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How to Make Windows Run Faster Without Third-Party Software

How to Make Windows Run Faster Without Third-Party Software

You don’t always need fancy software to make your PC fly. Windows has all the tools you need built right in.

Here are 5 smart tweaks to boost performance:

  1. Disable startup programs β†’ Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc β†’ Startup tab. Disable anything unnecessary.
  2. Clean up storage β†’ Use Storage Sense under Settings β†’ System β†’ Storage to automatically delete temp files.
  3. Check background apps β†’ Turn off unneeded ones in Settings β†’ Privacy β†’ Background apps.
  4. Adjust visual effects β†’ In System Properties β†’ Performance Settings, choose β€œAdjust for best performance.”
  5. Keep Windows updated β†’ Updates often include performance and security fixes.

Do these once every few months β€” your PC will feel like new again.

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