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Izannki
Brass Contributor
Apr 30, 2026

How to make my computer run like new on Windows 10

Hello all, My Windows PC used to run great, but lately it feels much slower than it did when it was new. Boot time is longer, programs take more time to load, and the whole system just feels less re...
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Bettydan
Iron Contributor
Apr 30, 2026

Disable unnecessary startup programs in order to make computer run like new.

Many applications configure themselves to launch automatically when Windows starts, running silently in the background and consuming memory and CPU cycles before you've even opened a single file. This is one of the most common culprits behind slow boot times and sluggish overall performance .

How to do it:

Step 1: Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager

Step 2: Click the Startup tab (or "Startup Apps" in Windows 11)

Step 3: Review the list—pay attention to the "Startup impact" column

Step 4: Right-click any non-essential programs and select Disable

What you can safely disable: Most third-party software like music players, updaters for rarely-used apps, messaging clients, and utility tools. Keep your antivirus software enabled .

The effect is immediate—next time you restart, you'll notice faster boot times and less background activity.