Will reinstalling/formatting Windows 7, make it run fresh?

[Windows7Privacy]

Well, I just wanted to ask if Formatting and Reinstalling Windows 7 would make it run like fresh? Like new, my PC has weirdly gotten slower, I know why. From Downloading, random stuff. So would reinstalling make this better? My Internet is also slowing down.

Thanks, I am new here. By the way, and should be posting here frequently.

 

[gregrocker]

Is this factory OEM? If so try these steps to Clean Up Factory Bloatware especially establishing a Clean Boot which is important for retail as well.

If this fails to help enough read over these steps to get a perfect Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7 which are the same for retail.

 

[Windows7Privacy]

Is this factory OEM? If so try these steps to Clean Up Factory Bloatware especially establishing a Clean Boot which is important for retail as well.

If this fails to help enough read over these steps to get a perfect Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7 which are the same for retail.

No, It's a custom made gaming PC

 

[gregrocker]

Every thing you need is in the Clean Reinstall tutorial including tips to get a perfect Win7 install based on thousands we've helped with here.

 

[kegobeer]

The things you describe can be causes by malware and viruses. Are you running antivirus? When's the last time you did a scan for malware and viruses? I'm only asking because I have quite a few Windows 7 computers that have been running solid for a few years without any need to reformat.

 

[karlsnooks]

Windows7Privacy,

When you first fired up your computer, then performance was good.

Since then, you have added software and made other changes.

One major source of slow performance is your security software.

To solve this major problem source:
Uninstall ALL anti-virus, anti-malware, firewall, internet security software that you have installed.
Install MSE, Microsoft Security Essentials. Link in my signature.
Understanding Microsoft Anti-Malware Software 2012 ~ Security Garden

After, and only after that:

Install CCleaner:
CCleaner - PC Optimization and Cleaning - Free Download

list of STARTUP PROGRAMS

CCleaner | Tools icon | Startup button | Windows tab |
click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
accept Startup.txt as file name | SAVE button

list of SCHEDULED TASKS

CCleaner | Tools icon | Startup button | Scheduled Tasks tab |
click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
enter Scheduled Tasks as File name | Save button

List of INSTALLED PROGRAMS

CCleaner | Tools icon | Uninstall button |
click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
accept install.txt as File name | Save button


UPLOAD the startup.txt file
UPLOAD the Scheduled Tasks.txt file
UPLOAD the install.txt file.

HOW TO UPLOAD
Post a File or Screenshot in Seven Forums
===========================================
I'll analyze and make recommendations.

karl

 

[Windows7Privacy]

The things you describe can be causes by malware and viruses. Are you running antivirus? When's the last time you did a scan for malware and viruses? I'm only asking because I have quite a few Windows 7 computers that have been running solid for a few years without any need to reformat.

Malware bytes said everything is alright.

 

[Windows7Privacy]

Windows7Privacy,

When you first fired up your computer, then performance was good.

Since then, you have added software and made other changes.

One major source of slow performance is your security software.

To solve this major problem source:
Uninstall ALL anti-virus, anti-malware, firewall, internet security software that you have installed.
Install MSE, Microsoft Security Essentials. Link in my signature.
Understanding Microsoft Anti-Malware Software 2012 ~ Security Garden

After, and only after that:

Install CCleaner:
CCleaner - PC Optimization and Cleaning - Free Download

list of STARTUP PROGRAMS

CCleaner | Tools icon | Startup button | Windows tab |
click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
accept Startup.txt as file name | SAVE button

list of SCHEDULED TASKS

CCleaner | Tools icon | Startup button | Scheduled Tasks tab |
click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
enter Scheduled Tasks as File name | Save button

List of INSTALLED PROGRAMS

CCleaner | Tools icon | Uninstall button |
click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
accept install.txt as File name | Save button


UPLOAD the startup.txt file
UPLOAD the Scheduled Tasks.txt file
UPLOAD the install.txt file.

HOW TO UPLOAD
Post a File or Screenshot in Seven Forums
===========================================
I'll analyze and make recommendations.

karl

Should I uninstall malware bytes?

 

[windude99]

Windows7Privacy,

When you first fired up your computer, then performance was good.

Since then, you have added software and made other changes.

One major source of slow performance is your security software.

To solve this major problem source:
Uninstall ALL anti-virus, anti-malware, firewall, internet security software that you have installed.
Install MSE, Microsoft Security Essentials. Link in my signature.
Understanding Microsoft Anti-Malware Software 2012 ~ Security Garden

After, and only after that:

Install CCleaner:
CCleaner - PC Optimization and Cleaning - Free Download

list of STARTUP PROGRAMS

CCleaner | Tools icon | Startup button | Windows tab |
click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
accept Startup.txt as file name | SAVE button

list of SCHEDULED TASKS

CCleaner | Tools icon | Startup button | Scheduled Tasks tab |
click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
enter Scheduled Tasks as File name | Save button

List of INSTALLED PROGRAMS

CCleaner | Tools icon | Uninstall button |
click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
accept install.txt as File name | Save button


UPLOAD the startup.txt file
UPLOAD the Scheduled Tasks.txt file
UPLOAD the install.txt file.

HOW TO UPLOAD
Post a File or Screenshot in Seven Forums
===========================================
I'll analyze and make recommendations.

karl

Should I uninstall malware bytes?

No, keep Malwarebytes. Uninstall your antivirus (avast,norton,avg,nod32,panda cloud) and install Microsoft Security Essentials, as was stated above:Microsoft Security Essentials - Free Antivirus for Windows

 

[Windows7Privacy]

Start up: View attachment startup.txt
Scheduled tasks: View attachment scheduled tasks.txt
Install: View attachment install.txt

To karl

 

[karlsnooks]

where are the log files from running Windows Defender Offline?

 

[PCbuilder]

Quick note to say thanks to those involved in this thread and in particular Karl for your suggestions for MSE and CCleaner. I am installing the updates for MSE right now.
Thanks again guys....this is a great website.

 

[karlsnooks]

awaiting the WDO log files.

 

[Windows7Privacy]

where are the log files from running Windows Defender Offline?

WDO?

 

[karlsnooks]

Sorry about that. In my mind, I had your thread confused with another.

 

[karlsnooks]

Go to Scheduled Tasks in CCleaner
DISABLE ALL

REBOOT!


WIN | type MSCONFIG | ENTER | STARTUP tab
uncheck ALL
except for:

MSC "c:\Program Files\Microsoft Security Client\msseces.exe" -hide -runkey

REBOOT!

Your install list will take me a little longer, but here's an advance:
UNINSTALL
µTorrent

REBOOT!

REMOVAL OF P2P PROGRAMS

There are signs of one or more P2P (Peer to Peer) File Sharing Programs on your computer.

As long as you are using any form of P2P networking to download files, you can anticipate malware infestations.

References citing the risk of using P2P programs:
How cyber criminals infect victims via P2P with pirated software on Vimeo
Malware: Help prevent the Infection
Perils of P2P File Sharing
How to Prevent the Online Invasion of Spyware and Adware

I strongly recommend that you uninstall:
µTorrent
Vuze


After you system is running as it should, then certainly reinstall, reenable anything you desire, but while we're trying to get you going, then follow the advice.
Thanks,
karl

 

[OldMX]

Create a new user account, see if windows performs better?