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How to Improve Windows Performance: Tips and Techniques

Windows operating systems are known for their versatility and user-friendly interface, but over time, they can become sluggish due to various factors such as software bloat, unnecessary services, and fragmented files. This article will guide you through several methods to enhance the performance of your Windows system using built-in tools and command-line utilities.

1. Disk Cleanup

One of the simplest ways to free up space and improve performance is by using the Disk Cleanup tool.

Steps:

  1. Press Win + S and type "Disk Cleanup".
  2. Select the drive you want to clean up (usually C:).
  3. Click "OK" and then "Clean up system files".
  4. Select the file types to delete and click "OK".

2. Defragment and Optimize Drives

Fragmented files can slow down your system. Use the built-in defragmentation tool to optimize your drives.

Steps:

  1. Press Win + S and type "Defragment and Optimize Drives".
  2. Select the drive you want to optimize.
  3. Click "Optimize".

3. Disable Startup Programs

Too many startup programs can slow down your boot time. Disable unnecessary programs to speed up the process.

Steps:

  1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
  2. Go to the "Startup" tab.
  3. Right-click on the programs you don't need at startup and select "Disable".

4. Adjust Visual Effects for Performance

Windows' visual effects can consume system resources. Adjust these settings for better performance.

Steps:

  1. Press Win + S and type "Performance".
  2. Select "Adjust the appearance and performance of Windows".
  3. Choose "Adjust for best performance" or customize the settings.

5. Use Command-Line Tools

a. Check Disk (CHKDSK)

Use CHKDSK to scan and fix file system errors.

Command:

chkdsk C: /f /r
  • /f fixes errors on the disk.
  • /r locates bad sectors and recovers readable information.

b. System File Checker (SFC)

Use SFC to scan and repair corrupted system files.

Command:

sfc /scannow

c. DISM Tool

Use the Deployment Imaging Service and Management Tool (DISM) to repair the Windows image.

Command:

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

6. Update Drivers

Outdated drivers can cause performance issues. Make sure all your drivers are up to date.

Steps:

  1. Press Win + X and select "Device Manager".
  2. Right-click on the device you want to update and select "Update driver".

7. Uninstall Unnecessary Software

Remove software that you no longer use to free up system resources.

Steps:

  1. Press Win + S and type "Control Panel".
  2. Go to "Programs" > "Programs and Features".
  3. Select the software you want to uninstall and click "Uninstall".

8. Use PowerShell for Advanced Tasks

PowerShell is a powerful scripting language that can automate various tasks.

Example: Remove Bloatware

Command:

Get-AppxPackage *bing* | Remove-AppxPackage

This command removes all Bing-related apps from your system.

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