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Tips for Taking Care of Your Files

The files within your PC are a lot like the appliances in your house: the more you use them, the more they need attention–-such as cleaning, wiping, and organizing. Luckily, System Mechanic does the work for your files so your PC stays clean and fast.

My Windows 10 Upgrade Erased My Files – What Now?

Because many users are upgrading to Windows® 10 from Windows 7, and not the more recent Windows 8.1, there have been reports of “installation gone wrong”-namely, the Windows operating system seemingly “eating” user files.

How to Improve My Internet Speed Quickly

There is nothing more frustrating than less than stellar internet speeds. While the root cause may reside with your internet service provider, more often than not, internet speeds take a hit due to controllable factors at home. Optimizing internet speed quickly might be easier than you think. The tips below are simple, yet effective. Before making a costly fix or calling a technician to help, try these solutions out.

Why System Mechanic is the Ultimate PC Mechanic

Over the years, System Mechanic has maintained a solid reputation. This is confirmed by several review websites (PC Mag, Tech Radar, etc.) that compare all three System Mechanic® versions to other options on the market. Below are some highlights as to what we offer compared to the competition. You’ll see that when shopping around, System Mechanic stands out.

What is Spam and How Do I Stop It?

Nobody likes spam, the digital version of junk mail. Just as no one particularly cares for unsolicited envelopes and flyers in their traditional mailbox, the digital form is no less irritating. Deleting one or two spam emails might not be that big of a deal, but what about handling countless amounts of spam every single day? In this article, we look at what spam is and the best ways to reduce and even stop spam from wasting your time.

Why is My PC Slow?

There are few things worse than having to deal with a computer that has slowed down significantly. It can impact productivity and frustrate users to the point of constant fretting. The good news is, there are many different ways to restore a computer that has slowed down to the point of frustration. By knowing what to look for and how to make improvements in a timely manner, users can get their computer back on track.

The Truth About Your PC’s Factory Settings: One Size Fits None

Even a brand new, state-of-the-art computer was built for no one in particular. Windows comes installed on your PC in average (“Balanced”) power mode. This means your computer arrived trying to perform a balancing act between users who want to save power and those who want raw speed. The result is your new PC is constrained by a mediocre system power setting that is a detriment to overall PC responsiveness.

The Science Behind System Mechanic: Tune-up Definitions™

We’re asked every day by ecstatic customers who have made the switch from another product: “How is System Mechanic able to find more problems, resolve more errors, and keep my PC running so much faster than the other products I’ve tried?”

How to Use Virtual Desktops in Windows 10

PC users familiar with pressing Tab plus the Windows key (hereafter depicted as “Win”) to conveniently scroll through all currently-open windows will most likely warm quickly to the idea of virtual desktops. New in Windows 10, virtual desktops are a great way to organize various multitasks.

9 Tips for Safe Online Shopping in 2021

Online shopping has heavily changed the behavior of consumers in recent years. Whether it means getting the best price on the latest software or purchasing the perfect pair of shoes, online shopping gives us access to products, services, and special deals that might be unavailable to us otherwise.