How to troubleshoot slow Computer Performance on Windows

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  1. Close Unnecessary Programs:
    • Close any programs or browser tabs/windows that you’re not actively using to free up system resources.
  2. Check Task Manager:
    • Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
    • Go to the “Processes” tab and check for any processes consuming a high amount of CPU or memory.
    • End tasks for any non-essential processes that are using excessive resources.
  3. Disable Startup Programs:
    • Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and go to the “Startup” tab.
    • Disable startup programs that you don’t need to launch automatically with Windows by right-clicking on them and selecting “Disable”.
  4. Check Disk Space:
    • Open File Explorer and right-click on the drive where Windows is installed (usually C:).
    • Select “Properties” and check the available disk space. If it’s low, consider deleting unnecessary files or moving them to an external drive.
  5. Run Disk Cleanup:
    • Press Win + R, type cleanmgr, and press Enter.
    • Select the drive you want to clean up (usually C:) and click “OK”.
    • Check the boxes next to the types of files you want to delete (e.g., Temporary files, Recycle Bin) and click “OK” to run Disk Cleanup.
  6. Check for Malware:
    • Run a full system scan with your antivirus software to check for any malware or viruses that may be slowing down your computer.
    • Consider using additional malware removal tools if your antivirus doesn’t detect anything.
  7. Update Drivers:
    • Press Win + X and select Device Manager.
    • Expand each category and right-click on devices with a yellow exclamation mark.
    • Select “Update driver” and follow the on-screen instructions to update drivers for those devices.
  8. Check for Windows Updates:
    • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update to check for and install any pending Windows updates.
  9. Adjust Visual Effects:
    • Press Win + R, type sysdm.cpl, and press Enter.
    • Go to the “Advanced” tab and click on “Settings” under “Performance”.
    • Choose “Adjust for best performance” or customize visual effects to reduce the load on your system.

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