10 Types of System Tools and Optimization Programs You Don’t Need on Windows

[212eta]

10 Types of System Tools and Optimization Programs You Don’t Need on Windows

[Chancer]

There is some wise advice there.

[Airstream_Bill]

I agree with everything that link said. You will not stop people from believing all the JUNK stuff will help their system including me. Ha! Ha! I always end up putting my System Back to its original state. No System optimization programs ever run on it. It comes down to Fleece the Public any way you can to get their Money.

[Turk]

Installing those tools onto Windows 8.1 just same as trying to install a Daewoo carburettor in to Golf GTI :)

e.g. MSE and Windows Defender, not credible on this forum at all, however they are natively integrated and the most effective AVs that compatible with Windows.

Edited January 30, 2014 by Turk

[mike.mt]

Great link 221eta....

As posters above correctly say there is no such thing as a "magic pill" or "one stop shop" app that will boost system speeds.... Many of these snake oil products degrade performance by applying incorrect windows registry settings & adding extra useless background tasks....Caveat Emptor - or User Beware, even if its offered free!!!

[Pedrito]

Nice article, I agree with everything. :)

Especially with this part: "Worst of all, heavy security suites can slow down your computer with all their functions. They also distract you with notification after notification just to remind you that they’re doing something." :tooth:

[locoJoe]

I agree with most of what the article said but....

1) You do need a FW to stop softs from phoning home...unless you actually buy every program you use.

2) I have proved to myself that using a good defrag tool like O&O does make a difference in some(my)scenerio. http://www.nsaneforums.com/topic/131013-best-defragmenting-software/?p=654130

3) I see no problem using a soft such as ccleaner to rid my PC of junk....sure I could do it myself but why? ccleaner does it in 2 sec.

Edited January 30, 2014 by locoJoe

[mike.mt]

I agree with most of what the article said but....

1) You do need a FW to stop softs from phoning home...unless you actually buy every program you use.

2) I have proved to myself that using a good defrag tool like O&O does make a difference in some(my)scenerio. http://www.nsaneforums.com/topic/131013-best-defragmenting-software/?p=654130

3) I see no problem using a soft such as ccleaner to rid my PC of junk....sure I could do it myself but why? ccleaner does it in 2 sec.

Well put locoJoe

As my previous comment in this topic was about products that claim to be all in one Instant Tune up tools...... I too agree that lightweight products similar to Ccleaner & my favorite Puran Defrag - both freeware, do an excellent job in keeping any system efficient.... Been using them for many years on all our File Servers & Workstations.

The firewalls supplied with the operating systems coupled with those enabled in all modern router / modems, can be set up to adequately secure most individuals requirements. Throw in an Open or Norton free secure DNS service and you put up another good extra barrier to help keep the bad guys out.

As far as Anti Malware software goes. Do we need it.. In my opinion along with if not all of my IT security colleagues .. A big yes. Then its down to the individual to choose what product & features they feel fits their needs best.

As also mentioned in many posts Common Sense is an asset, but it cant protect us in all scenarios.

In our corporate environments the same concept applies but to a far greater level. As running without security shields for an end user or company is similar to playing Russian Roulette.

That is my opinion & everyone is entitled to their own. :)

[locoJoe]

@mike...you are smart ...aren't you?

Im sorry...I mean that sincerly :)

You are new here and IMO stand out from the crowd...already.

Hope you stick around.

EDIT: not because you semi agreed w/my post. I was thinkin' this when you solved Tipo's white/blank sreen issue :)

Edit2: lol...alright...its because you like my post...lol..

Edited January 30, 2014 by locoJoe

[mike.mt]

Thank you Joe for the compliment.... I do me best mate..... Been running an IT support company for many years + being a CTO of a legal & financial services group.

Apart from cars , me missus & booze... IT has been a passion of mine & provided a great life.....

I will never know it all & will never claim to. Our industry has an ongoing daily learning curve to keep us on our toes... One reason why I luv it :)

Will also only post an opinion based on experiences / results that I've previously had... You wont see me post or reply to subjects on gaming, programming or web design as they are not my direct skill base..If I have any queries on them I will consult others..

Cheers from me here in Malta & all the best........ :cheers:

[maia]

I disagree on several aspects:




1. Separate Defragmentation Program

2. Third-Party Uninstaller

3. Cleaning craps web (pc cleaner)

4. Full Security Suite

5. Outbound Firewall

For example:

Edited January 31, 2014 by maia

[maia]

And....:

[kn_andre]

Quite Informative ... But it boils down to Choice of each Individual. Because most Tools / Softwares have their Pros and Cons.. No matter how "Good" a Software/Tool is, there are some people who will hate it for Supposedly giving them Problems on their System and Vice - Versa . Though Sometimes i must Admit that having Less Tools/Softwares running on a Computer will allow your Computer to Operate more Smoothly - but this is just my honest Opinion ... Kudos for Sharing and Cheers ...

[anuseems]

Good article for beginners and average users .