How To Eliminate Spyware From Your Computer

When you are browsing on the internet,  is there often a 'pop-up' ad in your computer? If yes, that means your computer has been exposed to spyware. And it's kinda annoying, so before I'm going to tell you how to eliminate spyware. Did you know what spyware really is? Well, according to Wikipedia spyware is a software that aims to gather information about a person or organization without their knowledge, that may send such information to another entity without the consumer's consent, or that asserts control over a device without the consumer's knowledge.

"Spyware" is mostly classified into four types: adware, system monitors, tracking cookies, and trojans; examples of other notorious types include digital rights management capabilities that "phone home", keyloggers, rootkits, and web beacons. Recently, my computer was infected by spyware and when I try to scanned it with the antivirus. Nothing showed up, my antivirus says that my computer is fine. After trying so many ways to eliminated the spyware, I finally did it and here's how:

Install A Spyware Removal Software
There are so many spyware removal program out there. But what is the most effective program to remove spyware? After playing around with so many spyware removal programs that I can found on the internet, I finally found a good software that can remove all spyware on my computer. Hopefully, this can help you guys:

1. The first software is SpyBot Search & Destroy. You can download it at http://www.safer-networking.org. Install this software and update its database by pressing the 'search for update' button. Press the 'Search for Problems' button and delete the program it finds. Reboot your computer.
2. The second software is Ad-aware, created by Lava-Soft (http://www.lavasoftusa.com). Download the free version and install it on your computer. As before, first update the database and run it. Remove any programs it finds and reboot your computer

You should do all the steps above all over again, just to make sure the spyware is eliminated completely. And don't forget to update the database, at least once a week.

 

Be Careful To What You Are Downloading

If you often download a pirate software on the internet, you should be careful. Because there are so many software developer that often insert or put a harmful software that your antivirus can't detect. Some of the steps below may help to prevent this kind of problem from happening again:

1. Be careful with the programs you install. Many downloadable programs like Kazaa, Imesh etc. Which installs other software that can make your computer slow and can even make your computer and crash.
2. Update your computer with the patch provided by Microsoft. In Internet Explorer, go to Tools> Windows Update> Product Update and install all available security updates. It is important to update these security fixes regularly. Update also Java VM because many programs use it. 
3. In Internet Explorer, click Tools> Internet Options> Security> Internet. Press the 'default' button and press 'OK'. Now press 'Custom Level'. For 'ActiveX', select 'prompt' for 'Download signed and unsigned ActiveX control'. Select 'disable' for 'Download unsigned ActiveX controls' and 'Initialize and script ActiveX control'.

If you are using the internet, you may be asked if there is software that will install on your computer. For websites that you already know and trust you can move them to 'Trusted Zone' in Internet option> security.

 

Update Your Antivirus

One of the main reason why your computer was infected by spyware, is because your Antivirus definition is outdated. This happened because viruses or spywares are evolving, so your outdated antivirus will be overwhelming and can't detect the virus or spyware. And to prevent something like this to happened, you should evolve your antivirus. Just simply open your Antivirus and click update. That way, you will be save from virus or spyware attack.

 

That is how I eliminate the spyware in my computer. If you are successfully eliminated the spyware and didn't want this to happened again, just make sure you didn't install a pirate software. How hard is it to just buy the software from the developer?

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10 Most Dangerous Hacker Of All Time

Last time I already give you a list about 15 Most Dangerous Virus Of All Time, and now i'm going to give you another most dangerous list. Yes, it's top 10 most dangerous hacker of all time. Just like we know, there are lots of hacker out there pretending to be a good guy. And they could make a billions of dollar in losses either to a company, bank, and even you. They can steal your personal information, spread a virus in your computer, and spying on you through your webcam and then sell it in a deepweb. But not all hackers are bad, there are some of good hackers and most of them are working for antivirus company. 

10 Most Dangerous Hacker Of All Time

You probably heard the word hacker from internet and television but did you know what hacker really means? Well, hacker is a person with the skills and knowledge of computers or computer networks above average. Hackers can learn in depth about the workings of a system, so the hacker become an expert in the field of control of the system, a computer or computer network. And this is the list of the most dangerous  hacker of all time.

