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optimize
Last modified: Saturday, May 16, 1998 

(1) In programming, to fine-tune a program so that it runs more quickly or takes up less space.

(2) When applied to disks, the term means the same as defragment. See under fragmentation.

(3) To configure a device or application so that it performs better.

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BIOS Settings - Advanced Chipset Features 
Extensive information on the settings associated with fine-tuning control over the system cache, memory, and I/O buses, to optimize performance. This page is from "The PC Guide".

System optimization information page 
Contains information about system optimization of PC hardware, and benchmark comparisons of hundreds of different computer systems.

Instruction Execution Process
Describes how a processor executes instructions. Includes information about pipelining, compiler optimization, native execution and x86 translation execution steps. This page is from "The PC Guide".

System Optimizations and Enhancements
Contains several dozen specific tips and techniques that you can use to optimize your system's performance or to enhance how it works or how you use it. This page is from "The PC Guide."

The High Performace PC Guide
Offers general computer hardware information as well as system optimization and tuning tips. Also offers hardware reviews, devices driver updates, manufacturers listings, online help, technology news flashes, and downloadable benchmarking programs and diagnostic software.

Windows NT workstation resource site
Features architectural information and optimization techniques for standalone desktop machines. Also includes a list of NT system files, a memory primer, bug check error information, and performance monitor techniques.

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