How to Fix Slow Computer Performance When RAM Gets Low?

Which Windows Commands Will Save Computer From Memory Problems?

Your computer feels slow. Programs take forever to open. Everything freezes up. This happens when your computer runs out of memory space.

Memory problems are common. But you can fix them fast. Windows gives you several tools to clean up memory and make your computer run better.

Why Your Computer Slows Down

When programs use too much memory, your computer struggles. It's like trying to work at a desk covered with too many papers. You need to clear some space.

Memory gets full when:

• You open too many programs at once
• Some programs use more memory than they should
• Background programs run without you knowing
• Your computer has been on for days without restarting

Method 1: Using Command Prompt (CMD)

The command prompt is a simple text window. You type commands to tell your computer what to do.

Here's how to use it:

1. Press Windows + R
2. Type "cmd"
3. Press Ctrl + Shift + Enter (this gives you admin rights)
4. Type: taskkill /im firefox.exe /f
5. This closes all Firefox windows instantly
6. Replace "firefox.exe" with any program name

The "/f" part forces the program to close right away. It won't ask if you want to save anything first.

Method 2: Using WMIC Commands

WMIC is an older Windows tool. It still works but Microsoft doesn't update it anymore.

Command to try:

wmic process where "name='firefox.exe'" delete

This does the same thing as the first method. But it uses different words to tell Windows what to do.

Important note: This tool is old. Microsoft might remove it in future Windows updates. Use the other methods when possible.

Method 3: Using PowerShell (Recommended)

PowerShell is newer and more powerful than the command prompt. It's the best choice for most people.

Steps to follow:

1. Right-click the Start button
2. Choose "Windows PowerShell (Admin)"
3. Type: Get-Process -Name "chrome" | Stop-Process -Force
4. This closes all Chrome windows at once

Method 4: Using RAMMap Tool

RAMMap is a free tool from Microsoft. It shows you exactly how your computer uses memory. You can also use it to clean up memory without closing programs.

How to get and use RAMMap:

1. Go to Microsoft's Sysinternals website
2. Download the RAMMap tool
3. No installation needed

Clean memory with commands

1. Open command prompt as admin
2. Go to the folder where you saved RAMMap
3. Type: RAMMap64.exe -ew

Use the visual interface

1. Double-click RAMMap.exe
2. See colorful charts showing memory usage
3. Click options to clean different types of memory

What the -ew command does:

• Clears working sets from all programs
• Frees up physical memory space
• Doesn't delete your data permanently
• Windows can reload the data when needed

Safety Tips

Before cleaning memory

• Save your work in all open programs
• Close important programs properly first
• Don't force-close programs with unsaved data
• Restart your computer if problems continue

Warning signs you need to clean memory

• Programs take a long time to respond
• Your computer makes loud fan noises
• Error messages about low memory appear
• The computer freezes or crashes often

When Memory Problems Keep Coming Back

If you constantly run out of memory, consider these solutions:

1. Add more physical memory (RAM) to your computer
2. Uninstall programs you don't use anymore
3. Change startup programs so fewer things run automatically
4. Use lighter alternatives to memory-heavy programs
5. Restart your computer at least once a week

Memory management is a normal part of using Windows. These tools help you take control when problems happen. Start with the simplest method that fits your comfort level. With practice, you'll know exactly which tool to use for each situation.