In the process of prolonged operation of some programs, the memory becomes clogged, and the performance drops.
Please tell me how you can clean the RAM?
You've probably noticed that the computer starts to "slow down", loading the application, and even stops responding to commands.
This is due to an overflow of RAM and must be cleaned up.
The operating system has its own RAM cleaning service, unfortunately it does not always work efficiently and the user can completely clean RAM restarts the computer.
There are other ways, this is to use special utilities.
One of them is CleanMem, but unlike most similar programs it does not dump the contents of RAM to the hard disk, but simply frees up space reserved by various programs, but not used, which allows both free up memory and performance.
The program informs how much memory is occupied and by what processes, and can work both in manual mode and in automatic mode, starting at a certain frequency, for example, once every 30 minutes.
From the start menu, launch the CleanMem Mini Monitor.
An icon will appear in the system tray, which will show in real time how much RAM is occupied in percentage, and an information panel will also appear.
For more information on memory status, select Show Memory Info from the CleanMem menu by right-clicking on the CleanMem icon in the tray, or Show Process Info to view processes.
The utility will display detailed information about the cache memory load and the running processes.
To manually clean up memory and file cache, select Clean Memory Now and Clean File Cache Now from the CleanMem menu.
In order to configure automatic cleaning of RAM, select the "Monitor Setting" item in the CleanMem menu and in the window that opens, go to the "Advanced Monitor" tab, check the checkboxes and set the check interval, for example, equal to 30 minutes.
Now the utility will check the RAM every 30 minutes and clear it if the load is 75%.
In addition, the memory will be cleared even if during the next scan the program detects that the size of the file cache exceeds 50 MB.
CleanMem is easy enough to use, installs quickly and starts instantly.
There is also a professional version of the program, but the paid one differs only in that it has a number of additional settings, which real professionals will be able to appreciate, and for most users the free version will be enough.
Random access memory or RAM (from the English. Random Access Memory) - one of the most important components of a computer, largely determines the speed of its work. Increasing the physical size or speed of memory can help improve performance, but the same goal in Windows 7 can be achieved in less costly ways. Often times, good money, cleaning and professional care are more beneficial than buying new RAM sticks.
What is the difference between the types of memory: RAM, physical, video memory
The central processor of the computer performs its operations with data stored only in the RAM. The executable module is loaded into it, the current data is also stored here and intermediate results calculations. Almost every operation performed by a computer involves accessing RAM. It is for this reason that an insufficient amount of free RAM space leads to a slowdown, or even a complete stop of the system.
There are several approaches to classifying computer storage devices. Random access memory got its name from high speed work and dependence on external sources energy. Any power failure leads to the reset of the RAM data, therefore ROM (read-only memory) is used for long-term storage of information - non-volatile, but slower. With the development of technology, this division becomes largely arbitrary, since the speed of modern ROMs, for example, solid-state disks, is comparable to the speed of RAM. In addition, for a more economical consumption of operational Windows memory 7 uses a reserved portion of the hard disk called "virtual memory".
Part of the RAM is constantly used to display the image on the monitor. These are resource-intensive and similar operations, so the manufacturers considered it justified to physically allocate part of the RAM for these purposes. Unlike traditional strips of RAM, which can be replaced with others, the allocated part is non-removable, therefore it got its own name: "video memory".
Sometimes the term "physical memory" is used to refer to random access memory, that is, not video memory or virtual memory. The presence of this particular part of the RAM unoccupied is critical for the operation of the central processor.
How to see what the RAM is doing
Windows 7 provides detailed information about what RAM is doing with the Task Manager tool. This program can be called different methods, one of which is the hotkeys Ctrl + Shift + Esc.
The "Task Manager" utility by default opens the "Performance" tab, where you can immediately see the load and free amount of physical memory, as well as the number of running processes that consume it. More detailed information can be found in the "Processes" tab.
The system, user-launched applications, background programs, and even malfunctions spawn processes that consume some of the RAM (second column from the right). The rightmost column gives short description the corresponding process, although it is far from always clear.
How to clean your computer's RAM
RAM is a scarce and desirable resource for many applications. Some of them are launched by the user deliberately, others get at the request of the system or are included in the startup, others penetrate against the owner's wishes, and some, like viruses, deliberately harm him. Therefore, it is necessary to put things in order in this matter, consistently cleaning each category.
