| Want to know how to increase download speed? The | | | | important ones then do the rest later. If possible, try |
| Internet is a great source to all types of information. | | | | downloading just one file at a time. |
| However, if your download speed is slow, you won't | | | | 3. Fix your Windows registry. This registry is actually a |
| be able to fully maximize its use. Download speed is | | | | database that Microsoft created for Windows which |
| the rate of data transfer from the internet going to | | | | stores settings and options required for the computer |
| your computer. It is measured in bits or bytes per | | | | to run. Whenever an action is performed like installing a |
| second. Having a sluggish download speed can be | | | | program or changing configurations, a record is added |
| quite frustrating because it takes too much of your | | | | in the registry. This, in time, gets loaded because of |
| time when you could have done other things | | | | obsolete and invalid entries slowing your download |
| productive. | | | | speed and thus it has to be cleaned regularly. |
| Below are three tips to speed up downloads easily: | | | | It is highly improbable to fix the Windows registry |
| 1. Check first your Internet connection from your | | | | manually. You may unknowingly delete valid items. A |
| Internet Service Provider (ISP). They can identify your | | | | registry cleaner software must be installed. It will scan |
| maximum download speed based on your subscription. | | | | your computer for any unwanted, redundant, and |
| The most basic type is the Dial-up connection where | | | | corrupted entries checking those than can be remove |
| the connection is through a phone line. If you use this | | | | safely. It also shuts off unnecessary programs that are |
| type, you may consider upgrading to a Broadband | | | | just slowing the system. Lastly, the registry cleaner |
| connection for faster speed access. The option for | | | | software secures regular backups so that you can |
| Broadband includes DSL (Direct Service Line) or a | | | | restore the registry to its last known working state in |
| cable connection. Your ISP should be able to confirm | | | | case you might encounter a problem. |
| their speed for each connection. | | | | Having a clean registry is the most important tip to |
| 2. Prioritize your downloads. If you are downloading | | | | effectively increase download speed. Just a quick |
| plenty of files simultaneously, chances are the | | | | scan of the registry cleaner software and you will be |
| download will be slower. Download first the more | | | | able to enjoy a faster Internet connection. |