Very slow internet :(

[Curlyben]

Re: Very slow internet

If anyone is interested in using Be, they do a referral program.
Please ask as it would be beneficial to both parties

[colind]

Re: Very slow internet

Being new I hope I am not treading on toes here. Slow internet speed can be caused by a number of factors. Can I suggest the following for XP users.
1. Do a disk check, Defrag, disc clean up.
2.RegScrubXP. Its "free"
3. Scan with Malwarebytes."its free"
4. Install "avast" antivirus. Its free.
5.Check your internet speed & connection with speedtest.net. also do the ping test. This result will give you some data to approach your ISP with. Dont be fobbed off by the gal in the callcentre.ASK for a tech to visit, and then grill him on YOUR results.

I hope this is written clear enough. Take care & happy surfing.

[Curlyben]

Re: Very slow internet

Colin, thanks for the ideas there, but I would make some changes.

While RegScrubXP is indeed a good app, CCleaner is much better and more encompassing.
Not only does it do a reg clean, but can also remove windoze cludge from your system.
It also allows for detailed control of your start up programs, and an easy to use uninstaller.

Of course it's completely free to boot.

A disc check isn't really needed unless you are having disc issues.
Regular defrag is a must for optimum disc health. While the inbuilt defragger does a passable job, Auslogics product is infinatly better and even schedulable, also free

[colind]

Re: Very slow internet

Thank you for the reply & info. C Cleaner I use as well as RegScrub. Auslogics I have not come across before but will give it a try. My reason for posting is: I have a court case against BT.com to be heard next month. From my experience with them you do need to get everything on/in your computer up to the best possible standard.[incl cables et hoc]. Thanks again. Enjoy the weekend.

Regards, Colin

[ben13]

Re: Very slow internet

Has anyone got any experience of Glary Utilities ?
It seems to have everything needed and even has memory optimiser!!!
A friend of mine swears by it but I'd appreciate some impartial advise on it