Free computer tuneup cleanup programs

chrisg on 16/07/2013 - 20:34

hi can anybody suggest a good tuneup utility that doesnt come back to haunt you or your computer
idiot proof if possible!!!

Computing

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  • retiredfeline on 16/07/2013 - 20:50

    Windows?

    Bleachbit is free open source software and will recover space wasted in temp files you didn't know you had.

  • chrisg on 16/07/2013 - 20:54

    Windows
    I have tried getting my head around Linux
    The idiot proof is the clue to my capabilities

  • retiredfeline on 16/07/2013 - 20:59

    Afterwards, run ultradefrag (also free OSS) to consolidate the fragmented space recovered by bleachbit. It's better than the standard defrag.

  • zenzeninbox on 17/07/2013 - 10:11
    +2

    ccleaner is good at cleaning out temp files, browser cache etc. it also optionally cleans registry.
    freeware I have used it for several years without any problems. I usually run it before I do a backup.
    Also have a look at ninite.com for other well regarded freeware with an automated installer.

  • aim54x on 17/07/2013 - 11:43
    +1

    I also use CCleaner….has prevented my compulsive need to format every 6 months for a few years now.

  • chrisg on 17/07/2013 - 17:26

    Thanks for the advice

  • dsp26 on 19/07/2013 - 18:11

    This one:
    http://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/97346

    Best util since TuneUp Utils 2010.. the 2012 version left me and a few others with problems

  • SteveTheConsumer on 22/07/2013 - 12:23

    might want to give this a try, i found it very handy
    http://security.baidu.co.th/en/

  • Macgyver on 22/07/2013 - 12:27

    I just don't install crap. Use a limited user account. Use a other limited account for installing things on desktop(most things can be installed this way).

    Haven't had to use any special programs.

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