Preparing the System

• 1). Boot up the computer and take note of all programs launched at system start-up; icons are shown in the lower-right corner.
  
  
• 2). Close all open nonessential programs by right-clicking on each one and selecting "Close." Typically, everything except anti-virus software can be shut down. This frees up system memory.
  
  
• 3). Run Scandisk by right-clicking the primary hard drive and selecting "Properties" and then "Tools." Under "Error-checking," click the highlighted "Check Now" button.
  
  
• 4). Perform a hard drive defragmentation, found in the system tool menu under "All Programs."
  
  
• 5). Browse to the Adobe website and download the latest version of Flash Player. Follow the onscreen instructions until the installation is completed and successfully verified.
  
  
• 6). Update your video card driver by going to the manufacturer's website and downloading the latest version.
  
  
• 7). Toggle the game quality from high to medium or low (available on some games in the options menu).