Performing these updates and running this software will keep your pc or apple computer clean, secure, and fast

*Disclaimer: Although the majority of users do not experience any problems while using this software, CompuTechs+ is not responsible for any problems or issues whatsoever by use, misuse, or any incidental or consequential damages by using this guide or software.

Step 1, Lets begin:

CCleaner (make by Piriform) is a system optimization, privacy and cleaning tool. It removed unused files from your system – Allowing Windows to run faster and freeing up hard disk space (in some cases, a lot of space).  It also cleans traces of your online activities such as your Internet history. The best part is that it’s fast.

How to use CCleaner

Once you have installed the program on your computer, close all internet windows (Please Bookmark CompuTechs+ Website so you can return to this tutorial!) and simply click on the ‘Run Cleaner’ button. This also deletes all files in the Recycle Bin. It will give you a pop-up stating that the program deletes files from your computer or laptop permanently and that you confirm you want to run the program. Depending on how long it has been since your temporary files, it may take some time to delete all the unnecessary junk on your computer. After a significant amount of data has been freed up, you should notice a small difference right away. Here is a list of what CCleaner cleans:

• Internet Explorer – Temporary files, history, cookies, autocomplete form history, index.dat
• Firefox – Temporary files, history, cookies, download history, form history
• Chrome – Temporary files, history, cookies, download history, form history
• Opera – Temporary files, history, cookies
• Safari – Temporary files, history, cookies, form history
• Windows – Recycle Bin, Recent Documents, Temporary files and Log files
• Registry cleaner – Advanced features to remove unused and old entries, including File Extensions, ActiveX Controls, ClassIDs, ProgIDs, Uninstallers, Shared DLLs, Fonts, Help Files, Application Paths, Icons, Invalid Shortcuts and more… also comes with a comprehensive backup feature
• Third-party applications – Removes temp files and recent file lists (MRUs) from many apps including Media Player, eMule, Kazaa, Google Toolbar, Netscape, Microsoft Office, Nero, Adobe Acrobat, WinRAR, WinAce, WinZip and many more…
• 100% Spyware FREE – Piriform’s CCleaner does NOT contain any Spyware, Adware or Viruses.

Move on to Step 2: speeding up your computer using Defraggler.

Unfortunately, when our computer repair technicians here in Chicago hear those words, it’s probably too late & a data recovery attempt must be made on the hard drive. So how do you perform an easy, automated data backup? It’s simple and best of all: FREE. Now, there is no excuse for not having backed up your data because it’s Chicago’s free automatic data recovery service.

CompuTechs+ of Chicago recommends Mozy remote data backups for a few reasons:

1. It’s safe. Your data is encrypted using 448-bit Blowfish encryption. (i.e. Your data is kept very private, only you will be able to view/restore it)
2. It’s remote. So your data is protected in case of a catastrophe. External hard drives are great, but what happens when a fire, flood, or accidental drop occurs? Chicago can be crazy sometimes.
3. It’s free. Do I really need to explain this? Free as in ‘no credit-card needed’ free.  The only ‘catch’ is that you are limited to 2GB of data backup, which is sufficient for a lot of the crucial items (such as documents, spreadsheets, powerpoint presentations and the like). For example, if you backed up only average-sized Microsoft Word Documents, lets say 50KB each, your free 2GB data backup would be able to store over 40,000 documents!
4. Automatic or Scheduled Data Backups: Have your backups performed while the computer is idle, or schedule a convenient time as well.
5. You decide what is backed up.  Backup your Desktop, My Documents, or everything. You make the call.

Lets start the CompuTechs+ of Chicago auto-data-backup process. What kind of computer do you have? Click below:

PC Data BackupsApple Data Backups

Now, before we begin, you must make a decision. If you need more than 2GB of backup space, no worries. Mozy Home Edition as well, and it’s CHEAP. How much? $5 per month. That’s it for Unlimited Data Backups. Please keep in mind that while this service is unlimited, the backup will be limited by your high-speed internet connection’s upload speed. CompuTechs+ would recommend that you backup everything except for downloaded movies (not that you would do a thing like that, now would you?). Click on your preferred Mozy version, free or home:

    

After signing up for your account and installing the software, setup is quite simple. Just select the data that you would like to backup, and then start enjoying your peace of mind, for free.

Step 2: Defragmenting your computer’s hard drive using Defraggler.

You’ve heard of defragging your hard drive, but this tool is different. It allows you to quickly and simply defragment the important files – Something Windows built-in defragmentation tool doesn’t have.  Also, this tool is made by Piriform, the same authors of CCleaner, so you know the software is easy to use, contains no spyware, and best of all: free.

How to use Defraggler

This step is quite simple. After installing Defraggler, run the program and select your primary hard disk drive (typically, the ‘C:’ drive is selected by default). If you don’t know which drive it is, more than likely the drive you are looking for is the ‘C:’ drive. Alternatively, you could defrag all of the hard drives listed; It won’t hurt anything, and will help in optimizing your computer. Next, its as easy as clicking on the ‘Defrag’ button, and waiting for the drive to finish the defragmentation.

Defragmentation can take a long time, as in hours (depending on your drives current fragmented state). CompuTechs+ recommends performing this action before going to bed, unless you regularly defragment the hard disk drive. Vista Users: No need to use Defraggler, as Vista already has a built-in defragment function.

After defragmentation, you may want to schedule Defraggler to run automatically every week or so. Do this by going to Settings → Options → Schedule, select the ‘C:’ drive and check the ‘Schedule defragmentation for chosen volume’, and set the period to ‘Weekly’ (or your own personal choice. ATTENTION: there is no need to schedule more than once per week). Hit the ‘OK’ button, and lets move onto the next step.

Move on to Step 3: speed up your pc using Spybot Search & Destroy.