{"id":32863,"date":"2025-04-30T21:10:38","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T21:10:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=32863"},"modified":"2025-09-04T21:11:30","modified_gmt":"2025-09-04T21:11:30","slug":"how-to-speed-up-windows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-speed-up-windows\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Daily Roadmap: How to Speed Up Your Windows 10\/11"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Every computer, no matter how powerful, will become <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/why-is-your-windows-pc-so-slow\/\">slow at some point<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Your system can lag when switching between windows, become slow to start, or struggle to keep up with simple tasks. The key is knowing how to bring your PC back to life.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, I\u2019ll show you how to speed up Windows 10 and 11 using tried-and-true methods I\u2019ve used to boost my computer.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re ready to improve your PC performance, let\u2019s begin!<\/p>\n<h2>How to Speed Up Your Windows 10\/11: First Tips to Apply<\/h2>\n<h3>Tip 1: Use a PC cleaner and optimizer<\/h3>\n<p>Using a third-party app, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/free-pc-cleaners-review-what-are-the-best-tools-for-cleaning-your-pc\/\">PC cleaners<\/a>, is one of the quickest ways to improve your PC\u2019s overall performance. These apps typically offer all the necessary functions in one package and can usually speed up your PC almost automatically.<\/p>\n<p>You can choose from several options, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ccleaner.com\/ccleaner\">CCleaner<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iobit.com\/en\/advancedsystemcarefree.php\">IObit Advanced SystemCare<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we will show you how to speed up a Windows 11 or 10 system using Auslogics BoostSpeed, one of the popular choices among users and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/review\/www.auslogics.com\">trusted by many<\/a>. Here are some features of BoostSpeed that can help boost the performance of your Windows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Junk file cleanup:<\/b> BoostSpeed specializes in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-delete-temporary-files-from-windows-10-pcs\/\">removing temporary files<\/a>, cache, and logs to free up disk space.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Drive optimization:<\/b> You can optimize your hard drive, including solid-state drives, using BoostSpeed\u2019s unique algorithm.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Registry Cleaner:<\/b> BoostSpeed cleans out corrupt or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ultimate-guide-how-to-fix-broken-registry-items-in-windows-10-11\/\">broken registry entries<\/a> to prevent system glitches and improve stability.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>File defragmentation:<\/b> The program reassembles fragmented files on your drive to help you access your data faster.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Startup Manager:<\/b> It identifies and disables unnecessary startup apps, which can speed up boot times.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Duplicate File Finder:<\/b> This tool scans your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-find-and-remove-duplicate-files-in-windows\/\">PC for duplicate files<\/a> and removes them to save disk space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let\u2019s take one of its features, Deep Disk Cleaner, and see how it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/proven-ways-to-clean-windows\/\">cleans your PC<\/a>, freeing up essential disk space for your Windows to perform more smoothly.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">First, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">download Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a> from the official website and install it.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After launching the program, click on <i>Tools<\/i>, hover your mouse on <i>Disk Tools<\/i>, and select <i>Deep Disk Cleaner<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">If it\u2019s your first time, you\u2019ll see an orange banner labeled <i>Attention Required<\/i>. You can click on <i>Scan Now <\/i> to start analyzing your system.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After the scan, click on <i>Clean up <\/i> to delete the junk files.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After the scan, you can click <i>View detailed report <\/i> to check everything BoostSpeed detected and eliminated.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Before we move forward, have a quick look at this table to compare the main advantages of using third-party apps like BoostSpeed and built-in Windows methods:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wrapper-table\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Feature<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>BoostSpeed<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Windows\u2019 built-in tools<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Temporary file cleanup<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Yes<\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Yes, via Storage Sense and Disk Cleanup<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Registry cleanup<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Yes<\/td>\n<td>\u274c No built-in tool<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Large and duplicate file removal<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Yes<\/td>\n<td>\u274c No built-in tool<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Large and duplicate file removal<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Yes, deep removal<\/td>\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f Yes, via Windows Installer, but leaves residual files<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Startup<\/b> <b>optimization<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Yes, manages startup impact<\/td>\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f Yes, via Task Manager, but manual<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Scheduled cleanup<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Yes, fully automated<\/td>\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f Yes, via Storage Sense, but limited<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Performance optimization<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Yes, RAM &amp; CPU optimization<\/td>\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f Yes, via Task Manager and Performance Monitor, but manual<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Defragmentation<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Yes<\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Yes, via Defragment and Optimize Drivers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p><b>If we sum it all up:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Windows provides tools for many of these tasks, but you need to apply them one by one, which takes time and effort. