Just a quick question. I'm using version 1.6 of Gamebooster because several forum members said that the version after that actually used as many resources as it was supposed to free up, in their opinion. I was wondering if anyone knew if the lastest update was any better. Each time I open the program it says that an update is available but I've been reluctant to download it. Would welcome any opinions on this topic. Bill

I use the latest version all the time, it works wonders on my system!!

I've always updated Game Booster with no issues of any kind and, about 6 months ago, bought it. I run FS9 on an old PC (6+ years) and GB really makes a big difference for me, regardless of whether it's the freeware or payware.Bob

I have stayed with Ver 1.6 - basically for two reasons - 1. It is free (the updated version is now payware).2. The updated versions added a lot of "bells and whistles" which I do not need or care for.GB 1.6 has alway worked well for me - so I have seen no reason to say "yes" to the update reminders.Just my take on the subject.

Thanks everyone for your replies. Haven't decided what I'm going to do yet.

I Use GBoost which I find much better than Game Booster.Check it out here:http://www.gzero.com/gboost/home.htmlIt's free!David

I am using Game Booster 1.6 and the freeware Zone Alarm. Game Booster has no access to the Internet; I have locked that in Zone Alarm and isn't whining anymore for a new version.rgds,Hugo

I've tested both GBoost and GameBooster and obtained the same results in terms of FPS in FS2004.

I have been using an app from time to time called FSAutostart which seems to basically do the same thing as Gamebooster although sometimes I do wonder whether it makes any difference at all to the frame rates! Reading this thread however makes me wonder should I try Gamebooster. Does anyone have any information on how Gamebooster compares with FSAutostart?Thanks,Bill

I want to know some of your results when using/not using Game Booster as I' ve just downloaded it and tested this afternoon, I didn't see much FPS differences

I want to know some of your results when using/not using Game Booster as I' ve just downloaded it and tested this afternoon, I didn't see much FPS differences

Unless you have an "ancient" PC, I don't think that Gamebooster (or similar products) nor defragging has any decernable effects on framerate.I have used two defrag products and two products that shut down "unnecessary" processes, and have never seen an improvement in frame rates, stutters, etc.It's my opinion that they offer more of a psychological effect - "I've done everything that I can to improve frame rates, therefore they surely must be improved."gwillmot

I want to know some of your results when using/not using Game Booster as I' ve just downloaded it and tested this afternoon, I didn't see much FPS differences

Regarding FPS, it doesn't much if something at all, but it eliminates some "hick-ups" that may appear when some task or unwanted service is started.What I like about Game Booster, it's a "One (double) Click" application, no hazzle with the selection of services you want to stop or setting on halt as long as FS runs.Rgds,Hugo

Game Booster doesn't help (on my old pc, at least) with improved frame rates; it DOES help a great deal with my RAM, only 1 GB, allowing the completion of most flights without having to use Ram Booster. For my system, GB has proven to be the best, but results may be different for other systems. For giggles, however, I'm going to look at G Boost.Bob

I've tried FS Autostop and found Game Booster to be a lot easier to use. Framerates don't improve that much but the sim seems to run smoother. I'll take a look at GBoost.

Hello,

Unless you have an "ancient" PC, I don't think that Gamebooster (or similar products) nor defragging has any decernable effects on framerate.I have used two defrag products and two products that shut down "unnecessary" processes, and have never seen an improvement in frame rates, stutters, etc.It's my opinion that they offer more of a psychological effect - "I've done everything that I can to improve frame rates, therefore they surely must be improved."

Agree ....Stopping services is nice .. but those services use very little amount of memoryDefrag is also a placebo :( One thing efficient for reduce stutters (if any) is to stop any services (like antivirus realtime scanning) who acces files and folders.Regards.Gus.