My computer is running slower, is the hard drive the reason for this?

This is yet another broad question that I will say YES, but keep it to a point. If a quality hard drive like one from Seagate, is in your machine then it likely that it will last 3-5 years under average daily use. With this said, when they begin to fail, they may slow down, causing your data to take longer to get to what you see on screen. If your computer is running slower than it seemed like it did a month ago and nothing else seems to be apparently wrong (like spyware, virus', etc.) then your hard drive maybe trying to tell you it is on its way out. Now would be a good time to backup your data if you have not done so already and give RCCS a call or your local computer dealer/manufacturer for repair information if you do not know how to install a new drive and restore your software. Tip: I have seen time and time again, that a simple hard drive and memory upgrade do wonders for a system. It may even extend the life of your system for a couple of more years of use, before you have to shell out $$$ for a whole new system. (Return to FAQ page)