Sorry if this is a bit OT (not sure which forum).
Some days ago my computer begun to run noticeably slower in one app. I didn't think anything of it until I noticed the slowdown was in all my games and after trying 3Dmark I'd definately slowed down around 700-800 points.
Does anyone know how to find out what is causing the slowdown? I'm pretty sure it isn't my settings or hardware, as they are the same as always.
I still only have Explorer and Systray running in the background (CTR ALT DEL), which has kinda lost me. Could it be some addition to the registry (if so, what can I do, how can I find it?)?
Any help would be appreciated (don't suggest reformating please ) as I'm stumped.
Thanks!
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XP 1700+ (1.47 ghz)
Gigabyte KT333 GA-7VRXP Mobo
Radeon 8500 (275/275)
256 MB DDR PC2700 RAM
40 Gig Maxtor 7200 RPM HD
SBVive! Value
52X CD-ROM
Ricoh CD-R/RW
Win. 98 SE
Some days ago my computer begun to run noticeably slower in one app. I didn't think anything of it until I noticed the slowdown was in all my games and after trying 3Dmark I'd definately slowed down around 700-800 points.
Does anyone know how to find out what is causing the slowdown? I'm pretty sure it isn't my settings or hardware, as they are the same as always.
I still only have Explorer and Systray running in the background (CTR ALT DEL), which has kinda lost me. Could it be some addition to the registry (if so, what can I do, how can I find it?)?
Any help would be appreciated (don't suggest reformating please ) as I'm stumped.
Thanks!
__________________
XP 1700+ (1.47 ghz)
Gigabyte KT333 GA-7VRXP Mobo
Radeon 8500 (275/275)
256 MB DDR PC2700 RAM
40 Gig Maxtor 7200 RPM HD
SBVive! Value
52X CD-ROM
Ricoh CD-R/RW
Win. 98 SE