Computer running slow.....have tried all suggested solutions

[execpro22]

My computer has been running slow for about a month now and I can't figure out why. I have to restart my computer to make it run normally and then after a little bit it just slows down again.

Some things I have tried to fix this problem:

I have updated all my drivers.

I have cleaned the hard drive

I have defragged the disk

I have defragged and cleaned up registry errors

I have scanned my computer with malawarebytes and ESETnod and have used combofix

I have opened the computer case and cleaned it out

Still after all these things my computer still slows down and has to be restarted all the time.


system specs:


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                        Windows Version:       Windows XP (5.1.2600) Professional
                    License Information:       execpro22
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                            System Name:       EP45-UD3L
                         Processor Name:       Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU E7400 @ 2.80GHz
                         Videocard Name:       NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT
                       Installed Memory:       3,326.42 MB
                        Default Printer:       Microsoft XPS Document Writer

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           Number of Installed Programs:       302 programs
            Number of Running Processes:       43 processes
              Internet Explorer Version:       6.0.2900.5512 (SP3)
                        DirectX Version:       4.09.00.0904
                         Office Version:       12.0.6425.1000

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                        Windows Version:       Windows XP (5.1.2600) Professional
          Latest Service Pack Installed:       Service Pack 3
                              Installed:       7/26/2009 8:16:43 PM
                            Last Reboot:       5/1/2011 2:26:39 PM
                Default Internet Client:       C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe
                    Default Mail Client:       C:\Program Files\Outlook Express\msimn.exe
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                                Country:       United States (Country Code: 1)
                              Time zone:       (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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[Allan]

I just responded to you on another forum, but I'll ask the same questions here:
1) What do you mean you "cleaned the hard drive"?
2) What do you mean you "cleaned up registry errors?
3) What is new or different since the last time everything worked properly (ie, new hw, new sw, virus, error, etc)?

[execpro22]

1. cleaned the junk temp files out.

2. used registry mechanic to fix any registry errors

3. I started to notice a difference after comcast installed some software on my computer a month ago. I uninstalled all comcast apps, but still the problem persists.

[Allan]

Please define "running slow". EXACTLY what are the issues and what is running slow??


1) Registry cleaners cause problems, they do not cure them. The "best" of them do little or no harm, the worst will leave your system unusable. But NONE of them do any good.

2) Can you use system restore to get to a time before the problem occurred?

3) I cleaned up your first post and eliminated all unnecessary info as well as info on your user account which you should never post on a public forum.

[execpro22]

1. so should i un-install my registry fixer?

2. no its been too long, no good restore points

What can i do?

[Linux711]

so should i un-install my registry fixer?

I wouldn't, just incase. Only use it in situations like this though.

What can i do?

Well the first thing I would do is open task manager. Click the processes tab and note the CPU Usage (it is located at the bottom of the window). If it is consistently above 50% when you appear to be doing nothing then mention that. Now click the performance tab and look for the section titled Physical Memory (K). Note the available memory. Also check the physical front of your computer to see if the green can light is on constantly. Don't ask why it's a picture of a can 

If we can't figure out the problem after this, then I suggest you post your logs over in the malware removal forum.

[jason2074]

My computer has been running slow for about a month now and I can't figure out why.

What is new or different since the last time everything worked properly (ie, new hw, new sw, virus, error, etc)?

You might recall something new, added or removed before the problem as Allan asked you. Also slowness in what part? Booting, opening multiple programs, browsing,gaming... Have you run any virus or spyware scans lately? Or monitored hardware temps. and made backups for all you files?

[Allan]

Ignore the advice from Linux711 - NEVER use the registry cleaner - in ANY situation. Whether or not you uninstall it is irrelevant at this point - the damage is already done.

First please respond to my question about the specific symptoms you are experiencing (ie, WHAT is slow).

[Linux711]

NEVER use the registry cleaner - in ANY situation

I have used two of them for about three years now. No problems. I don't mean to argue about it, just stating my experience with them.

Well the first thing I would do is open task manager. Click the processes tab and note the CPU Usage (it is located at the bottom of the window). If it is consistently above 50% when you appear to be doing nothing then mention that. Now click the performance tab and look for the section titled Physical Memory (K). Note the available memory. Also check the physical front of your computer to see if the green can light is on constantly. Don't ask why it's a picture of a can   

[Allan]

I have used two of them for about three years now. No problems.

I don't care.
Please do not advise people to use registry cleaners on this forum. Thank you.

[Geek-9pm]

The OP said he tried all suggestions.
Here is one that is time consuming, but reversible.
1. Get a new hard drive.
2. Remove the old drive and store in a safe place.
3. Do a full install of the OS.
4. Measure the speed using some meaningful test.

Ant any time you can  go back to using the old drive instead of the new one. Or just continuen with the new instalation. Your choice.

[Allan]

And that's another suggestion you can ignore.

[execpro22]

when I open the task manager and go to performance with no programs running it  is at like 4% cpu usage but as soon as I start a game like mass effect it jumps to 100% cpu usage. Also Ive played this game many times on my pc and its always run real smooth and never had a significant drain of cpu usage but now when I run it it take awhile to load and sometimes will frezze for like 20 seconds.

[Linux711]

In task manager, also check how much free Physical memory you have. Download speed fan and check your temperatures.

http://www.almico.com/sfdownload.php

[execpro22]

3406252 total physical memory

1889572 available

cpu usage 93% this is while running the game...



Fan speed 1415 rpm

gpu-54c


Temp 1 -38c


temp 2 44c


temp 3 -2 c

temp-0c

hd0-42c


core 0-42c


core 1-39c

core-54c