Complaining of a slow Windows computer here are 4 tips that should help speed it up.
- Install a solid state drive – they are far quicker than the mechanical drives – AllNeeds Computers can assist with the changeover
- Stop everything loading at startup – for Windows 10 users learn about Task Manager – Windows 7 users – MSCONFIG – details here – Disable Startup programs
- Take a good hard look at your antivirus as yes they can slow down the startup procedure
- Your desktop is not for installing gigabytes of information
I have lots of shortcuts on my laptop screen, does that mean the programs are partially started??
No that is fine , its is storing folders on your desktop that is a concern