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Old 2009-05-05, 05:23 PM
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Re: Laptop, Windows related Question

Start > Run type: taskmgr (hit enter)
note/study the programs/processes/performance tabs

your answer resides within the information given.
new laptops are $450.. I would not invest any money in older technology upgrades.

also, your laptop is probably using the external drive as a 'swap file' - perhaps thats why it slows when unplugged.

dump any $$ antivirus and consider free.avg.com (free avg antivirus)
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