{"id":38307,"date":"2025-01-06T21:30:40","date_gmt":"2025-01-06T21:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=38307"},"modified":"2025-10-17T22:56:06","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T22:56:06","slug":"why-is-my-computer-so-slow-how-to-improve-computer-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/why-is-my-computer-so-slow-how-to-improve-computer-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"[Complete Roadmap] How to Improve Your Computer Performance Instantly on Windows 10\/11"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If your computer&rsquo;s performance is slowing your productivity, this guide is for you. I get how frustrating a slow PC can be. It slows your work, drains your patience, and steals valuable time.<\/p>\n<p>That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s essential to keep in mind tips for improving your computer&rsquo;s performance.In fact, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.electric.ai\/blog\/wasted-talent-time-lost-to-tech-issues#:~:text=Dealing%20With%20Tech%20Issues%20at%20Work&amp;text=On%20average%2C%20we%20found%20workers,fixing%20tech%20issues.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">studies <\/a> show that people lose up to three hours weekly battling slow systems.<\/p>\n<p>If you&rsquo;re one of them, follow the solutions covered in this article to resolve the issue permanently.<\/p>\n<h2>The Most Common Reasons for a Slow Windows Computer<\/h2>\n<p>\nThere are many reasons why your computer is running so slow. Some possible poor PC performance causes are as follows:<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_PC.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">1. Lack of computer maintenance<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Regular computer maintenance ensures your PC runs optimally and avoids frustrating crashes and slowdowns. Otherwise, your computer&rsquo;s performance, security, and longevity may suffer.<\/p>\n<p>To ensure your computer is functioning properly, you should perform the following tasks regularly:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Run regular antivirus scans.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Remove unnecessary files to clean up disk space.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Optimize your drives (HDD and SSD).<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Check for storage and memory issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nWhen you fail to follow a regular maintenance schedule, your computer will experience issues like junk file accumulation, overheating, system crashes, data loss, and failing hardware in addition to poor performance. <strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Fixes.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">2. Driver problems<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If your driver software is out of date, corrupted, or not functioning properly, your operating system may not be able to communicate properly with your hardware, which can result in slow performance.<\/p>\n<p>Driver issues can also cause conflicts between your system&rsquo;s software components, which can lead to performance issues like freezes, crashes, and instability.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><b>&#128204; Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-update-drivers\/\">How to Update Drivers on Windows 10\/11 PC? <\/a><\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Compatibility.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">3. Software issues<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Software culprits leading to poor PC performance include outdated or incompatible software, unnecessary startup apps, and resource-hungry programs.<\/p>\n<p>Running too many programs at once is also a practice that often makes the PC intolerably slow. To increase PC performance, consider closing some programs or restarting.<\/p>\n<p>Similarly, outdated operating systems and programs can slow down your PC. To fix that, update Windows and your apps frequently to ensure they work perfectly.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Interface.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">4. Registry issues<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Windows registry is a crucial yet sensitive database that stores configuration settings, options, and preferences for your computer&rsquo;s programs and hardware.<\/p>\n<p>Over time, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-registry-error-bsod-0x00000051\/\">registry errors <\/a> and corruption develop, causing many system problems, including slow PC performance.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_App.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">5. Hardware issues<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to hardware problems leading to poor performance, insufficient amounts of memory, storage space, or processing power are often to blame.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, if your computer does not have enough RAM, it may fail to run several apps at once. A hard drive running out of space may struggle to swap data in and out of memory.<\/p>\n<p>To fix all these hardware problems and improve PC performance, consider upgrading some parts, but before that you can apply fixes we will speak about below.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><b>&#128204; Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/factors-that-may-cause-hard-disk-failure\/\">Factors That May Cause Hard Drive Failure <\/a><\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>How to Improve PC Performance on Windows 10\/11<\/h2>\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>Malware can significantly slow down your Windows device by consuming huge amounts of system resources, launching unwanted and dangerous processes, and modifying critical system settings. Your OS may even become totally unresponsive or get damaged beyond repair.