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">BoostSpeed<\/a> or other PC cleaners offer an all-in-one, automated solution for deep cleaning, performance optimization, and maintenance.<\/p>\n<div class=\"shcode-askquestion\">\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__heading\">Need help with your PC?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__text\">Try our <a href=\"https:\/\/qa.auslogics.com\/questions\/most_commented\" target=\"_blank\">Ask a Question<\/a> service &mdash; our experts will diagnose and resolve your PC issues completely free of charge.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Tip 2: Clean up your disk space<\/h3>\n<p>So obviously, over time, your computer accumulates different types of files and data that take up necessary space on your hard drive, such as temporary files, system cache, temporary internet files, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-update-cleanup-a-comprehensive-guide-to-free-up-disk-space\/\">Windows Update files<\/a>, and more.<\/p>\n<p>So if you do not want to use a third-party app to optimize disk storage, here\u2019s the good news. Windows offers built-in solutions <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/clearing-the-clutter-how-to-free-up-space-on-c-drive-in-windows-10\/\">for cleaning up disk space on your PC<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><b>First, there is Disk Cleanup<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-disk-cleanup-is-now-replaced-by-windows-10-storage\/\">Disk Cleanup<\/a> is a built-in tool in Windows 10 and 11 that frees up hard drive space by removing temporary files, system cache, and outdated installation data.<\/p>\n<p>Running Disk Cleanup will help you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/what-computer-maintenance-tasks-should-you-do-regularly-heres-a-quick-guide\/\">maintain your computer<\/a> and boost its performance.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to run Disk Cleanup on your PC:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Type <i>disk cleanup <\/i> in the search bar and click on the best match.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select the drive you want to clean up and click <i>OK<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once the tool appears, you\u2019ll see a list of temporary and cache files. Check the box beside the ones you want to clear and click on the <i>OK<\/i> button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">You can also click on <i>Clean up system files <\/i> to get rid of junk files created by the operating system. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>As you can see, Disk Cleanup is quite handy at getting rid of unnecessary files on your PC\u2014but it requires manual input.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, Windows offers a way to automate the cleanup process by switching on a feature called <strong>Storage Sense<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">What Is Storage Sense?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Storage Sense is an automated storage management feature in Windows 10 and 11 that helps users free up disk space by automatically deleting unnecessary files, such as temporary files, items in the Recycle Bin, and unused cloud content. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to enable Storage Sense on your PC:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to <i>Settings &gt; System &gt; Storage<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Toggle the switch to turn it on.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You will then be able to customize what types of files you want to delete and how often this should happen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Disk Cleanup and Storage Sense work together to manage disk space efficiently.<\/p>\n<p>Disk Cleanup offers a manual approach, allowing users to carefully review and select specific files to delete\u2014ideal for one-time, detailed cleanups.<\/p>\n<p>In contrast, Storage Sense automates the process, running in the background to regularly remove temporary files and other clutter, helping maintain storage health over time without user intervention. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Tip 3: Keep Windows up to date<\/h3>\n<p>One of the most effective ways to speed up Windows 11 or 10 systems is to ensure that they have the latest updates. Updates from Microsoft include important security patches and performance improvements that can fix any issues slowing your PC down.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to update Windows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to your Settings window by pressing <code>Windows + I<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll down and click on <i>Windows Update<\/i>. For Windows 10, go to <i>Update &amp; Security &gt; Windows Update<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-60.png\" alt=\"Click Windows Update\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <i>Check for updates<\/i>, wait a bit to see if there are any, and if so, click <i>Download &amp; install <\/i> to start the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Tip 4: Close background applications<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-stop-apps-from-running-in-the-background-on-windows-10-pc\/\">Some apps run in the background<\/a>\u00a0and weigh your processor down. With a simple settings tweak, you can speed up your computer by disabling these apps and choosing which ones will run in the background. Follow the below steps:<\/p>\n<p><b>Windows 10<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch Settings, click on <i>Privacy<\/i>, and select <i>Background apps<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Next, go to the <i>Background apps <\/i> page and turn on the <i>Let apps run in the background <\/i> option.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After that, go to <i>Choose which apps can run in the background <\/i> and turn individual apps on or off.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You can quickly turn most applications off by toggling off the <i>Let apps run in the background<\/i> option.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-1-1.png\" alt=\"Toggle off the Let apps run in the background option\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><b>Windows 11<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to your Settings window by pressing <code>Windows + I<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>Apps<\/i> and select <i>Installed apps<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-2-1.png\" alt=\"Select Installed apps\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Select the apps you don\u2019t want running in the background, click on the three horizontal dots, and select <i>Advanced options<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-3-1.png\" alt=\"Select Advanced options\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Go down to <i>Background apps permissions <\/i> and select <i>Never <\/i> from the drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-4-1.png\" alt=\"Go down to the Background apps permissions and select Never from the drop-down menu \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Tip 5: Use fewer browser tabs, if possible<\/h3>\n<p>Another way to speed up your Windows computer is to open fewer tabs on browsers, especially if you\u2019re not using a high-end computer. Your PC loads these programs and every new web page <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-check-ram-speed-size-and-type\/\">to your RAM<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>So, once your system\u2019s memory begins to fill up due to many open tabs, you\u2019ll start experiencing lags.