Close unnecessary programs and applications
The easiest and most painless way to free some amount of physical memory is to close unused memory this moment applications. Windows 7 shows all unclosed programs as icons on the bottom panel of the screen, and the proprietary Aero interface allows you to quickly view the appearance of their working windows. Everything that is not needed during the current session is best closed to increase performance.
You should also pay attention to browsers. As a rule, their interface is built in the form of a set of tabs, each of which is perceived by the system as a separate process that requires the consumption of resources. By closing unused tabs, we free some of the memory.
The Task Manager also contains a list of running applications, which is located in the corresponding tab.
In this window, you can also exit any program, but this should not be overused. An abnormal interruption of the application can lead to the loss of unsaved data, as well as to some problems the next time it is launched. In addition, Windows 7 may not always correctly recognize all dependent processes, some may remain in RAM, wasting computer resources uselessly. However, shutting down an application using the Task Manager becomes a better tool when the program is frozen and unresponsive. In this case, you should use the "End task" option without a doubt.
Stop background processes and services
Some programs (for example, torrents) intentionally leave some of their processes in memory, consuming computer resources in the background. Therefore, after closing them, it is better to check the Processes tab of the Windows Task Manager again and delete everything unnecessary.
Not all active Windows 7 services are needed by the user, so some of the physical memory can be freed by stopping some of them.
Table: list of services that can be stopped
| Service | Why can you remove |
| KtmRm for Distributed Transaction Coordinator | |
| Offline files | |
| IPSec Policy Agent | |
| Adaptive brightness control | Useful for saving battery only if there is a light sensor. |
| Windows firewall | |
| Computer browser | The network service is not needed in the absence of a network. |
| IP Helper | On the home computer useless. |
| Secondary entrance into the system | Must be disabled for security reasons. |
| Print manager | The service is only needed if you have a printer. |
| Access to HID devices | The service is needed only if there are devices connected via USB ports. |
| Windows Defender | Can be removed if antivirus is installed. |
| Changed links tracking client | |
| IPsec Key Modules for Internet Key Exchange and Authenticated IP | |
| NetBIOS Helper | The network service is not needed in the absence of a network. |
| SSDP detection | The service is needed only if there are devices connected via the SSDP protocol. Better to disable for security reasons. |
| TPM Core Services | The service is only needed if you have TMP or BitLocker control devices. |
| Windows Search(Windows Search) | It is only needed for a very active search on the computer. |
| Parental Control | Useless service. |
| Server | The network service is not needed in the absence of a network. |
| Tablet PC Input Service | Only needed if you have handwriting devices. |
| Download service Windows images(WIA) | The service is only needed when using digital cameras and scanners. |
| Bluetooth support | Only needed when connecting devices via Bluetooth. |
| Error Logging Service | The service is not needed by a regular user. |
| Smart card | Only needed if smart card based control devices are available. |
| Remote registry | The service is not needed by a regular user. Better to remove for security reasons. |
| fax machine | The service is only needed when using a computer as a fax. |
Windows "Task Manager" shows all available system services in the tab of the same name. To stop, you need to find the desired name in the list, then use the right mouse button and go to the "Stop service" option in the window that appears.
Stopping a specific utility only affects the current session. A reboot will allow the system to restart all services stopped in this way.
Cleaning "Startup"
An effective way to remove extra programs from the "Startup" list is the editing of the "System Configuration". We press the combination "Win" (the button with the branded Windows icon) and R. In the "Open" line of the "Run" window that appears, write the msconfig command, and then press the "OK" button.
We remove unnecessary programs from the list by unchecking the checkbox in the left column. The changes will take effect only after a reboot, so after finishing editing, click "Apply", "OK" and reboot the computer.
Restarting Windows Explorer
Another way to free some of the RAM is to restart the system's user interface. Windows Explorer... To do this, you first need to disable it using the "Windows Task Manager". Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc, in the pop-up window go to the "Processes" tab and look for explorer.exe.
Press the on-screen button "End the process". The taskbar should disappear, as well as the desktop icons. Now you need to run the utility again. To do this, go to the "Task Manager" on another tab - "Applications" and click the "New task" button located in the lower right corner. In the small window that appears "Create a new task" in the "Open" input area, type explorer.exe.