<\/p>\n<p>Usually, the first step to fix a performance problem on Windows 10\/11 is to scan for malware issues.<\/p>\n<p>You can scan with Windows Security by opening it from the Start menu (<em>Settings &gt; Privacy &amp; security &gt; Windows Security<\/em>), selecting <em>Virus &amp; threat protection<\/em>, and clicking <em>Quick scan<\/em> or <em>Full scan<\/em> to check for and remove any threats.<\/p>\n<p>While Windows Security offers essential protection, it doesn&rsquo;t catch every potential threat. That&rsquo;s where <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/anti-malware\/\">Auslogics Anti-Malware <\/a> comes in. It&rsquo;s designed to work alongside your main antivirus and neutralize hidden threats, suspicious activities, and vulnerabilities that may evade standard protection. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Fix 1: Use reliable third-party tools<\/h3>\n<p>\nThe fastest and most effective way to boost PC performance is to use trustworthy third-party tools, like CCleaner, Advanced SystemCare, and Auslogics BoostSpeed. These programs are designed to:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Address performance bottlenecks.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Clean unnecessary clutter.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Optimize your PC settings without needing technical expertise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">The main advantage of using third-party tools instead of built-in methods is their versatility. These tools are specifically designed to perform all optimization tasks with just one click. We strongly recommend using a PC optimizer regularly to ensure your PC is well-maintained and to minimize the causes of slow performance. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed <\/a> is quite unique because it offers comprehensive features that can supercharge your computer&rsquo;s performance. It has over 30 features, from removing temporary files and defragging your system to cleaning your registry.<\/p>\n<p>Here&rsquo;s how it works:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/after-download\/\">Download the software <\/a> from Auslogics official website and install it.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After the installation, launch the program. You will see a big <em>Scan<\/em> button. Click on it to start the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">This is a multi-purpose full system scan that checks your disk space, pinpoints stability and performance glitches, looks for privacy vulnerabilities, and more. If you don&rsquo;t know what&rsquo;s causing your PC to slow down, use this option. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-152748.png\" alt=\"Download the software from Auslogics official website and install it\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>After the scan, click on <i>Resolve All <\/i> to optimize your system.<\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-152905.png\" alt=\"After the scan, click on Resolve All to optimize your system\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>You can also click on <em>See scan details<\/em> to find out what BoostSpeed uncovered and suggest to do. Here, you can deselect areas you don&rsquo;t want to optimize and make adjustments that suit you.<\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-152928.png\" alt=\"You can also click on See scan details to find out what BoostSpeed uncovered and suggest to do. Here, you can deselect areas you don&rsquo;t want to optimize and make adjustments that suit you\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>That said, if you are not sure which third-party tool to use, here is a quick summary of some of the best on the Internet today. We have put together a comparison of their main features to help you make an informed decision.\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"wrapper-table\">\n<div class=\"wrapper-table\">\n<table style=\"height: 347px;\" width=\"721\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Feature <\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a><\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ccleaner.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">CCleaner<\/a><\/strong><\/th>\n<th><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iobit.com\/en\/advancedsystemcarefree.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><strong>Advanced SystemCare<\/strong> <\/a><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Junk file cleanup<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Comprehensive and thorough<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Moderate coverage<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Extensive cleanup<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Disk defragmentation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Advanced optimization<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #993300;\">&#10008;<\/span> Not available<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Basic functionality<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Startup optimization<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Detailed with safety ratings<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Basic functionality<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Basic functionality<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Real-time monitoring<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Monitors system performance, like CPU, RAM, etc.<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #993300;\">&#10008;<\/span> Not available<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Monitors system performance, like CPU, RAM, etc.