5 big Windows headaches and how to fix them
Windows has come a long way since its initial release in 1985. From its birth, it gained a reputation as a kludge of an operating system, ugly and unloved, something that would get the job done (mostly) but cause lots of unpleasantness along the way. Who can forget struggling to do something as simple as install a new printer? Or the dreaded Blue Screen of Death that would pop up for no apparent…
1. Windows slows down with age
Over time, personal computers tend to slow down, much like people do. However, there are several ways to improve their performance. One method is to disable unnecessary programs that automatically launch at startup. To do this, open Task Manager by pressing Ctrl-Shift-Esc or right-clicking the taskbar and selecting it. In the Startup apps tab, identify any applications or processes that are set to run at startup.
Right-click on them and select Disable. You can always re-enable them later if needed. Adjusting visual effects can also help speed up an older PC. Access the Performance Options dialog box by typing sysdm.cpl in the search box and press Enter. From there, choose Adjust for best performance to eliminate any unnecessary animations and visual effects.
Additional tips for improving an aging PC's speed can be found in resources like 16 ways to speed up Windows 11 or 19 ways to speed up Windows 10.
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