1. Julian Assange

Julian Assange is a publisher, hackers, and Internet activist. His name was in the world spotlight because of the site he made, Wikileaks that reveal a state and company's secret document to the public. In 1987, at the age of 16 years, Julian started his career in the field of computer hackers. He use "Mendax" as his name. Together with two other colleagues, he founded a group called the International Subversives. Julian and his friends are not destroyer program or website. They steal data that is 'secret' from the site and share them with the public.

Finally, they set up Wikileaks. The initial goal of this site is to dismantle the behavior of companies that are considered unethical, and help eradicate corruption in public institutions. The motto of Wikileaks is noble enough, the transparency / openness. Transparency creates a better life for all people. Good supervision will reduce corruption and strengthen democracy in all social institutions, including governments, corporations, and other organizations.

2. John McAfee

Next is John McAfee, He was the creator and founder of McAfee Anti Virus Computer. It all started when he worked at a company called Lockheed, John McAfee receive a copy of a computer virus named Pakistani Brain.

It is a computer virus that emerged in 1986 and attacked the DOS File Allocation Table system, also known as boot viruses. The virus is made by Basid and Amjad Farooq Alvi who is one of the dangerous virus at the time. From there, John McAfee compelled to create software that can detect and remove viruses automatically.

3. James Kosta

At the age of 13, James Kosta has earned US $ 1,500 per month as an IT consultant. He even managed to persuade the school to let him inaugurate the computer club and run his business from there.

His talent was then considered by a group of hackers. When he was 14 years old, James Kosta also contributed to a hacking action against a large computer company. Like IBM, General Electric, and big banks. When he was 18, he was finally sentenced to work in the Navy as an intelligence analyst.

4. Gary McKinnon

Gary McKinnon is a Scottish hacker who managed to infiltrate the US owned military network in 2001-2002. He claims that he can prove that aliens have landed on earth. Although he once hacked the US military network, the US was unable to extradite him. It is said that he was under the supervision of the British government.

5. Adrian Lamo

Adrian Lamo is known as "Homeless Hacker", because he has never settled in a place for too long. In 2002, Lamo reportedly broke into the internal computer network of The New York Times. Because of his actions, Limo had to stay in prison for two years and pay a fine of US $ 65.000.But, he did not give up. Reportedly, Limo allegedly committed a criminal burglary against secret documents
belonging to the United States military.

6. Jonathan James

Jonathan James (December 12, 1983 - May 18, 2008) is from South Florida. During his lifetime, he managed to steal software owned by the United States Space Agency (NASA). This led NASA to shut down its servers for three weeks in July 2000. NASA also suffered a cost of US $ 41,000, which was used to check and repair the system.

Jonathan James died on May 18, 2008 for gunshot wounds. At first, there was no information about the cause of his death and reaping conspiracy in the US community. However, the police finally issued the results of the investigation that he was killed for committing suicide.

7. Jeanson James Ancheta

Jeanson James Ancheta was the person who first created the Botnet. Botnets are a group of hackers who work together to destroy various computer systems for personal gain. Ancheta used a computer worm called rxbot in 2004 to control 500,000 computers, including computers belonging to the US military. He was finally caught in 2005 and must be 60 months in prison, and pay a fine of US $ 16,000.   

8. Kevin Poulsen

Kevin Poulsen is known as Dark Dante in the hacker community. He is a good man in the daytime and evil at night. Poulsen is the most famous cyber criminal in America ever. To become a hacker, Poulsen taught himself self-taught.

One of the best acts he ever took was taking over the telephone line to the Los Angeles KIIS-FM radio station. Poulsen was eventually arrested by the FBI and sentenced to 51 months in prison and had to pay a fine of US $ 56,000.

9. Kevin David Mitnick

Kevin David Mitnick is one of the most famous and dangerous hackers of all time. He was able to hack and steal computer passwords, change computer networks, log onto computer networks, and read other people's personal e-mail. Kevin is touted as "The Most Wanted Computer Criminal in United States History". However, he is currently working in the security industry.

10. Michael Calce

Michael Calce was only 15 when he broke into the world's largest commercial website. The hacker, also known as MafiaBoy in 2000, launched a DDoS attack on 75 computers on 52 networks, including eBay, Amazon and Yahoo sites. Eventually, he was arrested and sentenced to 8 months in prison with a small fine.

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How To Fix Android That Often Restart / Shutdown By Itself

Android is a great operating system, it was convenient, it have a great applications and games, and a friendly user interface. But there's one thing that I really hate from Android. Yes, not like any other operating systems. Android have so many problems, from malware, syncing error, slow user interface, and so many else. And this time I will give you a solution to a problem on Android that I've just experienced.

