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To optimize Windows 10 for better performance, you can follow these steps:

  1. Disable Startup Programs:

    • Right-click on the taskbar and select Task Manager.

    • Go to the Startup tab and disable any unnecessary programs that launch at startup.

  2. Uninstall Unused Programs:

    • Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features.

    • Remove any applications you no longer need or use.

  3. Use Disk Cleanup:

    • Search for "Disk Cleanup" in the Start menu.

    • Select the drive you want to clean (usually C:).

    • Check the types of files you want to delete and proceed with the cleanup.

  4. Defragment Hard Drive (for HDDs):

    • Search for "Defragment and Optimize Drives".

    • Select your hard drive and click on "Optimize". SSDs don't need defragmentation.

  5. Adjust Visual Effects:

    • Right-click on Computer > Properties > Advanced system settings.

    • Under the Advanced tab, click on Settings in the Performance section.

    • Select "Adjust for best performance" or manually choose which visual effects to disable.

  6. Update Drivers and Windows:

    • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.

    • Check for updates and ensure your drivers are also up-to-date.

  7. Manage Power Settings:

    • Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options.

    • Set your power plan to "High performance".

  8. Turn Off Background Apps:

    • Go to Settings > Privacy > Background apps.

    • Toggle off apps that you don’t need running in the background.

  9. Increase RAM:

    • If possible, consider upgrading your RAM for better multitasking and performance.

  10. Disable Search Indexing:

    • Open File Explorer, right-click on your drive, select Properties.

    • Uncheck "Allow files on this drive to have contents indexed".

  11. Use Performance Monitor:

    • Type "Performance Monitor" in the Start menu to track system performance and identify bottlenecks.

  12. Limit Browser Extensions:

    • Review and disable any unnecessary browser extensions which can slow down your web experience.

  13. Clean the Registry: (with caution)

    • Use a trusted registry cleaner or manually remove unused registry entries (back up your registry before making changes).

  14. Check for Malware:

    • Run a thorough scan with Windows Defender or a reputable third-party antivirus software.

  15. Reinstall Windows:

    • If all else fails, consider backing up your data and performing a clean installation of Windows 10.

By following these steps, you can significantly improve the performance of your Windows 10 system.