Here are some simple steps to help your computer run smoothly all year long.

• DEFRAG YOUR HARD DRIVE
  
  
• REMOVE TEMPORARY FILES with Disk Cleanup: Click Start > Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup
  
  
• CHECK FOR DISK ERRORS with Scandisk: Click Start > Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Scandisk
  
  
• CHECK FOR VIRUSES with Norton Anti Virus. Run a full scan of your computer for viruses: Click Start > Programs > Norton Antivirus > Scan Now
  
  
• CHECK FOR SPYWARE with Spybot Search and Destroy. Click the Spybot icon on the desktop and click "Search for Problems." Delete any problems it finds.
  
  
• CHECK FOR WINDOWS UPDATES While online: Click Start > Windows Update. Follow the prompts to the Microsoft web site and update your Windows files.