<\/p>\n<p>Keeping a few tabs open should reduce the strain on the RAM and boost your Windows speed.<\/p>\n<p>Either way, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-clear-ram-and-reduce-ram-usage-in-windows-10\/\">clear your RAM<\/a> if it\u2019s full.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-do-hard-refresh-in-browser\/\">Hard Refresh Your Browser: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Tip 6: Disable startup apps<\/h3>\n<p>Some applications are designed to start running immediately after Windows boots to the desktop. When too many applications launch simultaneously during startup, it will likely take a toll on your computer.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p>To speed up your PC, consider disabling non-essential startup apps like:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Spotify, OneDrive, Skype, or Microsoft Teams (unless used immediately)<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Steam or other game launchers.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Third-party updaters like Java Update Scheduler or software auto-updaters that aren\u2019t critical, and so on.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On the other hand, some startup apps are essential and should not be disabled. This typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Security software (Windows Security\/Defender, third-party antivirus programs such as Norton, McAfee, Bitdefender)<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">System drivers and services (Intel or AMD graphics drivers, Realtek HD Audio Manager, touchpad or trackpad utilities such as Synaptics or ELAN, etc.)<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Network and connectivity tools (Wi-Fi adapters or Bluetooth drivers and VPN auto-start tools)<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">OEM utilities such as Lenovo Vantage, HP Support Assistant, Dell SupportAssist, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Let\u2019s see how to disable startup programs using Task Manager:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Press <code>Ctrl + Shift + Esc<\/code> on your keyboard to open Task Manager.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Then, click on <i>Startup apps<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After that, go through the programs, click on the app you want to deactivate, and select <i>Disable<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-5-1.png\" alt=\"In Task Manager, click o Startup programs and select the ones you want to disable\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tipsbox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__heading\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-right\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__shield\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-left\"><\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__text\">If you\u2019re not sure what an app does, Google the name or right-click it in Task Manager &gt; <i>Open file location <\/i> to understand its function before disabling it. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Related read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-fix-pc-freezing-after-startup\/\">How to Speed Up Windows Startup and Make Your PC Boot Faster? <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_native top\" data-cta-type=\"native\" data-cta-position=\"top\">\r\n\t<div class=\"cta-block__top\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text_native\">Using <a href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/after-download\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a> \u2019s Startup Manager is a more convenient and user-friendly way to manage startup programs compared to doing it manually through Task Manager.<\/p>\n<p>Instead of digging through system menus and guessing which apps are safe to disable, BoostSpeed gives you a clear overview of all startup items, along with helpful descriptions and performance impact ratings.<\/p>\n<p>This makes it easier to identify and disable unnecessary apps with just a few clicks\u2014helping your PC boot faster without the risk of turning off something essential.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group top\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Tip 7: Update your device drivers<\/h3>\n<p>Drivers and third-party applications also receive regular updates that you should install. When software drivers, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-update-graphics-driver-in-minutes-windows-10-11\/\">graphics cards<\/a>, remain out of date for too long, you\u2019ll begin to notice performance drops.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">While Windows Update does install crucial driver updates, it doesn\u2019t always provide the latest versions available.<\/p>\n<p>This means your system could be missing out on important performance improvements or bug fixes. That\u2019s why it\u2019s a good idea <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-update-drivers\/\">to manually check for updates <\/a> through Device Manager or by visiting the manufacturer\u2019s website for your hardware. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to update your drivers via Device Manager:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Type <i>device manager <\/i> in the search bar and click on the top result.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-61.png\" alt=\"Type device manager in the search bar\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Expand the category of the device you want to update.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click on the device and select <i>Update driver<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">But how do you know which drivers need updating first?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Device Manager helps by marking problematic drivers with a yellow triangle icon.<\/p>\n<p>This symbol indicates there\u2019s an issue with the driver\u2014either it\u2019s outdated, missing, or corrupted. These should be your first priority to update.<\/p>\n<p>There are more options on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-check-if-my-drivers-are-up-to-date-on-windows-10-pc\/\">how to check if your drivers are up to date<\/a>. