text: faster computers? how can i make my computer faster.. just give me some tips also any other tips to keep a computer up and running the best it should be.. thanks ill start with cheap/easy methods: -defragment your hard drive every month or so -uninstall any programs you do not use -get rid of any irrelevant programs that start up with your pc -turn off any screen savers/effects or other unneeded visual gimmicks or reduce the resolution of your monitor -make sure your pc is clean of spyware/adware and viruses  and now the more difficult/expensive ways: -more ram makes everything faster -a faster cpu also makes everything faster -a faster hard disk can improve certain tasks noticably -overclocking the hardware you have with either the stock coolers or with new coolers (only overclock if you know exactly what you're doing, cos you could fry everything)