Click "OK", restarting the application. The desktop icons and the taskbar are returned back, and some of the RAM was left unoccupied.
Regedit command
You can unload startup using registry editing. First, we call the editor, for which we press "Win" + R, and in the "Open" input area - the regedit command, and then press "OK".
The Registry Editor window is organized as a tree of sections. Moving along it, we sequentially find:
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER \ Software \ Microsoft \ Windows \ CurrentVersion \ Run
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER \ Software \ Microsoft \ Windows \ CurrentVersion \ RunOnce
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \ SOFTWARE \ Microsoft \ Windows \ CurrentVersion \ Run
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \ SOFTWARE \ Microsoft \ Windows \ CurrentVersion \ RunOnce
Each of them contains shortcuts to programs that start automatically. To remove an application from the Startup list, remove its shortcut from these sections.
Editing the registry requires certain user qualifications and caution, since careless removal of important components can disrupt the operation of the system.
The changes made will take effect immediately after the computer is restarted, and applications removed from "Startup" will no longer move to RAM without an invitation.
Virus removal
Physical memory deficit can be caused by activity malware... It is necessary to install a good antivirus program with a fresh base of signatures. For a while, free virus scanners, which can be downloaded from the manufacturers' websites, can also help. For example, Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool.
Cleaning your hard drive
A portion of the hard disk space is used by Windows 7 to store the paging file, otherwise known as virtual memory. Applications loaded into RAM but not running for a while are unloaded and written to this file. This frees up additional physical memory. For this method to work effectively, you need to have sufficient free space on your hard disk. Therefore, you need to regularly remove extra files, empty trash and uninstall unused applications. If your computer has a magnetic rather than solid-state HDD, you should regularly defragment, which is more convenient way organizes the storage of blocks of information and consolidates unallocated space.
Special programs for cleaning RAM
Advanced SystemCare
The Advanced SystemCare application is a flexible tool designed to customize the work of Windows, including by tidying up RAM. The program is distributed in several configurations, including a free one, which can be downloaded from the manufacturer's website. As with many free apps, Full Install includes a few promotional "gifts", so it's best to choose Custom Install and remove any unnecessary items.
The application interface is made in an unusual "magic" style, which can be changed if desired, but everything is presented in an accessible and convenient way.
Advanced SystemCare can do everything on its own if the user does not want to delve into the details, for which the "Simplified Mode" is provided. More fine tuning is available in the "Expert Mode".
Before starting work, you need to check, having previously marked (in the "Expert Mode") the investigated parameters.
Tab “ Quick parameters»Also serves to customize the operation of the application and once again demonstrates the advantages of the paid version, in which there are much more possibilities.
Having set all the switches to the desired position, click "Apply", and then run the check. The app shows interim reports for the user's entertainment.
The results are presented a little dramatically, in red tones, but also very informative. Fortunately, you can click the big Fix button to fix any problems you find.
The green color of the final screen means that the system is free from the found problems.
Advanced SystemCare has many additional utilities, one of which (Smart RAM) is designed to manage RAM.
However, an ordinary user can work in a simplified mode, this will significantly improve the performance of the computer and clear the RAM. There is also a modification of the Advanced SystemCare Ultimate package that contains a built-in antivirus.
Mini-programs to optimize RAM performance
Wise Memory Optimizer
Wise Memory Optimizer is another free program that specializes in memory management. It is aimed at novice users, has a simple and intuitive clear interface... There is also a portable version that does not require installation.
nCleaner
NCleaner is also free and takes up very little space. However, the app claims nearly a hundred options and cleaning tools, resource monitoring, download settings, managing major browsers, office applications and communicators.
The program removes temporary files, scans and fixes the registry, and also makes it possible to monitor and manage the state of RAM. An option is the ability to delete files from the hard drive without the possibility of recovery, which is important for sensitive or personal information.
CleanMem
The CleanMem utility is also designed to optimize memory performance, but it works according to a special algorithm. Every half hour, the program accesses the RAM, finds the blocks reserved but not used by other applications, and unloads them. CleanMem is also free and takes up very little space.
VC RamCleaner
VC RamCleaner is a miniature free program specially designed to clean up RAM. In automatic or manual mode, the application finds blocks of memory previously used by other programs that the system considers reserved and frees them.
