# Express PC Pro

> Helpful tech tips, how-tos, and IT support advice for home users and businesses in New York – powered by Express PC Pro.

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## Pages

- [Piccola Tech Support Services](https://expresspc.pro/our-partners/piccola-tech-business-support/): Reliable IT partner for hospitality, food & retail businesses – Piccola Tech delivers secure, scalable, and proactive tech solutions.
- [Tech Tips](https://expresspc.pro/tech-tips/): Helpful tech tips, how-tos, and IT support advice for home users and businesses in New York – powered by Express PC Pro.
- [Our Partners](https://expresspc.pro/our-partners/): We appreciate the trust and support of our partners – driving shared success, innovation, and long-term collaboration.
- [Home](https://expresspc.pro/): Reliable IT services for home users and businesses in New York. Express PC Pro offers tech support, repairs, and secure solutions.

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## Posts

- [How to Speed Up a Slow Computer](https://expresspc.pro/pc-performance-upgrades/how-to-speed-up-a-slow-computer/): How to Speed Up a Slow Computer – discover 6 easy fixes to boost performance and fix lagging PCs without upgrades. Works for Windows and Mac.

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## Pages

### Piccola Tech Support Services

> Reliable IT partner for hospitality, food & retail businesses – Piccola Tech delivers secure, scalable, and proactive tech solutions.

- Published: 2025-05-17
- Modified: 2025-05-24
- URL: https://expresspc.pro/our-partners/piccola-tech-business-support/



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### Tech Tips

> Helpful tech tips, how-tos, and IT support advice for home users and businesses in New York – powered by Express PC Pro.

- Published: 2025-05-11
- Modified: 2025-05-13
- URL: https://expresspc.pro/tech-tips/

Helpful tech tips, how-tos, and IT support advice for home users and businesses in New York – powered by Express PC Pro.



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### Our Partners

> We appreciate the trust and support of our partners – driving shared success, innovation, and long-term collaboration.

- Published: 2025-05-09
- Modified: 2025-05-18
- URL: https://expresspc.pro/our-partners/



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### Home

> Reliable IT services for home users and businesses in New York. Express PC Pro offers tech support, repairs, and secure solutions.

- Published: 2022-01-24
- Modified: 2025-05-17
- URL: https://expresspc.pro/

Reliable IT services for home users and businesses in New York. Express PC Pro offers tech support, repairs, and secure solutions.



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## Posts

### How to Speed Up a Slow Computer

> How to Speed Up a Slow Computer – discover 6 easy fixes to boost performance and fix lagging PCs without upgrades. Works for Windows and Mac.

- Published: 2025-05-11
- Modified: 2025-05-13
- URL: https://expresspc.pro/pc-performance-upgrades/how-to-speed-up-a-slow-computer/
- Categories: PC Performance & Upgrades
- Tags: DIY tech fixes, Performance tips, Slow computer, Windows tips

Discover 6 easy fixes to boost performance and fix lagging PCs without upgrades. Works for Windows and Mac.

Simple fixes anyone can try before buying a new machine A sluggish computer can be one of the most frustrating problems – whether you’re trying to get work done, join a Zoom call, or stream a video. The good news? Most slowdowns don’t require a trip to the repair shop. In many cases, a few quick adjustments can make your machine noticeably faster. Here are practical, proven tips to help speed up your slow computer, based on both expert advice and real-world troubleshooting. Before You Start: the tips in this guide are safe and effective when applied carefully. If you're unsure about any step – especially when disabling startup items or uninstalling software – it's best to research the item first or consult a tech professional. Proceed with caution to avoid affecting essential system functions. Disable Unnecessary Startup Programs When your computer starts, it often loads a list of background programs – some of which you may not even use. These can drain memory and slow everything down. Here’s how to fix it: On Windows, open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and click the Startup tab. Disable programs you don’t need right away. On macOS, go to System Settings > Users & Groups > Login Items. From there, disable only the programs you recognize and don’t need immediately. If you're unsure, it's best to research the program first or test changes one at a time to ensure nothing essential is affected. Disabling unneeded startup apps reduces boot time...

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