My computer is running slow. I am using a Netgear Wireless Router, I plugged up my computer directly to the ethernet outlet on the wall & it's fast. A few weeks ago, the switching adapter went bad & now I am using an a/c adapter, could that be the problem? I also had a virus but I Techy re-configured everything.

I don't know if to go out there & purchase a new router? I have had this one for only 2yrs.

Thanks,

Netgear brand is best router I ever used.
Tried all other brands and this brand is only one which works good with VOIP and other devices.
I have mine for 3+ years now.

I doubt highly that its your router that's causing the problem. You mentioned a virus, how credible was the "tech"? Maybe try re-installing your wireless network card. make double sure you're virus is in fact cleaned, clear cookies/cache, reboot router, etc.

Yea, I'd be careful about what tech you choose. Some of them know absolutely nothing, they just get by using half baked tech terms no one understands [incorrectly I might add]. A little bit of knowledge can do a lot of damage!

I'm a computer technician and I've seen a lot of them out there that try to pull a fast one on people for that very reason. You call them out and the studdering starts lol

Anyway, It doesn't sound like a router issue. Like HouseBulb said, it sounds like a virus [or a lot of them].

Download: superantispyware, malwarebytes, and Microsoft Security Essentials. Install, and scan with all three. That should take care of most any virus or malware problem. = )

Also make sure to shut off all startup programs that don't need to be running by clicking on the 'run' command box and typing in msconfig. Go to the startup tab, and uncheck all boxes except that which NEEDS to be running.

Might also want to turn off advanced graphics for your operating system too, that might speed things up a little.

Not to mention deleting all your temp files, garbage can, etc.

Google ATF cleaner for that, it works great = )