When your computer begins to slow down or to crash frequently, a number of causes could be responsible. The main culprits are likely to be one of the following:

• Viruses
• Spyware and Adware
• Low disc space
• A bloated registry
• Insufficient memory

These factors can have detrimental effects on your computer's performance.

Viruses are the most virulent problem that you will encounter and can access your computer from more than one source. Viruses corrupt your system, causing endless problems, the worst of which is frequent crashes.

Spyware, Adware and Malware run in the background of your computer and compromise the privacy of your information. Only preventative software can effectively protect your computer from these threats.

A cluttered Windows Registry will slow your computer down considerably. Running a scan with a registry cleaner will solve this problem and improve your computer's performance.

Having low disk space will result in no new software or information being able to be installed on to the computer. Running a disk clean-up and un-installing programs that you do not use will effectively create more space. Don't forget to clean your registry with a registry cleaner afterwards.

Taking preventative measures will ensure that your computer continues to perform at its optimum and will protect it from threats.