Just like I said before, Android have so many applications and games. From an education apps, photography apps, and an entertainment apps. Whatever your android smart phone, there's always an application that very interesting to download. But, download so many applications and games could harm your smart phone. The problems may occur after you install an applications or games, and that problem was a smart phone that often restart or shutdown by itself. For people that just have an android smart phone, it will be so annoying and frustrating. But before we go to the solution, we will see why your android restart or shutdown by itself

Why Does That Happen?

There are so many causes that allow this to happen, and this time we will only mention a few. However, most of this problems appear because:

1. The occurrence of an error in the software itself. If application is damaged due to certain things, maybe you accidentally delete a file system then indirectly it makes the android system errors, hangs, restarts itself.

2. Overload At the CPU, RAM and GPU memory. The number of applications you run make the hardware can not do everything. Every smart phone has the ability that is different, as a wise user you do not need to force something that is not able to do your own smart phone. Overload on major hardware such as CPU, RAM Memory and GPU would make it hangs, and ultimately the smart phone will restart / die by itself.

3. Android System has been root. Root does look very good for users, but in fact the root is not good for the smart phone itself. With root users can access the system which previously could not be accessed, and users can install heavy games that previously could not be installed. But sometimes root in some cases can make a file system error, possible crashes on certain files and resulted in Android that shutdown by itself.

4. Too Much Junk Files. Each time you open and run the application, it would produce junk files or cache files continuously. And if the files are kept piling up and never cleaned, it can cause android phone feels heavy, frequent errors, force close arrived - arrived, hang, and finally restart by itself.

5. A Virus Attacked Your Smart phone. The virus is a threat to all operating systems, either on a computer or smart phone. a dangerous virus could be causing all the systems were completely destroyed. For example is restart by itself, the virus may enter the system reboot that makes smart phones frequent restarts. We recommend using a reliable anti-virus to remove and prevent the virus to enter the android system.

From the causes above surely you've think about problems on your android smart phone. To fix this, you can see the tips how to fix android smart phone that often restarts by itself below.

How To Fix Android That Often Restart / Shutdown By Itself

1. Pull the battery and external memory. Before you do so much, turn off and then unplug the smart phone battery and microSD for several seconds. Let chipset does not receive the energy from the battery and then put the battery and the microSD  and turn it back on.

2. Delete Cache File. When you open an applications or game, does your phone often restart by itself? Go to Settings> Application> All and then find the application. Tap the "Clear Cache" and "Clear Data". 

3. Update Your Install Application. It is caused by bugs of an application that has not been updated. To do this you should open the Google Play Store> My Apps>  Installed and then updated. But if the android shutdown or died after you update it, just remove the update.

4. Wipe Cache Partition. The next thing that you should do is to change your android smart phone to wipe cache partition settings. But you only do this, if your android smart phone doesn't have a problem with viruses or trojans that interfere with android systems. 

To do this, you have to turn off your smart phone. And then Press the Volume Up button along with the Home button and the Power, After the phone vibrates, release the Power button and hold on the Home button and Volume Up. After android picture appear in your smart phone, then android boot system will appear with bluescreen then release all buttons and select wipe cache partition. Then Press the Power button after the cursor is in "reboot system now" for the reset process. Wait in minutes HP you restart and will return to normal and see the different after and before the reset wipe cache partition.

5. Factory Reset. This is the last way before you decide whether to perform service or not. all the above steps have you follow and your phone still have a problems, there may be some errors in software causing the system to crash.

The most effective solution is to do a factory reset! But remember, if you do this, then all the data stored on your phone will be lost, and the phone display will be like the first time we buy. But wait! If it turns your mobile phone using the Android OS Marshmallow and above, then you MUST remember the password of the Google account that you are currently using.

If you didn't want this happen, then next time you should check if an application that you are about to download are reliable.

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5 Ways to Take Care of Laptop LCD

If you have a laptop, you must have an experienced with a dirty LCD. And it can be difficult to cleaned or if you are not careful you can break your LCD. But before we go to the main topic, what is LCD exactly? Well according to Wikipedia, LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) is a media type that uses a liquid crystal display as the main performers. LCD's have been used in various fields, for example in electronic devices such as televisions, calculators or computer screen. On the color LCD monitors, there are many points of light (pixels) that consists of a single liquid crystal as a point of light. Although referred to as a point of light, this liquid crystal does not emit light. The light source in an LCD device is a white fluorescent lights at the rear of the liquid crystal composition. Light point numbering tens of thousands, perhaps millions that forms the image display. Polar liquid crystals through which electric current will change due to the influence of the magnetic field arising polarization and therefore will only let some color filtered forwarded while other colors.

