5 Tips to Clean Up Your Computer

We want you to kick 2023 off right by cleaning up your computer to feel refreshed and rejuvenated. We all have our own organizational style, but that doesn’t mean we can’t take steps to help our computers run faster and more efficiently. The more efficient technology operates, the easier it will be to maintain existing customer relationships.?

Here are 5 tips for cleaning up your computer:?

Optimize your device.?

Optimizing your computer includes junk removal, application uninstallers, duplicate file finders, cache clearing, and more. You can also research the settings of your computer to see if there is built-in clean-up software for quick optimization without adding anything new to your device.? If you have antivirus software installed on your device, look into the system optimization features included in your plan.?

Transfer larger files to an external drive or cloud storage.?

Large files take up precious space in your computer’s hard drive. Multiple large files, or “monster files,” affect the speed and efficiency of your computer. Consider purchasing an external hard drive to store large files used infrequently. We recommend 64 gigabytes (GB) if you don’t have too many files. If you plan to continue adding multiple large files, consider a hard drive with one or two terabytes (TB) for more space.?

If you prefer to keep your files on one device, look into cloud storage options. Many cloud storage platforms include features allowing the user to maintain files locally or store them exclusively within the cloud when not accessed after a certain amount of time. If you’ve never used cloud storage before, try the free options available and see if it works for your daily routine. Microsoft OneDrive, Google Drive, and Dropbox are reliable storage solutions and offer upgrades for more storage as needed.

Clear your browser cache and history.?

Get in the habit of clearing your browser history - otherwise, your computer and web browser will start to lag. Regardless of your preferred browser, clearing your history is easily completed within your settings. In addition, step-by-step instructions are available with a quick internet search if you’ve never cleared your cache and history. ?

Empty your recycling bin.?

Sometimes device optimization software will empty your recycling bin automatically after running a scan and “tuning up” your device. If you manually clean up your files, don’t forget to empty your recycling bin. Just because you DELETE a file from your documents doesn’t mean it is removed from your computer. Remember, files deleted from your recycling bin are permanently deleted from your computer - be careful what you remove!?

Restart your computer.?

This a simple yet often forgotten step when cleaning up your computer. A quick restart will force all software, applications, and tasks to stop on your device and reboot. Sometimes, a restart is all you need to perform if your computer is running slow.?

Once your computer is optimized, consider adding a reliable insurance technology solution for efficiency and overall performance. Visit AVYST’s website today to learn more about how we are simplifying insurance sales.??