear right away. Instead, it lingers in your system’s Recycle Bin, where it will remain until you permanently delete it ...

Antivirus programs can slow down your computer due to high memory usage, especially during full scans. Check if the antivirus is the cause of slowness by temporarily disabling it and monitoring ...

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It’s a new year, so it’s time to get organized and set yourself up for success. But If your computer seems like it’s been extra sluggish and crashing a lot lately, it’s time to take care of the ...

Here’s a scenario that we hear often: It’s a chore to use your computer, because whenever you turn on your PC, it feels so slow. But you don’t want to buy a new system—you only use yours infrequently ...

Struggling with slow internet on your computer can be seriously annoying. And, if you're one of the 42 percent of people who are working from home right now, sluggish internet can make the difference ...

Mary-Elisabeth is an associate writer on CNET's How-To team. She's a recent graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill's English Department, and resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. On the How-To team, she covers a ...