With the releasing of Microsoft’s Windows 7 operating system, many of the performance issues present in past installments of this PC mainstay have been addressed, showing a measurable improvement in areas that were once headaches for even the most capable machines.  Still, regardless of what would seem to be Microsoft’s welcome reaction to the chorus of complaints about XP and Vista, the onset of issues is expected for even the most recent release.  No operating system is immune to the kind of mistake that results from any number of issues: viruses, adware, negligence, etc .  

Despite how it’s currently running, tomorrow could usher in a group of unanticipated problems, which is to be expected with even new machines.  Windows seven ( Vista, too ) includes a strong set of tools – all included inside one easily accessed menu – that the annoyed user can make use of when trying to diagnose the source of an issue.  

Accessing these tools is as simple as entering a command in the search box that is found in the Start menu.  Once you have entered “performance info” you will be welcomed by a window from where you can select “Advanced tools.” 

After those tools are available, it becomes apparent that you have at your disposal an impressive assortment of diagnostic options that may – at the very least – aid you towards determining what lies at the source of your ailing system : 

* Clear all Windows Experience Index scores and re-rate system 
* View performance details in Event log 
* Open Performance Monitor 
* Open Resource Monitor 
* Open Task Manager
* View Advanced system details in System Information
* Adjust the appearance and performance of Windows 
* Open Disk Defragmenter 
* Generate a system health report 

One of the most informative tools you can use is Open Resource Monitor.  Like Task Manager, Resource Monitor provides an outline of your system’s resources, allowing you to control the available resources ( RAM, storage, bandwidth ) your system has to work with.  Unlike Task Manager, which is somewhat imprecise in its detail, Resource Monitor works at the micro level – meaning, you are given a degree of specificity that illuminates how an individual process or application figures into the overall allocation of resources.  

Another beneficial aid is the “Generate a system health report” option.  Similar to having a physical at the physician’s office, this will assess your system’s health, generating an analysis that may enlighten you on what areas you need to address when experiencing issues with your PC’s performance. Taking just a few moments, the system analysis will return a statement that details every vital aspect of your system.  Using this diagnostic analysis, you’ll be left with a clearer image of how your PC is faring.  For instance, if there is a driver that’s hindering your capability to listen to sound, this report will highlight that conflict.  

These are just the tools that are reasonably self-explanatory in their use and interpretation.  The more complicated tools – such as View performance details in Event log – are as beneficial, but they need a level of experience that your average user might be without.  

For even the most accomplished technician, the poor performance of a system will remain a problem that never permanently subsides.  If you have questions about the use of these tools, or want to know how to resolve any problems they unearth, Geek Choice is always available to give you that help.  If you’ve got a slow computer Geek Choice, a national computer repair service, can help you properly configure it for the best possible performance.