Free Disk Defragmentation Resources
I’ve spoken about the importance of defragmenting your computer’s hard drive in previous posts. I’ve recommended a product called Diskeeper twice now, once in a video demo of the Pro version HERE and more recently in a demo of a free version, Diskeeper Lite, HERE.
There are, however, a couple of other pretty darn good, and free, disk defragmentation softwares available that would be remiss if I didn’t bring them to your attention. I have tried both of them, and it’s my opinion that any of the three can help significantly improve your computer’s speed and overall performance. All three are superior to the built-in Windows Defragmenter.
The first is called UltimateDefrag. This video gives a pretty good overview. It’s excellent for a no-cost program. This video actually demonstrates two different defragmenters. The second is one I have NOT tried. Since it involves installation of a screensaver, and works when the mouse is left idle for a period of time, it doesn’t seem like something I would use. But it is another choice, of course.
Optimizing Windows Quick Tips #1 – Defragmenting
Another very good defragmenter is by Auslogics. I have used it in the past. It does an admirable job, again for a no-cost program.
Auslogics Disk Defrag Video Tutorial
Download and install any one, or all three of these programs. Try them and see which best suits your needs. Anyway you look at it, though, defragmenting your hard drive is an essential habit to get into.
Free Downloads:
Diskeeper Lite: http://www.majorgeeks.com/download.php?det=1207
Diskeeper Pro: http://pcvaluware.com/defrag/
UltimateDefrag Free: http://www.freewaregeeks.com/?page=detail&get_id=176&category=53
Auslogics Defrag: http://www.auslogics.com/disk-defrag
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I am using the latest automatic Diskeeper version on my 160 GB drive that gets fragmented like an epidemic owing to all the photo editing I use the PC for. What took ages with the Windows tool is a breeze for DK. The background defrag also works perfectly even with other resource intensive programs. I would definitely recommend it over other freeware.
I agree completely! I just renewed my maintenance license on DK Pro for just $16.95, which I think is pretty reasonable, myself.
But, the above free programs DO work very well for those who might not be ready, or in a position, to make an investment.
It seems odd, though, that some will spend hundreds on a computer, but don’t think it important to spend $30 – $60 to help prolong its life and keep its performance optimized.