Well, it's been a while now and it seems as though my computer is working fine. I still spot the occasional instance when I pay attention to the taskmanager, but I'm starting to wonder if that's a standard operation. I haven't had any issues with memory clogging up like I did prior to the fix, as I've already stated, so I'm starting to think it might be time to call it case closed. I'll get in touch with my school's IT department when I return next week and have them take a look, just to be certain. Should it be desired I will pass on their feedback on Monday.
Thank you very much for your help thus far, hope you have a pleasant weekend.