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Tip 8: Uninstall unnecessary apps<\/h3>\n<p>If we are honest with ourselves, there are some programs on our computers right now we barely use. These could be apps you installed yourself or that came with the PC. Regardless, these programs take up space and can reduce your Windows speed. Here\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-uninstall-programs-in-windows-10\/\">how to remove those apps<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to your search box and type <i>Installed apps<\/i>. Then click on the result that pops up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-52.png\" alt=\"Type in Installed apps\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Next, search for the applications you don\u2019t use, right-click on them, and select <i>Uninstall<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-53.png\" alt=\"Local unnecessary apps and select Uninstall\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tipsbox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__heading\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-right\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__shield\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-left\"><\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__text\"><\/p>\n<p>While uninstalling apps via <i>Installed apps <\/i> is straightforward, this method often leaves behind leftovers\u2014residual files, folders, or registry entries that belonged to the uninstalled program. These leftovers can quietly pile up, consuming valuable disk space and cluttering your system. Over time, they may even interfere with other software or slow down your PC\u2019s performance.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why using a tool like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a>\u2019s Uninstall Manager is a smarter choice. It goes beyond standard uninstallers by fully removing all associated files and registry traces, ensuring a clean slate. With just a few clicks, you can wipe out unused programs and their digital footprints\u2014freeing up space and helping your system stay optimized. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Tip 9: Disable Windows tips, tricks, and suggestions<\/h3>\n<p>Windows has a nifty feature known as tips, tricks, and suggestions that tracks how you use the computer. The OS then provides suggestions based on the information it\u2019s gathered.<\/p>\n<p>In reality, you\u2019ll barely notice that the feature is there. When it shows up, it hardly provides useful info or shows you something you don\u2019t already know.<\/p>\n<p>So, in the end, you\u2019re likely better off without it. Plus, it\u2019s contributing to the slowdown of your PC. Follow the below steps to disable the feature:<\/p>\n<p><b>Windows 10<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch the Settings app and click on <i>System<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Next, click on <i>Notifications &amp; actions<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Now, uncheck the box beside <i>Get tips, tricks, and suggestions as you use Windows<\/i> under <i>Notifications<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-29-1.png\" alt=\"Uncheck the box beside Get tips, tricks, and suggestions as you use Windows\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Finally, restart your PC and check its performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Windows 11<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open the Settings window and click on <i>System<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Afterwards, click on <i>Notifications<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-30.png\" alt=\"Click on Notifications\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll down to the <i>Additional settings <\/i> section and click on it to expand.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Finally, uncheck the box next to <i>Get tips and suggestions when using Windows<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-31.png\" alt=\"Uncheck the box next to Get tips and suggestions when using Windows\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h2>How to Speed Up Your Windows 11\/10: Further Improvements<\/h2>\n<p>The solutions in this section focus on the system changes that can speed up your Windows 10 or 11. But it\u2019s nothing you can\u2019t handle because we\u2019ve made it super easy:<\/p>\n<h3>Tip 1: Adjust your power settings<\/h3>\n<p>Windows manages your system\u2019s performance to conserve battery power. While this is typical in laptops, desktop computers also have power plans intended to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ultimate-guide-how-to-stop-a-laptop-from-overheating\/\">prevent overheating<\/a>.\u00a0 The <i>Power saver <\/i> plan reduces performance to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/battery-saving-tips-how-to-make-your-laptop-battery-last-longer\/\">prolong battery life<\/a>. You\u2019ll experience periodic lags and slowdowns if you\u2019re on this plan.\u00a0 Changing the plan to <i>Balanced <\/i> or <i>High performance <\/i> should speed up your PC.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox_lite\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox_lite__heading\">Note<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Remember that you\u2019ll likely be sacrificing a great deal of battery life. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to adjust the power plan:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press <code>Windows + R<\/code> to open the Run dialog box, then type <i>control panel <\/i> into the text box and press <code>Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-8-1.png\" alt=\"In Run, type control panel\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>After the Control Panel window appears, go to <i>Hardware and Sound<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-9-1.png\" alt=\"Go to Hardware and Sound\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Then, select <i>Power Options<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-10-1.png\" alt=\"Select Power Options\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Next, you\u2019ll see the <i>Balanced <\/i> and <i>Power saver <\/i> plans under <i>Choose or customize a power plan<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-11-1.png\" alt=\"You\u2019ll see the Balanced and Power saver plans under Choose or customize a power plan \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>If you want to go for the <i>High performance <\/i> plan, expand the <i>Show additional plans <\/i> section.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-12-1.png\" alt=\"Show additional plans\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Now, select the plan you want and exit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/simple-guide-how-to-restore-missing-power-plans-options-on-windows\/\">How to Restore Missing Power Plans Options on Windows <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Tip 2: Enable Windows\u2019 Automatic Maintenance<\/h3>\n<p>Windows carries out routine maintenance on your computer every day in the background.<\/p>\n<p>This process can keep your PC running optimally for as long as possible.<\/p>\n<p>Some users turn off this feature without knowing it. Also, if you haven\u2019t plugged in your computer during the automatic maintenance, there\u2019s a chance that the process hasn\u2019t been run in a while.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s find out how to enable this feature:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch Control Panel.