Easy Way to Download & Install AOL Desktop Gold on Windows and MAC

The ‘AOL desktop gold working slow’ problem is experienced by many users. Therefore in this section we have mentioned the troubleshooting steps to resolve this issue.

The slow working issue of AOL Desktop can occur due to-

• An outdated web browser
• Issue with RAM or memory space of computer
• Other software related issues 

These issues can be fixed by following these instructions-

• Clear the browser’s history, cookies, bookmarks and cache files. 
• Install or update the Windows to its latest version.
• Disable the antivirus software and the firewall settings.
• Also, update the device drive of the computer system.
• Delete the temporary files and junk files from your computer system
• Reset the web browser settings

If  after following the above steps you are still having AOL Desktop Gold slow processing problem, then follow the below steps- 

Restart your PC

 If still your AOL desktop gold is working slowly, restart your PC as it is a very simple yet effective fix.

• The simple restart of your PC will clear all the junk and minor technical issues. Restarting your PC will automatically blush out the RAM, memory space and remove any temporary files or data that is slow down your system.
• When restarting your computer, it also resets your internet connection enables to access the AOL desktop gold to load faster.

Disable Startup Programs

The applications or programs which automatically opens at the time of start up of computer  are referred to as start up programs. These programs make your computer slow and reduces its performance. 

Therefore it is recommended to disable all such programs and you can do this by following these steps- 

• First, open ‘task manager’ window by pressing ‘Alt + Ctrl + Delete’ keys simultaneously. Thereafter choose the option of startup program.
• Second, select the entire nonessential programs from the list and click on ‘disable’ button. Now select ‘OK’.
• You can repeat the steps until the entire unwanted programs are disabled.
• Finally, close the manager window and restart your computer to apply the changes.

Check your Internet Network Connection

If your internet connection is slow then it is clear that AOL desktop gold will also run slowly. To rectify this –

• You must check all the cables of network connection. Then switch off your modem and plug out your source and turn off your computer.
•  Now wait for 30 seconds and reconnect all the wires and turn ‘ON’ your computer. 
• You should also try to restart your AOL Desktop Gold downloads that may be running in the background.

Clear the Previous Used Footprints

Some other program keeps running on your desktop automatically. Hence to clear the footprints in the new AOL Desktops Gold, follow these steps- 

• Login your AOL desktop gold and using the ‘authenticated certificate’ from the top left corner, click on the ‘settings’ icon.
• Then, click on the ‘security tab’ and choose the file and data that you need to clear from the system memory.
• Finally, tap on the ‘clear footprint’ option from the browser settings and the footprints will be cleared immediately.

Fix AOL Desktop Gold Slow Issue Using The Command Prompt

To fix working your slow desktop, you must use the command prompt.

• From start menu of your Windows, open command prompt.
• Make sure you open the command with a right click and “run as administrator” option from the menu.
• Now on the black screen type ”netsh winsock reset” and hit enter.
• Finally, close the command prompt and reset your computer.