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Ease of use<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> User-friendly interface<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Simple<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Moderate learning curve<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Free version availability<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Free with limited features<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Free with limited features<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Free with limited features<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Premium pricing<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Pro version: $34.44 for 3 PCs\/year<\/p>\n<p><b>Holiday prices:<\/b> $29.28 for 3 PCs\/year<\/td>\n<td>Pro starts from $59.95 for 3 devices\/year to $159.95 for 5 devices\/2 years<\/p>\n<p><b>Holiday prices:<\/b> From $59.95 for 3 devices\/year to $109.95 for 5 devices\/2 years<\/td>\n<td>Pro version starts from $29.99\/year to $179.94\/2 years<\/p>\n<p><b>Holiday prices:<\/b> $16.77\/year&ndash;26.99\/2 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Privacy protection<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Tracks and removes sensitive data<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Moderate coverage<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #008000;\">&#10004;<\/span> Includes privacy features<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_native left\" data-cta-type=\"native\" data-cta-position=\"middle\">\r\n\t<div class=\"cta-block__top\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text_native\">There may be several factors that may be causing your computer to lose its steam. PC optimizers helps to find the areas for improvements and automatically apply necessary adjustments. Regardless, <a href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/after-download\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a> has got the tool to help you fix decrease in PC productivity.<\/p>\n<p>Whether it&rsquo;s Duplicate File Finder, Tweak Manager, or its Startup Manager, this tool can help you get more space and reduce unnecessary apps taking up too much resources, defragment hard drives, and tweak Windows settings for further improvements.<\/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<p>PC optimizers are always the easiest solution for keeping your machine running smoothly. However, if you prefer to navigate independently, let&rsquo;s explore the built-in Windows methods to enhance your PC&rsquo;s performance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Fix 2: Update your drivers<\/h3>\n<p>\nDrivers are software that help your computer communicate with hardware devices like network adapters or graphics cards. When these drivers are not updated, the devices they control run inefficiently. This might be the reason you are experiencing performance issues.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-update-drivers\/\">Updating your drivers <\/a> ensures that your hardware components, such as the graphics card, network adapter, and sound card, are running with the latest software. This helps prevent crashes, compatibility issues, or slow performance.<\/p>\n<p>Below are important drivers to update for optimal performance:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Graphics card for sharper visuals and better gaming.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Network adapter for faster internet and stable connection.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Sound card for enhanced audio quality.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Chipset drivers for improved system stability.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Storage drivers for faster data transfer speeds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Step 1:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>To update your drivers, you need to go to Device Manager . Type <i>Device Manager <\/i> in Windows Search and open the app.<\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-98.png\" alt=\"Type Device Manager Windows search and open the app\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><b>Step 2: <\/b>Expand the categories to find the device whose driver you want to update (for example, expand <em>Display adapters<\/em> if you want to update a graphics card driver).<\/p>\n<p><b>Step 3: <\/b>Right-click the device and choose <i>Update driver <\/i>.<\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-99.png\" alt=\"Right-click the device and choose Update driver\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><b>Step 4: <\/b>On the next screen, select <i>Search automatically for drivers <\/i>.<\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2024-12-19-140801.png\" alt=\"On the next screen select Search automatically for updated driver software\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the update.<\/p>\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\">Manually updating drivers can be time-consuming and tricky, especially if you&rsquo;re unsure which ones need updates. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/driver-updater\/\">Auslogics Driver Updater <\/a> simplifies the process by automatically scanning your system and updating all outdated or missing drivers in one go. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Fix 3: Update your Windows<\/h3>\n<p>\nYour drivers are not the only things to update. If, after completing the step above, performance does not improve significantly, try updating Windows.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/do-i-need-manually-check-for-win10-updates\/\">Keeping Windows up to date <\/a> is crucial for maintaining system stability and performance. Updates often include bug fixes and performance enhancements that protect your computer from vulnerabilities and improve its overall functionality.<\/p>\n<p><b>Step 1:<\/b> To update Windows, open Settings by pressing <code>Win + I<\/code> . Click on <i>Windows Update<\/i>.<\/p>\n<p><b>Step 2: <\/b>Click <i>Check for updates<\/i>.<\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2024-12-19-141206.png\" alt=\"Click Check for updates\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> If updates are available, click <i>Download <\/i> <em>and install<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>Restart your PC if prompted to complete the update.