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Shini_GamI · 2006-07-21, 04:48

I just wanted to ask this question, since my computer is suffering from the lack of RAM or memory.
Would deleting desktop icons help eliminate some of the RAM usage?
heh.... sdrams are just a pain -.-"!!
thanks

ryomakun · 2006-07-21, 07:03

Not Really... you have to lessen your startup programs: go to RUN, then type msconfig, there you have options to tinker with your startup applications.

Anways, you could just transfer the icons on your desktop to a folder incase you need them at a later time.

Shini_GamI · 2006-07-21, 07:53

thanks a lot for the tip... cheerz

***GHDpro*** · 2006-07-21, 08:49

Also if you really want to save a bit on RAM usage, try running with a plain background
instead of using a background image, that in my view made my system a little more responsive
about 5+ years back...

Shiryuu · 2006-07-21, 08:57

Also, If your using XP, you could always try turning down the eye candy for the taskbar\windows.

Kurz · 2006-07-21, 10:07

services.msc
is another great tool

Shini_GamI · 2006-07-23, 04:24

i tried disable some of my start-up programs.... it worked fine until one of my disabled start-up program automatically enable itself.... lol

ryomakun · 2006-07-23, 11:21

Here are some good programs to try fix your pc :
Not neces. free though
Spyware Remover( spyware eats your ram ALOT)
1. Ad-Aware
2.SpyBot Search and Destroy

Registry Fixer ( Makes your registry in tip top shape, making pc faster to boot)
1. Registry Mechanic
2. XP Repair Pro 2006 , note that it also tries to remove antivirus, firewall on your startup list, make sure you check everything it tries to remove before hitting REPAIR, ok? Use with CARE, it will disable your firewall/antivirus.

Registry Mechanic is safe though.
Aight thats about it.

Oh one more tip to make your pc faster:
1.Disable Indexing, right click EVERY HardDrive you have ex: drive c, d, e (cd/dvd drive not included)
2. Uncheck Allow Indexing, hit apply. =) Now your pc is abit faster.

Another fix for lack of ram is using virtual memory:
I recommend at least 2x the amount of ram you have as your VM.
EX. You have 128mb ram, put 256mb as your VM, 256mb Min, 256MB Max, the reason for have min and max the same value is for you to avoid fragmentation as it uses your Hard Disk.
How to do it?
Right click my computer, go to properties, then advance tab, then Under Performance go hit settings, then Under Performance Options, Thinker the Virtual Memory. ^_^

AND ALWAYS REMEMBER NEVER USE MORE THAN 80%of your HARD DISK

Using more will slow your pc and i MEAN IT. =)

2006-07-21, 04:48	Link #1
Shini_GamI YuI Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Australia, Sydney Age: 32	Deleting Desktop icon helps? I just wanted to ask this question, since my computer is suffering from the lack of RAM or memory. Would deleting desktop icons help eliminate some of the RAM usage? heh.... sdrams are just a pain -.-"!! thanks

2006-07-21, 10:07	Link #6
Kurz Gao~ a sound for the ages Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: I live in a relm of swirling of thought and emotion, Ever lost in the relm of infinite possiblities. Age: 37	services.msc is another great tool __________________ Join the ULF! United Leecher Front. Save your Love ones from Disease. Folding@Home Team Animesuki

2006-07-21, 07:03	Link #2
ryomakun Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006	Not Really... you have to lessen your startup programs: go to RUN, then type msconfig, there you have options to tinker with your startup applications. Anways, you could just transfer the icons on your desktop to a folder incase you need them at a later time.

2006-07-21, 07:53	Link #3
Shini_GamI YuI Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Australia, Sydney Age: 32	thanks a lot for the tip... cheerz

2006-07-21, 08:49	Link #4
*GHDpro* Administrator Administrator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Netherlands Age: 45	Also if you really want to save a bit on RAM usage, try running with a plain background instead of using a background image, that in my view made my system a little more responsive about 5+ years back...

2006-07-21, 08:57	Link #5
Shiryuu Magical Boy Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hiding... don't try to find me. Age: 20	Also, If your using XP, you could always try turning down the eye candy for the taskbar\windows.

2006-07-23, 04:24	Link #7
Shini_GamI YuI Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Australia, Sydney Age: 32	i tried disable some of my start-up programs.... it worked fine until one of my disabled start-up program automatically enable itself.... lol

2006-07-23, 11:21	Link #8
ryomakun Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006	Here are some good programs to try fix your pc : Not neces. free though Spyware Remover( spyware eats your ram ALOT) 1. Ad-Aware 2.SpyBot Search and Destroy Registry Fixer ( Makes your registry in tip top shape, making pc faster to boot) 1. Registry Mechanic 2. XP Repair Pro 2006 , note that it also tries to remove antivirus, firewall on your startup list, make sure you check everything it tries to remove before hitting REPAIR, ok? Use with CARE, it will disable your firewall/antivirus. Registry Mechanic is safe though. Aight thats about it. Oh one more tip to make your pc faster: 1.Disable Indexing, right click EVERY HardDrive you have ex: drive c, d, e (cd/dvd drive not included) 2. Uncheck Allow Indexing, hit apply. =) Now your pc is abit faster. Another fix for lack of ram is using virtual memory: I recommend at least 2x the amount of ram you have as your VM. EX. You have 128mb ram, put 256mb as your VM, 256mb Min, 256MB Max, the reason for have min and max the same value is for you to avoid fragmentation as it uses your Hard Disk. How to do it? Right click my computer, go to properties, then advance tab, then Under Performance go hit settings, then Under Performance Options, Thinker the Virtual Memory. ^_^ AND ALWAYS REMEMBER NEVER USE MORE THAN 80%of your HARD DISK Using more will slow your pc and i MEAN IT. =)