Why is a computer so slow at startup?
There are many causes of slow computer startup speeds. You can attribute most of the problems to poor computer maintenance or the lack thereof. To solve startup speed problems, it is important to understand the major causes.Registry ProblemsThe registry is a large database containing the settings and cofigurations used to modify programs. A registry corrupt with left over entries from uninstalled programs, or damaged startup files causes slow computer startups.Startup ProgramsToo many programs automatically launching at computer startup use large amounts of system resources and slow down startup speeds. Programs such as media players and instant messaging programs by default are set to launch automatically at computer startup. They slow down startup speed especially if you have a low memory computer.Fragmented DiskWhen a hard disk is fragmented, files are scattered in multiple locations rather than in one central location. You computer slows down at startup because Windows has to go th