MemoryCleaner
MemoryCleaner is a little more functional, but also a very small program for cleaning memory. Allows you to choose one of four optimization levels, has a memory status monitor, and can also start automatically.
RAM Memory Cleaner and Optimizer
RAM Memory Cleaner and Optimizer is a small program whose manufacturers also promise an instant release of RAM with all the positive consequences.
Video: how to unload RAM through Windows optimization (Mz RAM Booster program)
How not to clog the computer's RAM
In order not to clog up the RAM, you must follow a few simple rules:
Due to its specific nature, video memory does not require special cleaning procedures. The problems that arise are solved by rebooting, as well as updating the video card driver.
How to clean virtual memory
Virtual memory is essential for system stability. However, for various reasons, errors can accumulate in it, which causes the need for cleaning. Technically, this means deleting the paging file and re-creating it manually or every time you restart Windows.
Using the "Control Panel"
Press the "Start" button and select "Control Panel" in the right column.
We are looking for the line “System” in the window “All elements of the control panel” and go to it.
In the left part of the window that appears, there is the button we need “ Extra options systems ".
The System Properties window is organized in several tabs. We need "Advanced", or more precisely, one of the "Options" on-screen buttons related to the "Performance" part. We select it.
In the next window "Performance parameters" go to the "Advanced" tab. This is the current total paging file size. Click "Change ..."
The "Virtual memory" window gives you more detailed description paging file parameters.
Remove the checkmark from the item "Automatically select the size of the paging file", then in front of all disks set the switch "Without paging file" and click "Set".
It remains only to press the "OK" button, and then reboot. The paging file will be deleted by the system. Now you need to do the same, but in the last window, return the marks and restore the creation of the file.
Using the "Group Policy Editor"
In this way, you can force Windows to clean up virtual memory on its own during the logout process. The paging file will be deleted regularly, but for the same reason, it will take a little longer for the computer to shut down.
Press "Win" + R, in the entry position of the "Run" window, type gpedit.msc, then click on the "OK" button.
We call the "Editor group policy»
In the "Local Group Policy Editor" window that appears, go to the "Computer Configuration" tab in the left third, then select " Windows configuration».
Go to the "Windows Configuration" folder Select the "Local Policies" directory.
Go to the folder also named "Security Settings".
We are there. In the central third of the window there is a long list in which we are looking for "Shutdown: clearing the paging file of virtual memory", then activate the pop-up menu by pressing the right mouse button. Since we do not need "Help" now, we will stop at "Properties".
In the window with the same name, move the switch to "Enabled" and select "OK", saving the entered data.
From now on, Windows will automatically clean up virtual memory when the system shuts down.
Using the "Registry Editor"
This method is faster, but requires some experience, since the Windows 7 registry is a very important element, you should handle it carefully.
We call the "Registry Editor" using the already known Run window, but now we type regedit.exe at the input position.
The registry is presented in the form of subfolders, moving along the tree of which you can get to the required parameter. We need ClearPageFileAtShutdown, which is located here: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \ SYSTEM \ CurrentControlSet \ Control \ Session Manager \ Memory Management.
After we select the required directory, a list of parameters stored in it will be displayed in the window. Select ClearPageFileAtShutdown and right-click to open the pop-up menu.
Click on the "Change ..." option, after which a small window "Change DWORD (32-bit) parameter" opens. The parameter must be changed from "0" to "1".
It remains only to click "OK". Now the paging file will be cleaned by the system every time it exits.
Video: increasing RAM using a flash drive on a computer or laptop
After editing the "Startup" list, the simplest way to clear the RAM is to reboot the system. Appropriate registry settings and Windows services will also add free RAM space. If these measures are not enough, you can try to rectify the situation with the help of specialized programs or expand the memory by using external drives.
Random access memory is an important attribute of a personal computer. It is often cluttered with unnecessary processes and files that interfere with its normal functioning. For correct and fast computer operation, you should periodically unload and optimize the system manually or using special utilities.
Differences between types of computer memory: RAM, physical and video memory
Computer random access memory - memory that stores temporary information necessary for normal functioning running processes and programs. When the system is shut down, it is reset to zero.
The performance and speed of the computer depends on the amount of RAM.Computer performance depends on the amount of RAM: as the amount of RAM increases, the number of processes running simultaneously increases.
