Simple Computer Tune-Up: Spped Up Your PC with CDROM

Jump-start your PC today with CA PC Pitstop Optimize and the easy-to-follow advice in this straightforward, reader-friendly guide. You'll find state-of-the-art software that regains hard drive space, revs up your Internet connection, and fixes registry errors, a $30.00 value included with this book.

• Understand the typical and annoying problems that affect PCs
• Remove "junk" files and free up disk space
• Fine-tune Internet settings for better operation
• Adjust Windows settings to improve performance
• Follow easy instructions to install the software
• Get up to speed on troubleshooting
• Download regular updates

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Load your free copy of PC Pitstop Optimize today!

PC Pitstop Optimize improves the performance and stability of just about any PC running Windows XP, 2000, Me, or 98. Install your copy today to:

• Energize Internet Speeds Improve your Internet connection up to 200% by adjusting your Windows Internet settings based on your connection type.
• Recoup System Resources Eliminate unnecessary background processes and get back memory and processor cycles stolen by rogue applications.
• Maximize Hard Drive Space Quickly find and remove unnecessary files, making your drive run even faster.
• Eliminate Registry Errors Remove erroneous and leftover registry entries created by viruses, spyware, and incorrect program removal.
• Revitalize System Performance Increase your system performance by tweaking Windows settings.

System Requirements

Operating System: Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 or XP, 64 MB RAM, 100 MHz or higher Pentium-compatible CPU, 15-inch SVGA monitor, 800x600 resolution

Required for All Installations: CD-ROM drive, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher, Internet access

Disk Space: 10MB

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Part 1: Understanding the Issues and Solutions-using real customer scare stories this section will describe typical and annoying computer performance issues for consumers and then show how CA's software provided a quick and easy solution.

Part 2: Solutions-step-by-step installation guidance for CA's  PC Pitstop Optimize,   which comes bundled free w/the book and how to use each and every component, all in much more reader-friendly narrative than any software documentation could provide.

Part 3: Updates and Troubleshooting-  step-by-step to download regular updates and any available upgrades and how to do so; lists any problems/errors the readers/users may experience with the software titles, and give fixes.

• Forgoing the "techie-talk," CA explains how PC Pitstop Optimize performs four main functions: it removes "junk" files to free up disk space, adjusts Internet settings for better performance, removes invalid registry keys, and adjusts several registry settings that can

  improve overall performance

• Also shows how PC Pitstop Optimize can revitalize system performance, regain hard drive space, rev up an Internet connection, and fix registry errors
• CA will include its complete PC Pitstop Optimize, valued at $30.00, free with this book (no renewal needed)

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Introduction.

Part 1: Understanding the Issues and Solutions.

Chapter 1: Causes of Poor PC Performance.

Chapter 2: Understanding PC Pitstop Optimize.

Part 2: Optimizing Your PC.

Chapter 3: Installing PC Pitstop Optimize.

Chapter 4: Performing a Scan.

Chapter 5: The Optimization.

Chapter 6: Other Ways to Optimize Your PC.

Chapter 7: Updating PC Pitstop Optimize.

Chapter 8: Troubleshooting PC Pitstop Optimize.

Part 3: Bonus Material.

Chapter 9: Solve Common Problems with Windows.

Chapter 10: Customizing Windows for Your Personal Preferences.

Chapter 11: Fix Internet Issues.

Chapter 12: Analyze Your PC.

Chapter 13: Upgrade Your PC.

Chapter 14: Installing Peripherals.

Chapter 15: Troubleshooting Computers.

Chapter 16: Buying a New PC.

Index.