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    software to install

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by nitestryker, Dec 6, 2006.

  1. nitestryker

    nitestryker Newbie

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    what software should i install which aren't ram hogs. I'm starting from scratch so i basically need everything
     
    nitestryker, Dec 6, 2006
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  2. Safrout

    Safrout Notebook Enthusiast

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    OS :p

    just install what u need

    maybe install a free and good antivirus like AVG
     
    Safrout, Dec 6, 2006
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    Megaman81 Notebook Consultant

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    I am in the same boat with my laptop with 512mb ram and running fantastically!
    First install your XP or whatever OS with the least option! Dont install any junk.

    Second Dont install the biggest memory hog software (antivirus). I do my scans for free online..(just dont download crap files from unknown sites)
    Most Web emails have built in virus scanner...

    Third use (MSCONFIG) to remove unwanted resource hoggers like AOL, MSN,Yahoo Mesanger,realplayer or anything that you dont need.

    Fourth just keep it clean,,keep doing defragments,and downlaod registry booster to keep your system clean...

    goodluck
     
    Megaman81, Dec 6, 2006
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  4. Tim

    Tim Notebook Virtuoso

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    Tim, Dec 6, 2006
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    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    There is a sticky for the best free windows software in this forum.
     
    ZaZ, Dec 6, 2006
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  6. nitestryker

    nitestryker Newbie

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    thanks, what software are usually the most ram hoggy?
     
    nitestryker, Dec 6, 2006
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