Today, we will talking about how to clean your laptop LCD without breaking it. And remember laptop LCD is different than desktop LCD. Why? Because Desktop LCD is bigger and has a lot of powerful specs in it. As for the Laptop LCD somewhat thinner and can not survive for long. Let's just go to the list shall we?

5 Ways to Take Care of Laptop LCD

Taking care of your Laptop LCD is the first thing that you should do to maintain your laptop's performance. Because if you didn't, you will have to replace it or fixed it which is gonna cost a lot of money. So if you didn't want to lose some money, you should check this one out.

1. Adjust Brightness and Contrast Levels On Screen

The simplest and easiest way to do it, is to set the brightness and contrast in the medium or normal conditions, not too bright and not too dim. Our eyes it was more like the normal thing, too bright is not good on the eye, while too dim nor too good on the eye. 

2. Set The Time Off LCD

When you are not in front of a laptop, you can set the Time Off LCD. The aim is that the laptop does not remain lit LCD while you stay. You can set it within a few minutes(Stand-by). In addition to making it more durable LCD, this method can also save energy or laptop battery power.

3. Clean the LCD From Dust And Dirt Regularly

Next tip is by cleaning the Laptop LCD with special fluids regularly. Use a soft cloth or tissue to clean a laptop from dirt or dust. At least you can do once a week.

4. Never Close Laptop When It's Hot

Closing your laptop when it's still hot can damaged your LCD. The worse thing that could happen, is that there will be a white stripes in your LCD. Even worse, that white stripes will increase. Therefore, avoid closing the laptop in hot conditions. If it is not used, you should turn off your laptop.

5. Pay Attention When Opening And Closing The Laptop

Every time you open or close the laptop, you should do in a way that is smooth and good. Do not be too rough or too hard in order to shut down the laptop LCD laptop remains safe and no damage occurred.

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Here Is Why Smart Phone Have A Rectangular Shape

Smart phone, almost everyone have this small, thin, rectangular device. From children to adult, almost everyone have smart phone, and it's already become part of our life. We use smart phone for everything, from calling someone, browsing, playing video games, and many more. The ease and sophistication of the smart phones is what makes people so addicted to smart phones. Despite all of that, have you ever stopped and wondered why most smart phones have a rectangular shape?

Why Smart Phone Have A Rectangular Shape?

You guys must have never thought why most smart phone takes the form of a rectangle. Today's people only use smart phone without knowing the fact or the reason behind it, well as quoted from JalanTikus. There was a reason why smart phones rectangular shape, and here is why.

1. It's All Starting from How We See

Which one did you choose? A big screen or a small screen? Definitely a big screen right? That's why most people love going to the cinema instead of watching a movie on TV. Well, compared with the on-screen display square or circular, rectangular display screen more comfortable to be enjoyed both vertically and horizontally.

2. Ever Heard About Aspect Ratio?

The aspect ratio is a number that indicates the ratio of length and width of an image plane. To put it crudely, the aspect ratio can also be explained as a proportion of the screen image to the size of the screen itself. If the proportion is fitting, then watching or playing the game would be more comfortable. The aspect ratio that make human's eyes more comfortable is 16:9 and it was rectangular shape.

3. The Importance Of Symmetrical Things

Did you ever realized that symmetrical aspect in every things, affect convenience when we see? That's why you feel so comfortable, when you see something that perfectly aligned. Turned out to see the row of letters on a rectangular field will make our eyes more comfortable. In addition, the rectangular shape of the screen will make the letter would not be out of the frame.

Read Also: How To Fix Android That Often Restart By Itself

4. Because The Pixels Are Square

Pixels are the smallest part in an image that is calculated per inch. Pixel is derived from the English acronym Picture Element. And it was square shape, That's why every time you zoom the image in Photoshop, it will show the form of boxes. Because of this pixel shape of the box, then the picture would be great if you fill out a rectangular display than the shape of a circle.

