Sony VAIO VGC-RA718G Quick Start Manual page 194

Why is my system running slowly?
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The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of software programs that are open and running.
Close any programs that you are not currently using.
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Increasing the system memory may also help. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User
Guide.
To access the online User Guide:
1.
Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then click Help and Support.
2.
From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide.
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