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After the program opens, click on the <i>System and Security<\/i> link. Make sure the <i>View by<\/i> option is set to <i>Category<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Next, click on <i>Security and Maintenance<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Expand the <i>Maintenance <\/i> section under <i>Review recent messages and resolve problems<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>Change maintenance settings<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Now, under <i>Automatic Maintenance<\/i>, choose when you\u2019d like Windows to run the daily checks<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Mark the checkbox next to <i>Allow scheduled maintenance to wake up my computer at the scheduled time. <\/i><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on the <i>OK<\/i> button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p>Even though Windows\u2019 Automatic Maintenance can help with software updates, system diagnostics, and other basic tasks, it can\u2019t fix deeper issues like fragmented registry entries, hidden performance problems, or software conflicts.<\/p>\n<p>Advanced tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed <\/a> can properly fix all these issues and get your PC back in shape. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Tip 3: Defragment your hard drive<\/h3>\n<p>One of the ways to speed up your Windows is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/defragment\/\">defragging your computer<\/a>. You can use <a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows\/defragment-optimize-your-data-drives-in-windows-54d4fed1-c96e-46db-b843-8c6b34bd27a4\">Windows\u2019 Defragment and Optimize Drives<\/a> option to defrag your system.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p>While Windows\u2019 built-in Defragment and Optimize Drives tool is helpful, it applies a more generic approach\u2014especially when it comes to differentiating between HDDs and SSDs. But why does that matter?<\/p>\n<p>HDDs store data on spinning magnetic disks, which means fragmentation\u2014where data is scattered across the disk\u2014slows down read\/write speeds. Defragmenting reorders this data, improving performance.<\/p>\n<p>SSDs, on the other hand, have no moving parts. Instead of defragmenting (which is unnecessary and can even reduce lifespan), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ssd-optimization-on-windows\/\">SSDs benefit from specialized optimization<\/a> techniques that manage data placement, trim unused blocks, and enhance longevity and speed.<\/p>\n<p>Auslogics BoostSpeed offers dedicated solutions\u2014Disk Defrag and SSD Optimizer\u2014that automatically apply the right optimization based on your drive type, giving you better performance results without the risk of using the wrong method. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can use this BoostSpeed tool to optimize your drive and speed up your system:<\/p>\n<p><b>For HDDs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch Auslogics BoostSpeed.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>All Tools <\/i> and select <i>Disk Defrag<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>Defrag<\/i> to start the defragmentation process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>For SSDs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch Auslogics BoostSpeed.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>All Tools <\/i> and select <i>SSD Optimizer<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Optimize <\/i>and wait for the process to complete.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You can click on <i>Files to optimize<\/i> for more detailed optimization settings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"shcode-askquestion\">\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__heading\">Need help with your PC?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__text\">Try our <a href=\"https:\/\/qa.auslogics.com\/questions\/most_commented\" target=\"_blank\">Ask a Question<\/a> service &mdash; our experts will diagnose and resolve your PC issues completely free of charge.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Tip 4: Prevent OneDrive from syncing automatically<\/h3>\n<p>If you have a lot of files, especially large ones, the constant syncing can consume lots of system resources like RAM, CPU, and network bandwidth.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, OneDrive can run in the background and compete with other resources. All these can cause your Windows to slow down.<\/p>\n<p>You can temporarily disable automatic syncing to reduce the pressure it exerts on the system. Here\u2019s what you should do:<\/p>\n<p><b>Windows 10<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the notification area on your taskbar and click on <i>OneDrive<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>More<\/i>, and select <i>Settings<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <i>Settings<\/i> in the pop-up window and uncheck <i>Start OneDrive automatically when I sign in to Windows<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After that, go to the <i>Account<\/i> tab and select <i>Unlink this PC<\/i> and click <i>Unlink account<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-17-1.png\" alt=\"Click Unlink account\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>When you unlink your account, a pop-up window will appear to enter your email address. Enter the necessary information to complete the process.<\/p>\n<p><b>Windows 11<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on the OneDrive icon on the system tray.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-18-1.png\" alt=\"Click on the OneDrive icon once on the system tray \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Then, click on the gear icon and select <i>Settings<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-19.png\" alt=\"Click on the gear icon and select <i>Settings <\/i>\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <i>Start OneDrive automatically when I sign in to Windows <\/i> to uncheck it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-20.png\" alt=\"Click on Start OneDrive automatically when I sign in to Windows\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"notebox_lite\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox_lite__heading\">Note<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">If you don\u2019t want to use OneDrive anymore, you can always disable or uninstall the program. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Tip 5: Enable OneDrive\u2019s Files On-Demand feature<\/h3>\n<p>Let\u2019s face it, OneDrive is pretty useful despite its resource-guzzling nature. The good thing is that you can reduce the toll it takes on your PC without giving it up entirely.<\/p>\n<p>For example, the Files On-Demand feature allows you to save specific files locally and store others on OneDrive.<\/p>\n<p>This way, you can reduce the syncing process to the barest minimum and upload <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-10-backup-guide-backing-up-to-an-external-hard-drive\/\">important files you want to back up<\/a> and share across devices.