\n<\/p>\n<h3>Fix 4: Remove unneeded software<\/h3>\n<p>\nNow that your PC is up to date, you should remove unnecessary software.<\/p>\n<p>Unnecessary apps take up valuable disk space on your computer and consume plenty of system resources. All of these can slow down your device, limiting the amount of storage available for important data. So, to improve your machine productivity, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-uninstall-programs-in-windows-10\/\">remove unnecessary apps <\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Windows has a built-in&nbsp; Add or Remove Programs &nbsp;feature to uninstall apps:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open Control Panel from Windows Search.<\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-154401.png\" alt=\"Open Control Panel from the Windows search\" 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&nbsp;<i>Uninstall a program<\/i> under <i>Programs.<\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-153045.png\" alt=\"Select Uninstall a program under Programs\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Locate the app you would like to uninstall. Select it and click the&nbsp;<i>Uninstall<\/i>&nbsp;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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-153149.png\" alt=\"Select it and click the Uninstall button\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_native right\" data-cta-type=\"native\" data-cta-position=\"middle\">\r\n\t<div class=\"cta-block__top\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text_native\">Instead of using the Control Panel, try <a href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/after-download\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a> &rsquo;s Uninstall Manager. It&rsquo;s faster, easier, and much more thorough.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to deleting apps, it also removes leftover files and registry entries that apps leave behind after uninstallation &mdash; something the Control Panel can&rsquo;t do. This frees up even more space.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group right\">\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>Fix 5: Disable unneeded startup programs<\/h3>\n<p>\nDisabling unnecessary startup programs in Windows can improve PC performance by reducing the number of applications competing for system resources when the system starts. Every time your system boots, startup programs consume system resources like CPU, RAM, and disk space. This can slow down your computer, especially during bootup and even minutes after booting.<\/p>\n<p>By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/quick-tips-how-to-disable-startup-programs-in-windows-10\/\">disabling startup programs <\/a> you don&rsquo;t need immediately, the system can focus on essential tasks, leading to faster startup times and smoother overall performance. This also frees up resources for other applications and ensures that your PC operates more efficiently throughout its use.<\/p>\n<p>Here&rsquo;s how to use Task Manager to disable the startup apps:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Press <code>Ctrl + Shift + Esc<\/code> to open Task Manager and click the <i>Startup apps <\/i> tab.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select any app you want to disable and click <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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-153309.png\" alt=\"Select any app you want to disable and click Disable\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>You can check the startup impact of each app in the respective column to help decide which one should go. If an app&rsquo;s startup impact is rated as <em>High<\/em> and it is not needed for startup, you should consider disabling it.<\/p>\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 want to know more on what&rsquo;s going on in terms of resource usage, processes, and their impact on your system performance, consider using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a>&rsquo;s Task Manager.<\/p>\n<p>Together with its one-click optimization tools, you can control your system resources and adjust necessary settings to easily speed up PC productivity. Make your PC perform better than it used to. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Fix 6: Clean up your registry<\/h3>\n<p>\nTo boost PC performance further and make sure your OS is running smoothly, you need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-clean-registry-in-windows-10\/\">keep your registry clean <\/a>. This is important because when the registry gets cluttered with outdated or unnecessary entries (like leftover settings from uninstalled programs), the system may take longer to load necessary system files, which might cause a drop in performance.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p>The Windows registry is a database where Windows keeps important settings that are crucial for the operating system as well as settings needed for hardware, software, and user preferences.<\/p>\n<p>Please note that you need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-back-up-and-restore-the-windows-10-registry\/\">to back up your Windows registry <\/a> before making any changes. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Cleaning the registry involves removing these outdated, invalid, or broken registry entries that may be causing performance issues and system instability.<\/p>\n<p>Here&rsquo;s how to do it:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Open the Registry Editor by pressing the <code>Windows key + R<\/code> to open the Run dialog. In the text box, type <i>regedit <\/i> and click <i>OK <\/i>or press <code>Enter<\/code> <i>. <\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-153416.png\" alt=\"In the text box, type regedit and click OK or press Enter\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Copy and paste <i>HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\\Software<\/i> into the address bar and see if there are entries from programs you&rsquo; ve uninstalled or software you no longer use.