How can i fix my mac book pro i bought in mid 2010, it is slowing down. the pin wheel does spin a alot.

how can i fix my mac book pro i bought in mid 2010, it is slowing down. the pin wheel does spin a alot.

try this;
open disk utility - verify disk permissions - repair disk permissions if errors are found.  might take an hour or less - depending on how much errors needs to be repaired.
restart your macbook and see if that sorts it out for you.
also check your hard drive space.  if your hard drive is almost full, that will also contribute to your macbook getting slower....
good luck

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