Physical memory is implemented in computer architecture in the form of microcircuits. It is divided into physical pages, and the address space is divided into logical pages. Physical memory includes hard disks, removable memory modules, external drives.
Performance problems are most often caused by insufficient physical memory.
A type of random access memory is video memory. This is memory that is used in computer graphics cards to handle graphics processes. Video memory supplies graphics processor all the information needed to render the image. The higher the value of the video memory, the easier it is for the processor to process the graphics of the computer, which means that the frames on the screen will change faster and better.
Video memory is required for graphics processing How to find out what the RAM is doing
Through the "Task Manager" you can see all currently running processes and the part of the RAM that they occupy. To run it:
In order not to clog up the RAM, it is worth minimizing tabs in the browser program in time, closing applications in the system itself and periodically restarting the computer. This will avoid the problem of freezing processes that may not appear in the list of programs in the task manager.
Video: How to enable Task Manager
How to optimize your RAM
You can optimize your RAM in various ways.
Close unnecessary programs and applications
We start unloading RAM by closing unnecessary programs.
Random access memory is the most important component of any computer or laptop. To a greater extent, it determines the speed of the device and, accordingly, the more RAM is installed on the computer, the better and easier it will work. You can increase the performance of your computer by increasing the physical amount of memory, but in Windows 7 you can do the same thing in a few different ways, for example, clean it.
What is RAM, physical and video memory
All operations with information are carried out CPU computer, and he does this only with the one that is contained in the random access memory. A lot of different information is loaded here, including intermediate results of various calculations and current data. Literally all operations performed by a computer imply access to RAM and its subsequent use. Thus, we can draw a simple conclusion - everything that you do on the computer, one way or another, can consume RAM resources. This makes it clear why computers with small amount RAM performance is much worse than other resource-intensive devices.
In addition to random access memory, there are several other types of memory, these are physical and video memory.
If you take a look at the system indicators that display the amount of RAM, you will probably be surprised, because there will be a slightly smaller amount than you installed. The system automatically reserves a certain amount of RAM for the functioning of the central processor. As a rule, this volume is not very large, but it is obligatory for the work of the "brain" of a personal computer. This part is called the physical memory of the device.
Each video adapter has its own memory. In fact, this is the same RAM, only installed on separate component computer, which performs the function of transferring the image to the monitor. Unlike traditional RAM strips, each of which the PC owner can independently replace (add, remove some or replace them), video memory is non-removable. As a result, it is possible to increase the amount of such memory only by replacing the old video adapter with a new one or by purchasing an additional video card.
How to see what the RAM is doing
Operating Windows system 7 can show the user information about what is in this moment time is occupied by the computer's RAM. All this can be viewed independently, without additional tools, using the system, built-in capabilities. The "Task Manager" will help users with this. It can be opened in two ways: Press the Ctrl + Alt + Del key combination on the keyboard and select the Task Manager application in the menu that appears. Right-click on the "Taskbar" and select "Task Manager" there.
By default, the program automatically opens the "Performance" tab to the user. Here you can see the load on the central processor at the current time, how much it is used. running programs and also take a look at the chronology of physical memory usage. In some cases, this may be necessary. However, this is only a loading graph. individual elements systems, and users can find more accurate and detailed information in the "Processes" tab.
The "Processes" contains all information about running applications on the computer, including even those processes that appeared as a result of failures. In the leftmost column, you can see the name of the process, in the penultimate one, the amount of RAM occupied by this or that process, and in the far right, a detailed description. Thus, you can look at the table and sort all processes, for example, by the amount of consumed resources and, if necessary, terminate them.
How to free up computer memory
RAM is often a scarce resource for many applications. The user launches some of them quite consciously, while others begin to work at the “will” of the system or because of autoloading. Do not forget that there are applications that deliberately harm the device, can consume a significant part of system resources - malicious software... Be that as it may, they all consume RAM, so the user needs to regularly clean up the RAM.
Close unnecessary programs and applications
The easiest way to clear RAM is to disable various programs and applications.
In this way, you can free some of the physical memory. All active programs and applications are displayed by the Windows 7 operating system in the form of special icons located at the bottom of the screen, on the "Taskbar". Thanks to the new the Aero interface, which appeared in Windows Vista, the user can easily view the working view of the windows. Thus, you can understand in which windows important, unsaved information remained. All those applications that you do not need now, you can disable and increase performance, free up computer memory, and for this, just click on the cross located at the top of the active window.