<\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-153508.png\" alt=\"Type HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftware in the navigation and see if there are entries from programs you've uninstalled or software you no longer use\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">Warning!<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p>If you are not familiar with registry files, it might be challenging to know the entry to delete. Plus sometimes, you need to find broken file associations that uninstalled programs may have left behind.<\/p>\n<p>If you do not find the right entry files or mistakenly delete or modify the wrong entries, your system might have issues handling files. Using a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/auslogics-registry-cleaner\/\">trusted&nbsp;registry cleaner <\/a> can help in this situation. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Fix 7: Remove junk files from your PC<\/h3>\n<p>\nAccumulating junk files can slow down your computer because this makes it harder for the system to manage files efficiently. This can lead to slower read and write speeds, longer loading times, and decreased overall performance. This is especially noticeable when running resource-intensive tasks or applications.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">\n<p>Junk files are temporary files that are created by applications or your operating system. These files are supposed to serve temporary functions. Examples of these junk files include:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Temporary files<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Created by applications during installation or use, such as .tmp files.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Log files<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Files generated by the system or applications to track events, often unnecessary after troubleshooting.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Recycle Bin files<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Deleted files that are still stored in the Recycle Bin and not permanently removed.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Download folder clutter<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Files downloaded from the Internet but no longer needed.<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nIdeally, these files become useless after their task is complete, like after a program is installed. However, they often remain on your system, taking up storage space unnecessarily and contributing to clutter.<\/p>\n<p>Over time, the accumulation of these files can slow down your computer and reduce its efficiency.&nbsp; Performing a disk cleanup is one way to remove junk files from your PC. You can use the built-in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-disk-cleanup-is-now-replaced-by-windows-10-storage\/\">Windows Disk Cleanup <\/a> tool to identify and delete unnecessary files that take up disk space on your computer.\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Type <i>Disk cleanup <\/i> into Windows Search and open the app.<\/li>\n<li>Windows will tell you how much space you can free up and the files that are safe to delete. Under <i>Files to delete <\/i>, select the files you want to remove and click&nbsp; <i>OK <\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-154618.png\" alt=\"Under Files to delete, select the files you want to remove and click OK\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>To perform a more thorough cleanup, click the&nbsp; <i>Clean up system files <\/i>&nbsp;button.&nbsp;Also, select the file types you would like to remove and click&nbsp; <i>OK&nbsp; <\/i>to proceed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">What else do you need to do to clean up your PC?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p>Apart from these above junk files, consider these additional cleanup tasks:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Remove duplicate files<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/duplicate-file-finder\/\">Duplicate File Finder <\/a> tool to identify and delete redundant files that unnecessarily take up storage.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clear temporary internet files<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Delete <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/delete-temporary-internet-files\/\">temporary internet files <\/a> through your browser settings to free up space and improve browsing performance.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clear old system restore points<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Keep only the most recent restore point and delete the older ones to save storage.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clean old emails<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Organize your email inbox and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/gmail-cleanup-how-to-find-and-delete-all-unread-emails-in-gmail\/\">delete unnecessary or outdated emails <\/a>, especially those with large attachments. This will free up storage and improve performance.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clean large files<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Use a third-party tool like Auslogics BoostSpeed to locate large files taking up significant storage space. You can either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/easy-guide-how-to-find-and-clean-large-files-on-your-windows-10-pc\/\">delete large files <\/a> if they are no longer needed or move them to an external drive.