Periodic Maintenance

At least once a month, it's a good idea to keep the files on your computer in order. Here are 2 things you can do to help keep your computer running faster and more smoothly:

1. Run the "Check Disk" utility (for Windows XP). How? Click on Start, then Run. In the box, type the following: chkdsk /f. Note the space after the "k". After you've typed that, click on "OK". At the black screen prompt, type Y and press the Enter key on your keyboard, then restart your computer.
2. Run the Disk Defragmenter utility. How? Click on Start, mouse up to Programs, mouse over to Accessories, then to System Tools, then down to Disk Defragmenter. Click the "Defragment" button.

   Note: Disable your screen saver before running disk defragmenter.

Performing these two routines once a month will pay big dividends in helping to keep your computer running more optimally!