In order for the computer and the operating system on it (Windows or MacOS) to work properly and serve us as we need, additional software is needed, some of which are included with the installation package of the operating system (these are mostly small software – Drivers, drivers) and some must be created by us. Let’s install it, depending on what peripheral devices we use while working on the computer.

In this article, we will discuss the software of the two main operating systems – Winndows and MacOS.

 

Windows

 

1. Pay attention to software updates and keep them up-to-date.

• You can set software updates to automatically update or update manually. You can manually run Windows software updates from the menu by clicking the Check for updates button. Updates will be downloaded and installed. This will help your system to be more secure and to use the latest generation software
• When you receive an update for a particular program, the update will be downloaded, installed, and you’ll get an updated system, updated visuals, and possibly even additional tools.

 

2. Install Fast Browser

If you still use Microsoft Edge for work or entertainment on the Internet, we recommend that you stop using it and use faster Internet browsers such as Google Chrome and Firefox.

 

3. Close and disable programs you are not using

Each running program takes up RAM space (we know it as RAM) and also CPU power.

When you are finished working with this or that, make sure to close it. And if you are not satisfied with the program and cannot close it with the standard button, you can use the following methods:

• Press Ctrl+⇧ Shift+Esc to open the task manager.
• In the list, select the program or process you want to disable
• In the upper right menu, click the End Task button
• Repeat the same action for all other programs and processes you want to close/disable)

 

4. Remove unnecessary programs

Programs installed on the operating system take up space on the hard drive, which increases the pressure on the hard drive. Also, the startup functions of the installed programs when starting the operating system start up slowly and slow down the start-up process and then quick operation. You can remove these unnecessary programs by doing the following;

• Press the START-menu or button,
• Then open the settings
• Click on Apps
• Search for the program you want to remove
• Click on the program name
• Then click on Uninstall
• After the popup pops up, click Uninstall again
• Then follow the appropriate instructions that appear on the screen.

 

 

5. Update Windows whenever possible

Microsoft often sends updates for the Windows operating system, at which time it is best to update your system immediately. This will allow you to use the newly added functions and have the latest security system.

 

6. Clean up temporary files.

Temporary files that may remain on the system during the installation of the this or that program, or when browsing websites, etc. It may slow down your system, so clean up temporary files often.

 

7. Disable as many startup programs as possible.

Sturtup programs, are programs that run immediately after turning on your computer, often slow down the Windows loading time, so it is better to reduce their number as much as possible at the time of activation and disable all those programs that are not necessary for you at the time of starting the system.

 

8. Delete old and useless files.

Frequently delete all files, folders, photos and videos that you no longer use.

 

9. Clean the trash can

The files you delete that you don’t delete with the combination of Shift + Delete keys end up in the trash, which takes up extra space on the hard drive and increases the load on it, so don’t forget to empty the trash.

 

macOS

 

1. Constantly update programs.

Outdated software poses a security risk, so keep your software up to date.

 

2. Use Safari for web connection

Unlike Windows, Cover on Mac is the fastest and most secure way to connect to the web. Of course, you can use other browsers as well, but you won’t find anything better than this one on Mac.

 

3. Disable programs you are not using.

Every running program takes up an amount of RAM and also loads up the CPU. Therefore, disable the program that you are no longer using at the moment.

 

4. Uninstall programs you no longer need

All the programs you no longer use take up extra space on your hard drive and slow down its performance, so uninstall all the programs you no longer need.

 

5. Update MacOS when you can

Your system receives frequent updates from the manufacturer, so it is recommended that you install updates as soon as possible.

 

    Disable as many startup programs as possible.

Sturtup programs, are programs that run as soon as you turn on your computer, often slow down the Mac’s boot time, so it is better to reduce their number as much as possible at the time of startup and disable all those programs that are not necessary for you at the time of starting the system.

 

Delete old and useless files.

Frequently delete all files, folders, photos and videos that you no longer use.

 

Clean the trash can

The files you delete that you don’t delete with the combination of Shift + Delete keys end up in the trash, which takes up extra space on the hard drive and increases the load on it, so don’t forget to empty the trash.