When you install programs your computer scatters files all over the place. Therefore it needs some organization and for this we use the Windows system tool called Disk Defragmenter. This utility examines your files and places them in areas together, therefore making it easier to access. It also puts the most frequently used programs in an area for quicker access.
Where is the Windows Disk Defragmenter and how do you use it?
- Go to the Start Menu in the bottom left and choose all programs
- Then Choose Accessories, then System Tools, then Disk Defragmenter
- Now you can choose to Analyze your hard drive disk to see if it needs defragging.
- If it does need it then press the Defrag button.
When finished, Windows will give you a report.
Below is a Screenshot of my computers Disk Defragmenter. My computer’s hard drive did not need to be defragged as I have already done it this week.
Why should you defrag your computer?
- The longer you do not perform a disk defrag the worse it gets, which slows your computer down.
- When you do defrag your hard drive disk the worse it is, the longer it takes to defrag.
- Also if you have a large hard drive with a lot of information it takes longer to defrag your computer.
You should defrag your computer hard drive at least once a week to keep your system running smoothly. This may also help prevent errors.