5. The Field Of Rectangular Is Wider Than Circle or Triangle

According to calculations, a rectangular field wider than the field of a circle or triangle. That's why the rectangular display surface is able to accommodate a lot of character letters. The count is a square area will always be greater than the area of a circle. Because in mathematics, area of a rectangle is length x width. While the area of a circle is 2 x 3.14 x radius.

6. Rectangle Is More Convenient To Held

A rectangular shaped smart phone is more comfortable to grip when in use, not just that but also when stored in your pant's pocket.

Now you know why smart phone have a rectangular shape. Even if most smart phone use rectangular shape, there are lots smart phone that have a weird shape.

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Top 10 Emulator For Your PC

For a gamers, buying a game or console will be a problem. But what if you can play a console game on PC for free?! Don't worry, you can do just that. But if you want to play a console game on a PC, you should download an emulator first. Before we are going to the list, I'm going to tell you what is emulator exactly. So according to wikipedia, an emulator is hardware or software that enables one computer system (called the host) to behave like another computer system (called the guest). An emulator typically enables the host system to run software or use peripheral devices designed for the guest system.

There are lots of emulator out there, and i'm gonna give you the best of the best and these emulators will worth your time. But we're not just gonna talk about new consoles, we were also gonna talk about an old consoles like N64, SNES, GBA, NDS, and so many else.

Top 10 Emulator For Your PC
Most of us grew up playing with one video game or another. Super Mario, Tetris, Pacman – whatever floats your boat – are part of our childhood and sometimes we want to revisit that childhood but alas, these games are hard to come by. And here are some of the best emulators for you to play.

1. RetroArch

RetroArch is an emulator where you can play games from pretty much every retro console. Like Gamecube, Xbox 360, PlayStation Portable, and many else. While for handheld game consoles, it supports Game Boy Advance games and older. RetroArch is actually based on cores, with each core emulating a console, i.e. GBA will have its own core as well as the NES. This means that as new emulators get created, it is possible to turn them to cores to run on RetroArch. In fact, it is also possible to run it on various modern consoles.

2. OpenEmu

This emulator is the same like RetroArch. But the difference is, OpenEmu is an emulator for Mac users. The default download of the software won’t emulate the same amount of consoles as Retroarch can but there is an experimental version that will, note that it may not be as stable. If you have a Mac and a lot of old video games lying around, OpenEmu is most definitely the one to get. With it, you can manage your collection with a beautiful front-end, as OpenEmu can help you name the games and get the box art online automatically.

Read Also: Best Nintendo DS Games of All Time

3. Dolphin

Dolphin is an emulator for PC, where you can play Gamecube/Wii emulator and is currently the only emulator that can emulate a console of the 7th generation (PS3/XBox 360/Wii) and emulate it well, due to the internals being similar to the GameCube. The emulator will also allow you to run your GameCube games on a HD wide screen, even if the game doesn’t support it. It is under constant development, with their latest being able to tap into Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, so expect continuous improvements and updates.

4. PCSX2

Playstation 2 is the most popular console, and if you didn't have one. Don't worry because PCSX2 is there for you. The one disadvantage is that this emulator requires a fairly powerful computer due to the structure of the PS2 internals but if you’ve got that covered, it can run most of the games available on the platform. PCSX2 is based on a plug-in system and with the proper configurations, you can upscale your games to HD quality.

5. PPSSPP

Just like the name, this emulator is made for playing PSP games. It was created by one of the cofounders of Dolphin and just like Dolphin, is easy to set up and can play a large number of PSP games. You can even transfer your PSP saves into it and continue where you left off. PPSSPP is still a work in progress with new features and fixes constantly being added.

6. DeSmuME

There are lots of Nintendo DS emulator out there. And I think the best one among them, will be DeSmuME. With both screens simulated on your computer monitor. Your mouse is used as a stylus for the touch input. It even supports games that require you to play your device sideways. It’s been in constant development with the developers improving and adding new features into it to make it run smoothly. And it has been on the scene long, so most games should be able to run on it without problems.

7. DOSBox

Did you have an old Dos games that you can't play anymore? If you do, then you should try this emulator. DOSBox specializes in emulating an environment where MS-DOS programs can run as intended. In fact, it runs so well that game companies use it to repackage their old DOS games so that they can be played on modern computers. As a side note, it is entirely possible to run Windows 9x and DOS-based operating systems on DOSBox if you want to.

