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Utility software enhances system performance and security by managing computer resources. Key functions include disk cleanup, defragmentation, antivirus protection, firewall management, data backup, and system updates. Each function has specific steps and examples, such as Windows Disk Cleanup and Windows Defender, to optimize and secure the system.

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Utility software enhances system performance and security by managing computer resources. Key functions include disk cleanup, defragmentation, antivirus protection, firewall management, data backup, and system updates. Each function has specific steps and examples, such as Windows Disk Cleanup and Windows Defender, to optimize and secure the system.

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Using Utility Software to Optimize System Performance and Maintain

Security

Utility software helps improve system performance and ensures security by managing
and maintaining computer resources. Here’s the process with examples:

1. Disk Cleanup

 Purpose: Remove unnecessary files to free up disk space.


 Steps: Open Disk Cleanup > Select drive > Check file types to delete > Click OK.
 Example: Windows Disk Cleanup.

2. Disk Defragmentation

 Purpose: Rearrange fragmented files to speed up disk access.


 Steps: Open Defragment and Optimize Drives > Select drive > Click Optimize.
 Example: Windows Defragmenter.

3. Antivirus and Antimalware

 Purpose: Detect and remove viruses and malware.


 Steps: Open antivirus software > Update definitions > Run a full scan >
Quarantine or remove threats.
 Example: Windows Defender, Avast.

4. Firewall

 Purpose: Block unauthorized access to the system.


 Steps: Open Firewall settings > Ensure firewall is turned on > Configure rules if
necessary.
 Example: Windows Firewall.
5. Backup Software

 Purpose: Create copies of important data to prevent data loss.


 Steps: Open backup tool > Select files to back up > Choose backup location >
Start backup.
 Example: Windows Backup and Restore.

6. System Update Tools

 Purpose: Keep software and OS up-to-date to fix bugs and security issues.
 Steps: Go to Settings > Update & Security > Check for updates > Install updates.
 Example: Windows Update.

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