<\/p>\n<p>Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the notification area on your taskbar and right-click on <i>OneDrive<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on the gear icon and select <i>Settings<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-56.png\" alt=\"Click on OneDrive Settings\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <i>Sync and backup <\/i> and select <i>Advanced settings<\/i>. Then, click on <i>Free up disk space <\/i> under <i>Files On-Demand<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-58.png\" alt=\"Click on Free up disk space\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>You\u2019ll get a prompt after clicking on <i>Free up disk space<\/i>. Read the information there and select <i>Continue<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li>If you want to save a folder on your computer but not on OneDrive, right-click it and select the <i>Always keep on this device<\/i> option. The file or folder will show a green checkmark to indicate it\u2019s always available locally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-59.png\" alt=\"Always keep on this device\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shcode-askquestion\">\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__heading\">Need help with your PC?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__text\">Try our <a href=\"https:\/\/qa.auslogics.com\/questions\/most_commented\" target=\"_blank\">Ask a Question<\/a> service &mdash; our experts will diagnose and resolve your PC issues completely free of charge.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Tip 6: Adjust your Windows appearance<\/h3>\n<p>Windows has visual effects, like 3D animations and shadow effects, that make it pop. While these bells and whistles enhance the operating system\u2019s aesthetic appeal, they can affect your PC\u2019s performance.<\/p>\n<p>You might want to consider the trade-off between better performance and aesthetics if your computer doesn\u2019t have enough firepower to stay efficient while handling 3D effects.<\/p>\n<p>Thankfully, Microsoft offers a way to cut down on the operating system\u2019s visual appearance to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-lower-cpu-usage-causes-solutions-to-high-cpu-usage\/\">reduce the burden on your CPU<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Follow this process:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Search for <i>View advanced system settings <\/i> and click on the top result.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-26.png\" alt=\"Search for View advanced system settings and click on the top result \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <i>Settings <\/i> under <i>Performance <\/i> in the <i>Advanced <\/i> section.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-27.png\" alt=\"Click on Settings under Performance in the Advanced section \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Select the <i>Adjust for best performance <\/i> option and click the <i>OK <\/i> button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-28.png\" alt=\"Select the Adjust for best performance option and click the OK button \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>You can also choose the visual effects you want to disable and those you\u2019d love to keep.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/keyboard-magic-how-to-shut-down-restart-or-put-windows-pc-to-sleep-with-a-keyboard\/\">Restart your computer<\/a> after making these changes and check if the problem has been resolved.<\/p>\n<h3>Tip 7: Disable Game Mode<\/h3>\n<p>Game Mode was developed to allocate system resources to games. Essentially, your computer automatically detects that you are running a game and shuts every other application in the background, giving the game more priority.<\/p>\n<p>As great as this feature sounds for gamers, it doesn\u2019t always work. You can experience <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-view-and-improve-frames-per-second-fps-on-windows\/\">FPS issues<\/a> and game stutters instead of improving things.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to disable the feature:<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox_lite\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox_lite__heading\">Note<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">The steps are the same for both Windows 10 and 11 users. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch <i>Settings <\/i> using the <code>Windows + I<\/code> shortcut.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>Gaming<\/i> once you see the first page of Settings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-54.png\" alt=\"Click on Gaming once you see the first page of Settings \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <i>Game Mode <\/i> in the left pane of the <i>Gaming <\/i> interface.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <i>Game Mode<\/i> page and toggle off the switch under <i>Game Mode<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-55.png\" alt=\"Go to the Game Mode page\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/winning-strategies-how-to-optimize-your-pc-for-high-performance-gaming\/\">How to Optimize Your PC for High-Performance Gaming <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Tip 8: Get rid of bloatware and malware<\/h3>\n<p>Most Windows PCs come with pre-installed apps you don\u2019t need\u2014known as bloatware. These programs (like trial software, manufacturer tools, or promos) take up space, slow performance, and often run in the background.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">How do you know what to remove?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Go to <i>Settings &gt; Apps &gt; Installed apps <\/i> and review anything unfamiliar or unused. Sort by size or install date, and when in doubt, search the app name online. You can also check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shouldiremoveit.com\/download-rav.aspx\">Should I Remove It<\/a> site for lists of known bloatware by brand (HP, Dell, Lenovo, etc.). <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<p>And here\u2019s the thing: while bloatware isn\u2019t always harmful, it can open the door to real threats. Some seemingly harmless apps may collect data, display intrusive ads, or even act as gateways for malware\u2014especially if downloaded from unofficial sources or left outdated. That\u2019s why removing bloatware isn\u2019t just about cleanup\u2014it\u2019s also about protecting your system.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_native left\" data-cta-type=\"native\" data-cta-position=\"bottom\">\r\n\t<div class=\"cta-block__top\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text_native\">Some apps are stubborn and don\u2019t get fully uninstalled when you use built-in Windows tools. Tools like <a href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/after-download\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a> \u2019s Uninstall Manager erase leftover files and registry entries that clutter your system\u2014giving you more space and better performance.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group left\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h2>How to Speed Up Your PC: Advanced Methods for Pros<\/h2>\n<h3>Tip 1: Disable search indexing<\/h3>\n<p>The next tip to speed up your Windows computer involves turning off search indexing.