8. ScummVM

If you’re a fan of the old style click-and-point adventures, you’re sure to enjoy ScummVM. This program was design to run games that uses the SCUMM scripting language, which was used in many click-and-point games made by LucasArts as well as other companies. Because of this, it can run games on systems other than the one originally intended. So games that were made for Windows can now run on Mac or Linux.

9. ePSXe

Now if you still miss the old Playstation 1 games, you should download this emulator. Because this program will allow you to run nearly all your PS1 games flawlessly, so long as your machine has the juice and is configured correctly. The emulator uses a plug-in system where nearly everything is handled using plug-ins, so you might want to research on the best way to configure it to your computer.

10. Mupen64plus

Mupen64plus is an N64 emulator. The program itself doesn’t come with a GUI so downloading a front-end may be required for ease of use, with the developers providing links to some recommended ones. Similar to many programs emulating its generation of consoles, it uses a plug-in system and you would definitely want to try a few to enhance your performance.

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10 Countries With Fastest Internet Connection In The World

Internet is very important to our life, thanks to the Internet. We can send a mail without buying a stamp and envelope, we can also meet a new friends from around the world, and thanks to the Internet we can find and apply for a job at ease. Internet is everywhere, you can connect or to the internet in every place. In your home, your office, a park, and even in the restroom. Almost everyone can accessed the internet, especially people who live in a town. But not everyone can get a fast internet.

Did you just hate it when you are surfing on the internet, and then all of sudden your internet connection was slowing down. Well, we've all been there and some of us was really angry when the internet connection started to slowing down. But before you start to blowing up, I'm gonna tell you a list of countries that have a fast internet connection. So if you have a problem with your internet connection, just move there. Before we start to the list, look at the table to compare the speed difference from bits/second until Megabit/second:

Unit	Bits	Bytes
1 kbps	1.000 b/s	125 B/s
1 Mbps	1.000 kb/s	125 kB/s
1 Gbps	1.000 Mb/s	125 MB/s

10 Countries With Fastest Internet Connection In The World

According to a report that published by Akamai, Countries that have the fastest Internet connection speed in the second quarter of 2014 was South Korea with an average speed of 24.6 Mbps. Hongkong China ranks second with Internet connection speed of 15.7 Mbps average. Indonesia only ranks 101 with an average speed Internet 2,5Mpbs.

Read Also: The History Of The Internet

Here are 10 of the State or region that has the fastest Internet connection in the World based on research results Akamai in 2014 Q2

1. South Korea

Internet Speed Q2       : 24,6 Mbps
Internet Speed Q1       : 23,6 Mbps
Comparison Q1 & 2     : Up 4%

 2. Hongkong
Internet Speed Q2   : 15,7 Mbps

Internet Speed Q1   : 13,3 Mbps

Comparison Q1 & 2 : Up 18%

3. Switzerland

Internet Speed Q2   : 14,9 Mbps

Internet Speed Q1   : 12,7 Mbps

Comparison Q1 & 2 : Up 17%

4. Japan
Internet Speed Q2   : 14,9 Mbps

Internet Speed Q1   : 14,6 Mbps

Comparison Q1 & 2 : Up 2%

5. Holland

Internet Speed Q2   : 14,3 Mbps

Internet Speed Q1   : 12,4 Mbps

Comparison Q1 & 2 : Up 15%

6. Swedish

Internet Speed Q2   : 13,6 Mbps

Internet Speed Q1   : 11,6 Mbps

Comparison Q1 & 2 : Up 17%

7. Latvia
Internet Speed Q2   : 13,5 Mbps

Internet Speed Q1   :  12 Mbps

Comparison Q1 & 2 : Up 13%

8. Ireland

Internet Speed Q2   : 12,6 Mbps

Internet Speed Q1   : 10,7 Mbps

Comparison Q1 & 2 : Up 18%

9. Czech Republic

Internet Speed Q2   : 12,6 Mbps

Internet Speed Q1   : 11,2 Mbps

Comparison Q1 & 2 : Up 12%

10. Romania

Internet Speed Q2   : 11,8 Mbps

Internet Speed Q1   : 9,3 Mbps

Comparison Q1 & 2 : Up 27%

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How To Clean Your Computer

Sometimes trash can be a major problem, not only for your house but for your computer too. Your computer may slow down because of the trash that has accumulated or stored on your computer. Or even worse, your computer can be exposed to the virus just because the trash in your computer. The only solution to this problem is to clean your computer, there are lots of way to clean up your computer out there, but does any of these ways have been proven effective?