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Delete old update files<\/b><strong>: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-update-cleanup-a-comprehensive-guide-to-free-up-disk-space\/\">Remove outdated Windows update files <\/a> by using the Disk Cleanup tool. You could also access <em>Storage settings &gt; Temporary files<\/em> to recover storage space taken up by unnecessary update leftovers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nPerforming these tasks regularly will help keep your PC running smoothly and improve its overall efficiency.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Fix 8: Optimize your hard drive<\/h3>\n<p>\nOptimizing your&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ssd-vs-hdd-whats-the-difference-and-what-to-choose\/\">SSD or HDD <\/a>&nbsp;can boost PC performance and even the lifespan of your machine. Optimization will allow your programs and files to load faster and lead to better system functioning.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">An HDD (hard disk drive) is a traditional storage device that uses spinning metal disks to read and write data.<\/p>\n<p>An SSD (solid-state drive) is a modern storage device that uses flash memory to store data. SSDs have no moving parts, so they are much faster and more durable than HDDs.<\/p>\n<p>When used as your primary drive, SSDs will give you faster boot time, plus they load files and programs quickly.<\/p>\n<p>However, SSDs are generally more expensive for the same storage capacity compared with HDDs. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>During optimization, HDDs go through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/defragment\/\">defragmentation <\/a>, which reorganizes scattered file pieces so they are stored together, making it quicker to access programs and files. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-check-what-ssd-you-have-a-comprehensive-guide\/\">SSDs <\/a>, on the other hand, go through trimming which clears unused data to keep the drive running efficiently.<\/p>\n<p>Either way, optimization reduces the extra work your drive has to do, preventing unnecessary wear and tear. As a result, your system works more smoothly, loads files faster, and your drive stays in good condition for a longer time.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p>You can set the schedule for the maintenance. Usually, Windows 10\/11 automatically performs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ssd-optimization-on-windows\/\">SSD maintenance <\/a>, including TRIM, during scheduled drive optimizations. There&rsquo;s no need to do it manually unless you are troubleshooting a performance issue.<\/p>\n<p>If you&rsquo;re using an SSD, Windows default weekly optimization is just fine. Excessive manual optimizations or defragmentation can potentially reduce the drive&rsquo;s lifespan. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Windows has a built-in tool that can optimize your drive. To run it:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Type <i>defragment and optimize drives <\/i> in Windows Search . Select the app from the search results.<\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-154714.png\" alt=\"Type Defragment and Optimize Drives in the Windows Search. Select the app from the search results\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>In the tool, a list of drives will appear. Select the drive you want to optimize. Windows will also tell you if the file has issues and when it was last fragmented or trimmed.<\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-154906.png\" alt=\"Select the drive you want to optimize\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Click <i>Optimize<\/i> to start the process. For SSDs, this will run the TRIM command; for HDDs, it will perform defragmentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5626105816785274\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Bottom_CTA -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:728px;height:90px\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5626105816785274\" data-ad-slot=\"9260129453\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<h3>Fix 9: Adjust power settings<\/h3>\n<p>\nPower settings control how your computer uses energy. With this setting, Windows tries to strike a balance between performance and energy consumption. Windows offers three different power plans that try to trade off one for the other.<\/p>\n<p>Amongst all three, the best performance plan prioritizes better performance over efficient power consumption by allowing your CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage devices to run at maximum speed, even when the system is idle. This can be especially beneficial for users who run demanding applications like gaming, video editing, programming, or data analysis.<\/p>\n<p>This power-intensive mode ensures that the system doesn&rsquo;t throttle performance to save power. However, keep in mind that this plan may <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/why-is-my-laptop-battery-draining-so-fast-what-to-do\/\">drain the battery faster <\/a> and increase power consumption.<\/p>\n<p>So, if your&nbsp;computer is running slow&nbsp;and you want a noticeable boost in overall system performance, make sure to do the following:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Open the Settings app (<code>Windows + I<\/code>) and click on&nbsp; <i>System <\/i><b>.<\/b> On the left pane, navigate to&nbsp; <i>Power &amp; battery. <\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-155207.png\" alt=\"Open the Settings app (Windows + I) and click on System. On the left pane, navigate to Power &amp; sleep\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on&nbsp; <i>Power mode <\/i>&nbsp;and select&nbsp; <i>Best performance. <\/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\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-01-06-155307.png\" alt=\"Click on Power Mode and select Best performance\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<hr>\n<p><b>&#128204; Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/make-sense-of-advanced-power-settings\/\">Power Options in Windows 10: Advanced Guide <\/a><\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>Fix 10: Upgrade your hardware<\/h3>\n<p>\nUpgrading your system can improve its performance, especially if it&rsquo; s an old PC. If you&rsquo;re on a tight budget, you can make specific upgrades based on what you use the computer for. Here are some things to consider:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ram-upgrade-made-easy-when-and-how-to-upgrade-your-ram-on-windows-10-11\/\"><b>Add more RAM<\/b><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> Increasing your RAM allows your computer to handle more applications simultaneously without slowing down. This is important if you frequently run multiple programs simultaneously.