Separately, mention should be made of the work of web browsers. The fact is that each new tab that you open in the browser represents a separate process for the system. Thus, if the number of such tabs is large, and the amount of RAM, on the contrary, is small, then the performance of your computer will deteriorate significantly. If you don't need a browser at all now, then close it completely. If you only need some separate tabs then leave them and take away the rest. For example, it often happens that users enter a query into a search engine and leave this tab open. It will also use system resources, so make sure that all those tabs that you do not need are disabled.
If necessary, users can use the "Task Manager" to disable active applications. This will require:
All active tasks will be displayed here, including those that cannot be closed by simply clicking on the "cross" in the right upper corner windows (hung applications). Try to use this method only when some programs on your computer are frozen and do not respond to actions.
Remember, it's best not to overuse this way of disabling apps. In this case, this is an emergency shutdown of the program and, of course, some data may not be saved. In addition, disabling this way can cause problems the next time the application is launched.
Closing background processes and services
Some types of programs and applications run in the so-called background and consume RAM. As a rule, they do not have an active window. Their entire interface is either minimized to tray, or is not visible at all. However, this does not mean that they do not consume system resources. Often they are the reason for a decrease in the performance of a personal computer, a deterioration in its performance. Therefore, it is recommended to check all processes at least occasionally. To do this, you should:
All active processes will be displayed here. Be careful not to disable system processes, as this can lead to problems in the operation of the computer. If you have no idea what exactly can be disabled and what cannot, then take a look at the name of the process itself. Typically, it is identical or very similar to the application name. If you see familiar, unnecessary processes, then feel free to turn them off.
PC users rarely pay attention to running services. They, along with other applications and processes, consume resources, namely, they occupy physical memory computer. Some of the services are system services, disabling which can lead to problems, but there are also those that can be disabled without problems. You can view a list of all services running on your computer as follows:
As soon as you click on "Services", a special window will open, where complete information about a particular service on your computer will be displayed. You can no doubt disable the following types of services: "IP Helper", as it is simply useless on your home computer and has no practical value. "Secondary login" - it is advisable to disable it for security reasons. The Changed Links Tracking Client is a service that the average user will not need at all. "SSDP Discovery" - you need to enable only if you have devices connected to your computer via SSDP protocol. "Windows Search (Windows Search)" - the service is necessary only if you are too actively using the search on your computer. Fax — The service can only be left active if you are using your computer as a fax machine.
Cleaning up startup options
Autoloading is performed immediately after starting the graphical shell. In this case, all programs and applications included in the startup list will be loaded into the computer's RAM according to the list. Usually, various anti-virus applications are written here to ensure the user's safety while working on the network, mail applications (instant messengers), browsers, as well as malicious programs, provided that they are present on the computer and have not been recognized by any anti-virus software. If the user does not regularly check the "Startup" parameters, then over time there may accumulate many unnecessary applications which will partially consume RAM resources.
Most effective method cleaning startup is to change the system configuration. To start it, you should:
All programs and applications that start automatically from your operating system... You can disable all unfamiliar names without any problems.
Please note that the "Startup" may contain system utilities, the disabling of which may lead to malfunctions during the operation of the computer. Therefore, be careful.
Restarting Windows Explorer
You can free up a small part of the RAM by restarting the Windows Explorer process. He is nothing but user interface(start menu, windows, etc.). First you have to disable it, and then re-register it in a special line and run it. This will free up some of your RAM. To do this, you will need to do the following:
After that, the entire operating system interface should disappear, but don't worry - everything goes as it should. The next step is to restart the process:
All the icons, the interface will immediately return to their place, and at the same time some part of your computer's RAM will be freed.
Regedit command
You can free up a small part of the memory using the regedit command - clear system registry... This will require:
A special window of the registry editor will appear, where you have to navigate through it to find:
All of these directories contain shortcuts for software that runs automatically, without user intervention. They are located in the section to the right.
Be careful, as changing the data in the registry requires some skill and care. Removing important system components can cause your computer to malfunction.
