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2 Quick Ways to optimize Windows 10/11 startup
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Updated onMarch 26, 2024
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Windows as an operating system is not exactly known for itsfast boot times.
In fact, Windowswill start getting sluggishafter usage of a year or two. The issue with Windows is that it needs doses of maintenance laced with the latest updates.
That being said, there do exist a couple of ways by which we canmake the Windows boot faster. In this segment, we will walk you through all the possible methods that can be employed for a faster Windows machine.
How to speed up PC startup
1. Access Windows 10 Start Manager
Start Manageris a subset ofTask Managerand the former allows you to choose all the apps that need to be started during a boot. The best approach is to activate only a couple of apps for startup and use the rest when needed.
In order to access the Startup Manager go to Taskbar > Right Click > Task Manager.
At first, the processes page will be opened post where you will find the ‘Startup Tab’ on the right-hand side. Clicking on the Startup tab will show you all the programs that are consuming the computing resources during boot.
Thankfully Windows also has a Startup Impact Column that shows the impact of the programs and thus will eventually help you decide between the apps.
Please note that some of the apps are labeled “Not Measured”. this means that Windows 10 doesn’t have sufficient data to measure the impact of that particular program.
Select all the programs you wish to shut down during boot. Click on the program and then select the “Disable” button at the bottom of the dialog box.
Also, use your discretion to shut down some of the manufacturer preinstalled programs as its very likely that you won’t be needing them. If you need more information about any of the programs simply right-click and select search online.
2. Enable Fast Windows 10 Startup
If you want to have a Windows PC that boots relatively faster then this is the best bet for you. The Fast Startup intelligently kills the programs that are not needed during a boot and thus speeds up the entire boot process.
The Fast Startup stores all the required system files including those of theWindows Kerneland device drivers in a master file and loads the same into the RAM while rebooting.
So what happens, in this case, is that all the applications are shut down and yet the user will not lose any data.
In order to improve the startup process on your PC, there iseffective repair softwarecapable of detecting current system issues and speeding up overall performance.
That being said the Fast Startup has its own downsides, for instance, it can potentially cause problems ifyour machine is set up to dual boot.
We wouldn’t recommend the Fast Startup feature for advanced/power users however for general users it shouldn’t pose any problems.
One thing we have noticed after switching Windows 10 to Fast Startup is that thebattery backuphas also improved, though marginally. You can also improve startup time by going to theStartup folder on Windows 11or 10 and removing all items from it.
Another piece of advice is to try and avoid storing files on the desktop, I know it’s convenient but also adversely affects the startup time.
On a related note, the temporary files also tend to slow down your system, so consider using programs likeWise Registry CleanerorAVG TuneUpto clear the temporary files and also repair your registry.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
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Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, he’s a Windows 11 Privacy & Security expert.More about Vlad ›