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">What is search indexing?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-turn-off-windows-indexing\/\">Search indexing<\/a> is a process where Windows creates a database of all the files, documents, emails, and other data on your PC. This helps the system to retrieve information more quickly when you search for something. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<p>Even though search indexing makes things run smoothly, the process can reduce your PC speed. Search indexing is done in the background, and it\u2019s almost a continuous process that consumes system resources.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p>The initial indexing process puts more strain on your computer. That\u2019s because the OS has to go through all your files and their properties. It also has to index the text within text files to pick up keywords from the document\u2019s content.<\/p>\n<p>After that, it only indexes newly added files.<\/p>\n<p>That said, if you regularly work with lots of files, indexing can take its toll on your PC.<br \/>\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>So, turn off search indexing and check if your system\u2019s performance improves. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Open Search and type <i>services<\/i>. Then, click on the best match.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-13-1.png\" alt=\"Open Search and type in services\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Scroll down to the <i>Windows Search <\/i>service and double-click it. Or right-click and select <i>Properties<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-14-1.png\" alt=\"Select Properties\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Next, click on the <i>Stop <\/i> button in the <i>Properties <\/i> dialog window and select <i>Disabled <\/i> in the <i>Startup type <\/i> drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-15-1.png\" alt=\"Click on the Stop button in the Properties dialog window and select Disabled in the Startup type drop-down menu \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Now, click on the <i>OK <\/i> button, restart your PC, and check if performance has improved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Tip 2: Optimize your virtual memory<\/h3>\n<p>Your computer uses RAM to temporarily store files and programs that the CPU needs to work on. However, when it gets full, Windows uses part of your hard drive or solid-state drive as extra memory. This is called virtual memory or a page file.<\/p>\n<p>Normally, Windows manages the page file automatically by adjusting it according to its needs.<\/p>\n<p>However, you can also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/virtual-memory-too-low\/\">manage the virtual memory<\/a> yourself. Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Type <i>View advanced system setting <\/i>s in the search bar and click on the best match.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-21.png\" alt=\"Type View Advanced System Settings  in the search bar and click on it to open \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <i>Settings <\/i> under <i>Performance <\/i> once you see the <i>System Properties <\/i> dialog window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-22.png\" alt=\"Click on Settings under Performance once you see the System Properties dialog window \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After the <i>Performance Options <\/i> window pops up, switch to the <i>Advanced <\/i> tab.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <i>Virtual memory<\/i> section and click on the <i>Change<\/i> button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-23.png\" alt=\"Go to the Virtual memory section and click the Change button\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Now, make sure the box beside <i>Automatically manage paging file size for all drive <\/i>s is checked.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on the <i>OK<\/i> button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-24.png\" alt=\"Make sure the box beside Automatically manage paging file size for all drives is checked \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Tip 3: Repair system files<\/h3>\n<p>You can speed up Windows 11 and 10 by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-find-and-fix-corrupted-files-in-windows-10\/\">fixing issues with system files<\/a>.\u00a0 Windows relies on specific system files to run optimally. While these files are highly protected, they can still be affected by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/know-windows-10-computer-infected\/\">malware<\/a> and third-party applications.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, you could tamper with them by mistake, causing your operating system to malfunction.<\/p>\n<p>There are instances where system slowdowns and frustrating lags result from missing or corrupted system files.<\/p>\n<p>The good thing is that you can replace these affected files using the System File Checker (SFC). Follow the methods below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the search bar and type <i>CMD<\/i>, then right-click <i>Command Prompt <\/i>in the results and select <i>Run as administrator<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>Yes<\/i> in the pop-up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-39.png\" alt=\"Run Command Prompt Run as administrator\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Type this DISM command and press <code>Enter<\/code>:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>DISM.exe \/Online \/Cleanup-image \/Restorehealth<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-40.png\" alt=\"Run the following command: DISM.exe \/Online \/Cleanup-image \/Restorehealth\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>After the DISM tool completes its process, which might take a while, type <i>sfc \/scannow <\/i> and tap the <code>Enter<\/code> keyboard button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-41.png\" alt=\"sfc \/scannow\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>The SFC will now go through your computer, searching for corrupted and missing system files. It will scan your PC\u2019s protected folders and replace the affected files.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Tip 4: Consider upgrading RAM<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re a heavy user or play <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/the-most-demanding-pc-games-of-pushing-hardware-to-the-limits\/\">resource-intensive PC games<\/a>, having a RAM upgrade can improve PC performance. If your system is struggling to even open multiple apps or browser tabs, this could be a sign that you need more RAM.<\/p>\n<p>For most users, upgrading from 4GB to 8GB or 16GB is okay.<\/p>\n<p>However, for video editors, gamers, or if you\u2019re running other resource-hungry software, you might benefit from going up to 32GB or higher.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc We have a detailed guide on this topic. You can check it here: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ram-upgrade-made-easy-when-and-how-to-upgrade-your-ram-on-windows-10-11\/\">When and How to Upgrade Your RAM on Windows 10\/11 <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"shcode-askquestion\">\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__heading\">Need help with your PC?