Removing malware
It was already mentioned above that some types of malicious programs can consume only system resources. Others, less dangerous, simply use RAM for their work. In any case, it is necessary to fight these misfortunes in order to return the computer to its previous state. Antivirus software can be used to detect and remove malicious software. Fortunately, today developers provide free versions with limited functionality, but even so they are fully capable of protecting the computer from outside threats. To scan and remove viruses, it is enough:
Cleaning the computer hard drive
The hard drive of a computer often has a tough time. It can store a huge amount of data, including those that are not used by any program or application. All this over time can lead to a deterioration in the performance of the computer. In addition, it is on the hard disk that a certain amount of space is pre-locked for storing the paging file, which is otherwise called virtual memory. The system resorts to using it in the event that the RAM resources are no longer enough. Then the information is written into virtual memory and subsequently everything necessary is taken from there, but for effective work it is necessary that the hard disk has a sufficient amount of free space. That is why experts recommend regularly removing unused programs, emptying the recycle bin, and getting rid of obsolete files. In addition, it is recommended to defragment the hard disk. It will organize all the necessary files and folders into specific partitions on the hard disk, which will allow the system to find them much faster and easier in the future, without loading RAM or virtual memory. This can be done as follows:
Video: how to unload RAM
Special programs for cleaning RAM
If for some reason you are worried that you might harm your computer, for example, delete some required files or close system processes, you can use the software. It has all the necessary functionality for cleaning and unloading RAM.
Advanced SystemCare
This application is a whole set of settings for working with the operating system. With its help, users can clear the computer's RAM from unnecessary data. The developers supply this program in two variations - paid and free. In the first case, the functionality will be somewhat richer, but in the second you will get the same opportunity to unload RAM, and completely free of charge. It should be noted that the free version contains not the most pleasant "surprises" in the form of additionally installed programs. Therefore, during installation, you should specify "Custom installation" and remove all unnecessary things so as not to clog your computer even more. If you are an inexperienced user, you can change the interface to "Simplified". In the "Expert" mode, you can specify all those data that will be subjected to a thorough check. Change the parameters as you see fit and click on the "Check" button. After this procedure is completed, click "Fix" and you will get the result you wanted.
It should be noted that in whatever mode you carry out the check, the extra information from the RAM will still be deleted by the program and you will free up a significant part of the RAM.
Wise Memory Optimizer
Wise Memory Optimizer is no longer such a professional program, but it still allows you to perform all the necessary manipulations with the RAM. It is free and has Russian localization, so anyone can easily download and install it on their own Personal Computer... You don't need any special knowledge and skills to work with this utility. You can download portable version a program that does not require installation, but performs all the same functions. To clear and unload RAM, just run the application and click on the "Optimize" button. After completing the procedure, it is advisable to restart your personal computer, and you will immediately notice how much faster and better it began to work.
nCleaner
This is free app, along with others, allows the PC owner to optimize their own device, and not only by freeing up RAM. It can delete temporary and unnecessary files that are not used by any applications, delete data from the registry and clean information in RAM. To clear the RAM, just select the "Find Junk" item, click on the "Analyze" button and wait for the procedure to end.
CleanMem
This is one of the simplest utilities to clean up RAM. It does not have any third-party functions, therefore it takes up a minimum of hard disk space. In the application settings, the user can change the parameters for displaying processes, the program icon in the tray, and change other minor parameters. Perhaps the most important feature of the program is that it will work in automatic mode... You do not have to regularly run a RAM check with your own hands. It will be embedded into RAM every thirty minutes, search for hidden and reserved data and unload them, and all this will happen automatically after installation.
VC RamCleaner
VC RamCleaner is an analogue of the previous utility. This is also a small and simple application used purely for cleaning and unloading RAM. After starting the utility, you will receive information about the maximum amount of RAM on the computer and the currently used one. Click on the Clean System Memory button, and you will immediately get the desired result after the cleaning procedure is completed. The procedure can be performed with your own hands or you can specify in the settings an acceptable time interval, after which the program will automatically re-analyze the system.
MemoryCleaner
The program, like the others, has a simple interface, does not take up too much space on the hard drive and allows you to unload RAM. After starting, it will be enough for you to click on the Start button, the verification and cleaning procedure will start. The results and history of checks can be viewed in the corresponding tab. The utility shows up-to-date information on the amount of RAM, the amount used and the amount cleared.