Computer cleanup is something that you must do, if you do not want your computer exposed to the virus and slowing down. Not only cleaning your software or your operating system but cleaning your hardware also helping, no one like dusty computer hardware right? Anyway let's just go to the list.

Update Your Computer
Before you start cleaning your computer, you should check if your computer already up to date. Because more often you update your computer, the more stable it became. That mean, if there's a virus or a trash in your computer. It can be cleaned easily. Even though Windows and Mac have an automatic update, you still have to check the windows update. Just in case if there's an update that still doesn't update. If you didn't know how to update your Windows or Mac, just follow this step:

• For Windows users, go to the Start Menu and search for “Windows Update.” The appropriate control panel should appear in the search results. Click it to read the status of your updates and explore automatic update settings in the sidebar or tabs. You can click on the words “Important Updates” and “Optional Updates” to select or deselect updates before downloading them. You can set your computer to download and install updates itself or you can perform this job manually. For Windows 10 users, just simply go to Settings, and click Update and Security.

          

• For Mac users, open the System Preferences menu from the Apple menu, and then choose Software Update from the View menu. All available updates will appear in a list. You can select which updates you want to install before continuing.

          

Clear Your Internet History

Your computer collects every piece of information, every time you are browsing on the internet. All of this data eventually build up to the point that they cause performance issues, especially on older and slower machines. You can do this by opening all the browsers that you have been used and clear the history. If this way still have no effect, then you should do this step:

• If you're using IE on a non-Windows computer, simply open the Tools menu, choose Options, and select the data you want to clear.

         
 Uninstall A Crapware

What is Crapware exactly? According to zdnet.com, Crapware (also know as "bloatware" or "junkware") is the stuff that hardware makers install onto their devices on top of the operating system. This Crapwares are mostly just a useless application, it is nothing more than a blizzard of free trials and demos that nag you into buying the full version. Sometimes, Crapware can lead into a malware, so be careful when you're about to download an application. The best solution is to download or install in a trusted website and if you have more money, you can bought the application.
But if your computer already have a Crapware in it, follow this step:

• For Windows users, Open Programs and Features by clicking the Start button , clicking Control Panel, clicking Programs, and then clicking Programs and Features. Then select a program, and Uninstall an Unwanted Software in your computer

       

• Drag the app from the Applications folder to the Trash (located at the end of the Dock), then choose Finder > Empty Trash. If you change your mind, before emptying the Trash, select the app in the Trash, then choose File > Put Back. WARNING: When you empty the Trash, the app is permanently removed from your Mac.

       

Scan For A Virus

There are lots of computer viruses out there and most of them can be very damaging for your computer. If you are not careful enough, your computer can crash and all of your files maybe lost. But luckily, Antivirus Softwares are growing very rapidly. You can find a lot of Antivirus Softwares out there, like Windows Defender, Norton Security, ESET, Avast, and many more. So, make sure you update your antivirus and start scanning. Here is the step to scan for virus, Just in case if you forgot how to do it:

• For Windows and Mac users, simply open your Antivirus (Usually, Windows and Mac already have a built in Antivirus). And then start scanning your computer.

       

Clean Your Hard Drive

Finally, the last and the most effective way to clean your computer is to make a space in your computer's hard drive. Everybody knows that if your computer's storage is full, your computer will slowing down. If you have so many files in your hard drive and you can't deleted it, because it was important. You should probably moved it to a USB Flash Drive or an external hard drive if your files are huge. The key tools to clean your hard drive are (1) disk defragmentation, which organizes the jumbled bits of data on your drive so that they can be found more quickly, and (2) disk cleanup, which deletes duplicate files and unused temporary ones to free up space. But you can also use a cleaner application like CCleaner,  PC Booster, Slim Cleaner, and so many else.

• For Windows users, use a Start Menu search to find them quickly. Simply open and run them from the search results to speed up your computer, if the tasks haven't already been scheduled to run automatically.

          

• Mac and Linux users don't typically need to defragment their hard disks, as the process is ongoing and automatic in the background. Mac users can clean up their hard disks with the Disk utility, located in the Utilities folder (normally inside the Applications folder on OS X systems).

          

That is how you clean your computer. If you're computer still slow even if you've already cleaned it, just leave it in the comment section.

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