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Upgrade your HDD or SSD.<\/b> SSDs offer significantly faster read\/write speeds and boot times compared to traditional hard drives. Your PC will become faster and more responsive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<p><strong>&#128204; Read after: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/review-best-ssd-for-your-gaming-top-choices-for-your-gaming-needs\/\">Best SSD for Your Gaming: Top Choices for Your Gaming Needs <\/a><\/p>\n<hr>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Get a new graphics card<\/b><strong>.<\/strong> If you&rsquo;re a gamer, you should consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/upgrade-gpu-on-laptop-all-you-need-to-know\/\">upgrading the GPU <\/a> to enhance visual performance, increase frame rates, and get support for new technologies. Do this, and you&rsquo;ll have smoother gameplay, better rendering in graphic-intensive applications, and an overall improved multimedia experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">Warning!<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">It&rsquo;s best to allow a technician to handle this part of the process if you&rsquo;ve not done this before. Opening your computer yourself can lead to damage to sensitive parts. Also, a professional can recommend the best upgrades based on your system&rsquo;s compatibility and your performance needs. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<p>Here is a quick summary of all the best solutions on how to improve your computer performance:\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"wrapper-table\">\n<table style=\"height: 351px;\" width=\"934\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Fix<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Description<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Additional tips<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>What does it do<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Use reliable third-party tools<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Use tools like Auslogics BoostSpeed or CCleaner to automate cleanup tasks<\/td>\n<td>Choose reputable tools to avoid malware or bloatware<\/td>\n<td>Simplifies and automates cleanup, making system optimization easier<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Update your drivers<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Use Device Manager to update drivers<\/td>\n<td>Update drivers for hardware components like the graphics card, network adapter, and sound card<\/td>\n<td>Improves compatibility, boosts performance, and prevents system errors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Update Windows<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Go to <em>Settings &gt; Windows Update<\/em>&nbsp;and check for updates<\/td>\n<td>Install the latest Windows updates, including security patches and performance enhancements<\/td>\n<td>Improves system stability and enhances performance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Remove unneeded apps<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Uninstall apps you don&rsquo;t use to free up space\/resources<\/td>\n<td>Go to Control Panel or <em>Settings &gt; Apps<\/em> to remove them<\/td>\n<td>Frees up memory, improves speed, and saves storage space<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Disable unneeded startup programs<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Stop apps from launching at startup to improve boot time<\/td>\n<td>Go to <em>Task Manager &gt; Startup apps<\/em> to disable unnecessary apps<\/td>\n<td>Reduces boot time and speeds up system startup<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Clean up your registry<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Remove obsolete registry entries to declutter your system<\/td>\n<td>Use reliable tools like Auslogics Registry Cleaner; avoid manual edits<\/td>\n<td>Prevents potential system errors and enhances performance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Remove junk files from your PC<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Delete temporary, cache, and log files to clear clutter<\/td>\n<td>Use Disk Cleanup or Storage Sense in Windows<\/td>\n<td>Increases available storage and may improve performance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Optimize your drive<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Defragment HDDs or optimize SSDs to improve read\/write speeds<\/td>\n<td>Use the built-in Windows Optimize Drives tool<\/td>\n<td>Improves data access speed and extends drive lifespan<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Adjust power settings<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Set your computer to prioritize performance<\/td>\n<td>Go to Control Panel or <em>Settings &gt; System &gt; Power &amp; battery<\/em> to adjust your power plan settings<\/td>\n<td>It sets the CPU and other components at their maximum speed to avoid throttled performance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Upgrade your PC<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Add more RAM, change from HDD to SSD, or upgrade your graphics card<\/td>\n<td>Allow a professional to handle the process for you<\/td>\n<td>Boosts multitasking, speeds up load times, and enhances visual performance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Extra Tips on How to Make Your PC Run Like New<\/h2>\n<h3>Tip 1: Maintain your PC regularly<\/h3>\n<p>\nIf you want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-speed-up-windows\/\">speed up your Windows PC <\/a>, you need to regularly maintain it to keep it running smoothly. If you don&rsquo;t, small issues will pile up and eventually slow everything down. So, try your best to do everything I&rsquo;ve already talked about in the previous section, like:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Getting rid of junk files.