Introduction
Has your laptop become sluggishly slow lately? From work to browsing and participating in virtual meetings, a slow laptop can kill your productivity, not to mention your nerves. But take heart — for the most part, the problem is solvable.
At 971 Fixing, we have assisted 100’s of laptop users in Dubai to optimise their laptops and get them back to how they used to be. We will go through the most prevalent causes of a sluggish laptop and how to remedy them.
Too Many Startup Programs
If it feels like your laptop takes forrreeevvvver to boot up, it may be that you have too many apps launching at startup. These needless background processes eat up your RAM and lead to a sluggish system.
Fix: Turn off unnecessary startup programs via Task Manager (Windows) or System Preferences (Mac).
Low RAM or Memory Usage Overload
If you are multitasking with a lot of browser tabs, Zoom, Excel, and other applications, your laptop could just be short on memory.
Add more RAM or shut down unused programs. We can assist with determining the proper RAM size for your needs.
Failing or Overloaded Hard Drive
Old hard drives, particularly HDDs, become sluggish when they get full or begin to fail. You might also notice clicking sounds or long loads.
Solution: Update with an SSD (Solid State Drive) for a whopping speed increase—a service we can perform at 971 Fixing.
Overheating and Dust Build-Up
If the laptop overheats fast and the fan is noisy, dust could be obstructing ventilation. Overheating makes your processor run slower to prevent damage.
Solution: Periodic internal maintenance and thermal paste renewal—our engineers do it professionally and safely.
Old Software and Drivers
Using old operating systems or drivers may clash with newer software and lead to sluggishness or system crashes.
Repair: Keep your OS, antivirus, and drivers up to date. We also provide tune-up for Windows and macOS laptops.
Virus or Malware Infections
An unseen virus can consume processing power, steal your information, and make your laptop terribly slow.
Repair: Scan your laptop fully with antivirus or drop by our place for expert virus cleaning and protection setup.
Background Syncing Services
Apps such as Dropbox, OneDrive, or Google Drive can background-sync giant files and consume RAM and bandwidth.
Solution: Temporarily suspend syncing when not required or restrict it to selective folders.
A slow computer is not always the signal to replace it. With proper diagnosis and maintenance, you can revive it. At 971 Fixing, we provide expert-level laptop speed enhancement, RAM/SSD upgrade, and complete hardware maintenance with free pick and drop and a 3-month guarantee in Dubai.
Let’s Speed It Up!
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