RAM Memory Cleaner and Optimizer
The same easy-to-use, small program that suits every user. After installation and launch, a window will appear where the actual information by the consumed system resources at the current time. Despite the seeming simplicity of the utility, it allows you to free not only RAM, but also the central processor. To do this, just click on the Start Optimizer button. You can minimize the application to the tray and not complete the process, then the utility will systematically be introduced into the device's RAM and regularly free it from unnecessary information.
How not to clog the computer's RAM
In order not to clutter up the computer's RAM, it is enough to regularly monitor what programs you have open. If any running application you do not need now, then feel free to close it. Do not forget that each tab of the web browser also consumes RAM, so when surfing the web, try to remove those sites that you no longer need. Often, users forget to restart their computer, and such a simple procedure greatly contributes to the unloading of RAM. The last thing to mention in this case is to use an antivirus to prevent malware from entering your computer. Many viruses and worms consume a lot of RAM, which will have a negative impact on PC performance.
Video memory, due to its specificity, does not need any specialized cleaning. The user will only have to restart the computer or reinstall the drivers for the graphics adapter.
How to clean virtual memory
Virtual memory is just as important as RAM. The device usually resorts to using it in the event that the RAM resources are already insufficient. Therefore, users are advised to regularly clean it. This can be done in two ways: using the "Control Panel" or "Group Policy Editor".
In the first case, you will need:
The current information about the virtual data of the computer will be displayed here. Change the parameters of the paging file using the "Set" button and specify the optimal value.
Remember that it should be no more than 50% of the RAM.
In the second case:
- Press the Win + R key combination on the keyboard;
- Enter the name of the gpedit.msc application in the displayed line;
- Go to the "Computer configuration" tab;
- Open "Windows Configuration" and select "Security Options" on the right;
- In the "Local Policies" folder, go to the "Security Settings" folder;
- In the list you need to find the option "Shutdown: clear the paging file of virtual memory" and run the parameters;
- The last step is to change the switch to the "On" position and confirm the changes.
Video: how to work with virtual memory
Manually or with the help of additional utilities, each user can free up a significant part of the RAM and increase the speed of his own computer, optimize it and continue to work without crashes and freezes. Regular cleaning and unloading of RAM will bring great results.
What takes up computer memory and how to clear it
If you remember, not so long ago I published on a blog, in which I talked about the processor load. So, here I would like to draw a parallel, since applications that load the CPU also take up RAM.
This means that we will use the same tools to identify resource-intensive processes. This is good, because people are lazy by nature and do not always want to learn something new.
It is worth starting, of course, with the Task Manager already known to us. Press the magic combination CTRL + ALT + DEL on the keyboard and begin to figure it out. Oh yes, that's interesting.
Immediately sort the "Memory" column in descending order and see the programs that consume the most resources. The simplest thing to do is right-click extra menu and complete the process.
But again I want to warn you. Watch what you close. Systemic Windows processes do not touch without a clue. And to find out that the system is using it, you can use the "Details" function or use the search on the Internet. The picture above is just an example of such a (system) process.
Don't fruit browser tabs
We all love to surf the Internet. Well, how can it be without him in our time. It often happens that a user has a whole pool of tabs open in their browser. Of course, because many people manage to read the news at the same time, correspond in social networks. networks and, for example, check mail. Geeks!
Each such tab is located in the computer's RAM. Consider how easy it is to load it to the limit. Hence the conclusion: do not keep pages you do not need open. Why guys? Used and closed. It's as simple as that.
The following example shows that for each such page, Yandex Browser launches a separate process. And now imagine if the amount of RAM on the computer is already enough end-to-end. There is something to think about. 
Look at startup and services
I think everything is clear here. We go to the section of the Task Manager of the same name and see if everything from the above list is really needed to work in the background.
Quite often on the Web, in cases of severe memory shortage, it is advised to disable services that are not directly related to Microsoft, that is, to the system ones. As for me, the measure is not quite popular, but it has the right to exist.
It is done as follows on Windows example 10. In the search bar, drive in the combination indicated under the figure below and go to the "Services" section. 
Of course, after actions with startup and services, it is advisable to restart the computer. Well, did it turn on for you? So you did everything right. And in this place I caught myself thinking that the post smoothly moved on to the topic of how to clear the RAM. 😉
Let's summarize. Now you know how to analyze occupied memory computer. If all of the above manipulations did not help you, it may be time to think about increasing its volume. What do you think about this? Write in the comments.