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Fixing system registry errors.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Checking for and removing viruses and malware.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Updating Windows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_native top\" 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\">As you&rsquo;ve probably noticed, this kind of thing is a chore, especially if you have other things to do. If that&rsquo;s you, you can use reliable third-party tools like <a href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/after-download\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed.<\/a> It&rsquo;ll automate the maintenance process, identify, and alert you if it finds issues early, and keep your PC running efficiently.<\/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 2: Adjust your PC settings for gaming<\/h3>\n<p>\nIf you&rsquo;re a gamer, you can elevate your gaming experiences by making a few tweaks. You can:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Enable Game Mode to ensure your game gets priority access to your CPU and GPU resources and suspend non-essential background activities.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Lower in-game resolution and graphical settings.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Disable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-stop-apps-from-running-in-the-background-on-windows-10-pc\/\">unnecessary background apps<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<p><strong>&#128204; Here&rsquo;s a detailed guide on how to get the most out of your PC for gaming: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/winning-strategies-how-to-optimize-your-pc-for-high-performance-gaming\/\">Winning Strategies: How to Optimize Your PC for High-Performance Gaming <\/a><\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>Tip 3: Shut down your computer regularly<\/h3>\n<p>\nMany people keep their computers running for days, thinking it saves time. It doesn&rsquo;t. Shutting down properly helps your PC in the long run. Here&rsquo;s why:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">It clears temporary files and refreshes your system memory.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">It <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ultimate-guide-how-to-stop-a-laptop-from-overheating\/\">prevents overheating <\/a> by giving hardware components a break.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">It protects your system from losing data when the power suddenly goes off.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nTry to shut down your PC at least once a day to keep its performance at its peak and prolong <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/average-lifespan-of-a-laptop-tips-on-how-to-make-it-last-longer\/\"> the lifespan of your computer <\/a>\n<\/p>\n<h3>Tip 4: Tweak Windows through the registry<\/h3>\n<p>\nOne way to improve Windows performance is by tweaking settings through the registry. Aside from cleaning up your registry, there are lots of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/tweak-your-windows-what-are-the-best-20-registry-tweaks-to-apply-right-now\/\">adjustments you can do with the registry <\/a> to improve performance. For instance, using the Windows registry, you can:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Allocate more resources for your games or other resource-intensive application.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Reduce network latency for your games.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Speed up your shutdowns and many more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nThese adjustments can optimize system behavior, speed up processes, and reduce unnecessary resource usage.\n<\/p>\n<h3>Tip 5: Optimize your browser<\/h3>\n<p>\nWeb browsers can hog resources, which can slow down your computer, but you can make some changes to get a smoother browsing experience without straining the system. Here&rsquo;s what you can do:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Close any tabs or applications you&rsquo;re not using.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/delete-temporary-internet-files\/\">Clear browsing data<\/a> like cache and cookies.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Disable or remove any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/block-installation-of-edge-extensions-by-other-users\/\">browser extensions <\/a> you don&rsquo;t need.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Update your browser to the latest version get recent updates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5626105816785274\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Bottom_CTA -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:728px;height:90px\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5626105816785274\" data-ad-slot=\"9260129453\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>\nLearning how to increase your PC performance does not end here. To ensure your computer works fine, it&rsquo; s essential to stay proactive. You should regularly update your system and perform routine maintenance like disk cleanup.<\/p>\n<p>With these practices in place, you can extend the life of your device and enjoy a faster, more reliable computing experience.<\/p>\n<p>We would love to hear from you. Did you find this helpful? 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