CompuClever Blog

The Clean and Uninstaller Tools

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Synopsis: This blog article focuses on the free functionality of PC Clean Maestro – the removal of junk files and the Uninstaller.  There are considerable advantages to be realized by cleaning your PC which we cover in our newsletter.  In a nutshell, systematic cleaning can improve PC performance and responsiveness.  It is also a highly recommended step in the process of defragmentation.

Introducing – PC Clean Maestro:

With PC Clean Maestro you can remove junk files and uninstall programs so as to free up space.  By doing so you clear up PC clutter which can bog down the system and lead to poor system performance.   We will provide two sets of instructions for the Clean tool and for the Uninstaller.  Some best practices are provided so that your experience can be simplified and more trouble-free.  Before we begin, let’s start with a best practice tip.

Best Practices:

Backup!  This article deals with removal – permanent removal – of unwanted items.  The key is “unwanted”.  We strongly recommend that you make a copy of all files that are important to you.  The price of external hard drives makes this a no-brainer.  Today’s hard drives are often more gigabytes than the average person needs – and some are now terabyte in size (1,000 GBs).  Continue reading...

Too Much Junk: Stay Lean and Clean

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Synopsis:  Two months ago we presented articles on defragmentation – one of the most effective methods of improving PC system performance.  Prior to applying this procedure it is highly recommended to remove clutter from your PC – what is often referred to as “junk” files.  We are going to look at the symptoms your PC could be displaying.  Next, we will examine what some experts suggest and some of the challenges associated with these tasks.  Finally we are going to look at performing two solutions using PC Clean Maestro:  one, cleaning junk files and two, uninstalling programs that are not necessary.


There are many online references providing information and instruction on cleaning junk files and cleaning your PC.  Many of these articles offer instructions on how to go about manually using the onboard tools supplied by your PC operating system.  The difficulty with this is:

  1. Much of this depends on what operating system you are running.
  2. This can be time consuming if you do not know where these Microsoft tools are located.
  3. Manual removal of files is almost always tedious and does not produce thorough results as items are stored by programs in areas without your awareness.
  4. Quite often you need a fair bit of PC expertise and a whole lot of patience.
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Top 5 Simple Tasks Every Computer User Should Know

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As computing power has increased rapidly over the past few years, maintaining a computer has become as complicated as looking after a car. And, because of that, it’s easy to miss out on all of the great features and abilities our computers have.

Here are 5 things about using your computer you should know:

Know how to create a computer backup

Computer hard disks fail pretty regularly, which can be traumatic because the hard disk is used to store everything from the computer’s operating system and main programs (Microsoft Word) that can be expensive to replace, to photos and media libraries. Microsoft Windows 7 actually features a Windows backup feature, and you’ll need an external hard drive or a number of DVD’s to do this. To be even safer, you can use a service like CrashPlan to back up your computer online.

Understand how to set up your home WiFi

Understanding routers, modems, and the other things that make up your network can seem daunting, but there are a few basics that can fix most problems that come your way. Does your router constantly need resetting? Make sure it isn’t overheating or clogged with traffic. Is your Wi-Fi speed and range less than ideal?  Continue reading...

Increase your PC’s speed while avoiding paying for more memory

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Your PC’s performance is directly linked to how much “physical memory” or RAM your PC has – free RAM memory space means programs run more quickly and Windows is more responsive and enjoyable to use.

Many people buy more RAM to speed things up, but buying and adding more physical memory will only be a temporary, expensive measure if you don’t manage memory usage on your PC. Even PCs that have a lot of physical memory available still need to watch for actual memory usage because every program you run (and there are a lot of programs that automatically run in the background whether you want them to or not) consumes memory.

Without watching for what programs and applications you are running on your PC, especially the hidden ones and those run automatically from Windows startup are hard to catch. There are tools you can use to see what programs are running and how much memory they use.

Easily view and manage every program on your computer
PC Clean Maestro’s gives you easy access to the Windows Task Manager, which provides a quick view of your PC’s memory status and usage information. To open the Task Manager, click “Manage” from the main menu, select “Windows System Tools“.
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