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CCleaner Professional: Top-notch PC maintenance

CCleaner has been around since 2004, so for many it is the PC cleaner software they use. But is it still the best? As with many Windows applications, there’s a free version of CCleaner but it’s limited to standard privacy protection (tracking files and browsing data) and cleaning. I’m testing the paid-for Professional version here, which unlocks a range of additional features such as the Speed and Security sections of the software, plus the ability to schedule cleaning and monitor your computer.

FEATURES AND PERFORMANCE

Like most tune-up software, CCleaner Professional is

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