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    Just got the Inspiron 300m

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by grak88, Feb 19, 2004.

  1. grak88

    grak88 Notebook Enthusiast

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    What programs can I get rid of to make it run quicker? What other things should I change? Any tips or things I should look out for?
     
    grak88, Feb 19, 2004
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  2. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    Well, to run quicker, I would suggest getting rid of things not needed in the system tray. In general, the fewer the icons down there, the fewer apps running in the background.

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    Brian, Feb 19, 2004
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  3. Andrew Baxter

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    Your notebook will run faster when plugged in, something some people don't realize when using computers running mobile processors (designed to use less power and reduce clock speed to save energy when in battery mode)
     
    Andrew Baxter, Feb 19, 2004
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