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__text\">Try our <a href=\"https:\/\/qa.auslogics.com\/questions\/most_commented\" target=\"_blank\">Ask a Question<\/a> service &mdash; our experts will diagnose and resolve your PC issues completely free of charge.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h2>How to Speed Up Your Computer: Explained<\/h2>\n<p>If you are ready to speed up Windows 10 or 11, you don\u2019t have to spend money on expensive upgrades or go through complicated processes. Start by implementing the tips mentioned in this article. Let\u2019s recap.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Try this first<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Use a PC cleaner and optimizer (e.g., Auslogics BoostSpeed)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Clean up your disk space using Disk Cleanup and Storage Sense<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Keep your system up to date via Windows Update<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Close background applications<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Use fewer browser tabs to reduce RAM usage<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Disable non-essential startup apps (via Task Manager or Auslogics BoostSpeed)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Update device drivers manually or with Auslogics Driver Updater<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Uninstall unnecessary apps using Settings or BoostSpeed\u2019s Uninstall Manager<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Disable Windows\u2019 tips, tricks, and suggestions<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Further improvements<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Adjust your power settings<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Enable Windows\u2019 Automatic Maintenance<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Defragment your hard drive or optimize your SSD with Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Prevent automatic syncing for OneDrive<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Enable OneDrive\u2019s Files On-Demand feature<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Tweak Windows appearance settings to reduce visual effects<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Disable Game Mode (if it\u2019s causing performance issues)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Remove bloatware and scan for malware<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>If you are an experienced user<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Disable search indexing to reduce resource usage<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Optimize your virtual memory settings<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Repair system files using DISM and SFC tools<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Consider a RAM upgrade<\/p>\n<p>Remember, you can avoid many manual steps to speed up your PC by starting to use automatic maintenance as part of your daily routine <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/after-download\/\">with one of the PC cleaners<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>These tools will optimize your machine step by step, and you won\u2019t even notice any slowdown. If this article has been helpful, let us know in the comments, and don\u2019t hesitate to share it or reach out with any questions.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Still have PC-related questions? Don\u2019t hesitate to visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/qa.auslogics.com\/\">Ask a Question<\/a> forum! Just post your question and share your issue with our specialists\u2014they\u2019ll be ready to give you hands-on help. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Why is my PC so slow all the time?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tYour PC might be slowing down due to a buildup of temporary files, too many background apps, outdated drivers, or insufficient system resources. Other common culprits include unnecessary startup programs, low disk space, or even hidden malware. Fortunately, most of these issues can be fixed without expensive upgrades. The guide above offers step-by-step solutions to speed up Windows 10\/11 and get your computer running like new again.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">How can I make my CPU faster?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tTo boost CPU performance, start by closing background apps, disabling unnecessary startup programs, and adjusting your power settings to High performance. You can also use tools like Auslogics BoostSpeed to optimize CPU usage and free up system resources. These simple tweaks can help your CPU run faster and more efficiently\u2014without needing a hardware upgrade.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">What can I add to my PC to make it faster?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tWell, it depends on what you want and your current situation. Are you a gamer or a heavy user like a video editor? Upgrading your graphics card can help. You could also consider replacing your hard drive with an SSD. On the other hand, if you\u2019re a general user, consider installing Auslogics BoostSpeed to optimize your system and increase its efficiency. It has all the necessary tools to keep your PC running smoothly for years to come.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">What is the best way to clean up junk files and free up space?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tWindows 10 and 11 offer several built-in tools to help clear out junk files and reclaim storage. Start with Disk Cleanup, which lets you manually delete temporary files, system cache, and old update data. Then enable Storage Sense to automate routine cleanups in the background. You can also manage and uninstall unused apps via the Installed apps section in Settings and remove residual files left behind by updates using Clean up system files within Disk Cleanup. For ongoing optimization, don\u2019t forget about OneDrive\u2019s Files On-Demand feature and disabling Windows\u2019 tips, tricks, and suggestions, which can also consume space and resources. These tools work together to keep your PC clutter-free without needing third-party software\u2014though apps like Auslogics BoostSpeed can help if you want deeper, automated cleaning.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Does uninstalling apps improve computer speed?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tYes, especially if the programs run background processes or consume system resources like CPU and RAM. Many apps, including the ones you don\u2019t usually use, can take up memory and even set themselves to start up when you boot your computer. So, deleting them can free up space and reduce the load on your system.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No matter how new or updated your system is, every computer eventually slows down. Its frustrating, but it\u2019s also something you can fix. 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