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Best way to speed up my windows 10 pc as running very slow
Here are some safe, simple, and effective tips to speed up Windows 10 PC without the need for any risky tools:
1. Disable Unnecessary Startup Programs
Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
Go to the Startup tab.
Look for programs with high impact that you don’t need right away.
Right-click and choose Disable on those that are unnecessary.
This speeds up boot time and reduces background load.
2. Run Windows Troubleshooter
Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot.
Find Additional troubleshooters.
Run Windows Defender Antivirus or Performance Troubleshooter if available.
3. Check for Windows Updates
Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
Click Check for updates.
Install any available updates, as they often include performance improvements and bug fixes.
4. Free Up Disk Space
Open File Explorer.
Right-click on your C: drive, select Properties.
Click Disk Cleanup.
Check the boxes for temporary files, system files, and other unnecessary items.
Click OK to delete. This process can help you speed up Windows 10 PC.
5. Restart Your PC Regularly
Restarting clears temporary files and resets background processes, keeping your PC fresh.