Free gaming optimisation software

Defragmentation software:

Fragmentation is caused when there's not enough conjuncted free hard disk space to get all the data of a program in a single line. Defragmenting solves that issue and amongst other things makes file easier and better accessible.

Download Auslogics disk defrag.

Anti-virus software:


This software is aimed at keeping your pc free of viruses and malware and is a must for all pc users.[/size][/font]

Download Avg anti virus.

PC cleaning software:

This is used to clean your registry of links to files you have deleted, to clean up your temporary folders, cookies and much more. Your pc will behave more stable after
a good cleaning.

Download CC cleaner.

Graphics drivers:

Having the latest graphic drivers on your pc keeps the performance of your expensive card in tip top performance. Don't forget to uninstall your old drivers before installing the new ones.
Download AMD-ATI drivers.

Download Nvidia drivers.

CPU optimizers: cpu optimizers simply do what they say, optimize the performance of your cpu.

AMD Dual-Core optimizer, a must for good gaming on AMD cpu's. (thanks, Slaymate)

DirectX: DirectX comes in 2 flavors, 9.0C and 10. This program is mainly used for communication between your videocard driver and the game engine.

DirectX 9.0C, if you have an older videocard this will be the program you'll want.

DirectX 10, anyone with Vista and a new videocard in the Nvidia 8*** and/or AMD/ATI 2*** range should get this one.