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After upgrading to or installing Windows 10, you may notice your computer takes longer to boot than usual. Utilizing cleanup and optimization utilities to enhance operating system performance is a straightforward solution.
Speed Up Windows 10 Boot Time by Closing Infrequently Used Applications
For the cautious Windows 10 users who don't rely on software optimizations, there are still ways to take full control in enhancing processing speed and booting. Here are some methods introduced by Mytour to easily improve Windows 10 speed and booting process.
Guide to Speed Up Windows 10 Boot
Method 1: Disable Startup Programs
Similar to previous operating systems, improving boot speed and usage requires checking and removing startup programs. Use the Windows + R key combination to open the Run dialog, type msconfig, then press OK.
Here, you'll select the Startup tab, choose and disable resource-heavy programs, keeping only essential ones like support drivers or antivirus software...
Method 2: Disable Transparency Effects
Despite being popular, transparent interfaces and effects are the primary cause of decreased Windows performance as they consume excessive system resources to maintain this transparency interface.
To disable transparency effects and interface in Windows 10, open the Settings app, then navigate to Personalization.
Next, click on the Colors customization and locate the Make Start, taskbar, and action center transparent
Method 3: Activate Fast Startup Feature
Right-click on the Windows logo at the bottom left corner of the screen and select Power Options
Select the Require a password on makeup option in the top left corner
Select Change settings that are currently unavailable.
Check the box for Turn on fast start up (recommended) and click Save changes to save the settings.
Note: If you find this option unchecked under Shutdown Settings, it means your computer hasn't activated this feature yet.
To enable this feature, right-click on the Windows logo at the bottom left corner of the screen and choose Command Prompt (Admin)
The Command Prompt window appears, type the following command: powercfg /hibernate and press Enter
Then go back and repeat the steps above.
Method 3: Limit Windows startup features and rarely used services.
- From any interface in Windows, press the Windows + R key combination
- A dialog box appears, type services.msc and press Enter
- Double-click on any service that you find taking too long to start (or rarely used) > change the Startup type from Default to Delayed Start > Save the changes and restart the system again.
Note: You can turn off or Delayed Start the following services to speed up startup:
- Diagnostic Policy Service
- Distributed Link Tracking Client
- IP Helper,Offline Files
- Program Compatibility Assistant Service
- Portable Device Enumerator Service
- Print Spooler (if you don't use a printer)
- Remote Registry
- Secondary Logon and Security Center
Method 4: Regularly update and scan for viruses
Windows is a commonly targeted operating system for various viruses and malware due to its widespread use. Although Windows versions are regularly updated, they remain vulnerable to malicious attacks. While Microsoft's built-in antivirus program, Windows Defender, provides basic protection, it may not be sufficient to ward off all viruses.
To ensure smooth operation and stability, it's advisable to use a premium antivirus software with robust virus scanning capabilities such as Kaspersky Internet Security, Norton Internet Security, or BKAV...
Method 5: Reinstalling a fresh copy of Windows.
If you've tried all the aforementioned methods but your Windows 10 computer's boot time hasn't improved, perhaps the last resort is to completely reinstall your computer with a fresh version of Windows 10 Anniversary. This update promises faster performance, enhanced features, smarter Cortana integration with mobile devices, a more efficient Edge browser, improved gaming experience, upgraded security, and more...
Method 6: Upgrade, replace HDD with SSD
If your computer is sluggish, this method will be the last resort to ensure that your machine runs much faster. Instead of upgrading RAM as people often think, upgrade your regular HDD to an SSD to boot and use your computer faster.
SSDs (Solid-State Drives) are now widely used as their prices are no longer as high as before. Due to fewer moving parts, SSDs can withstand more shocks and vibrations than standard HDDs. SSDs provide incredible read/write performance, with speeds up to 10 times faster than traditional HDDs. To choose a quality SSD, you can refer to the article on how to choose an SSD that Mytour shared before.
With the comprehensive article on how to speed up Windows 10 boot that Mytour introduces above, you can completely handle and fix this issue on your computer. Additionally, you can refer to the guide on how to reset Windows 10 to its original state to clean up your computer like when it was first installed. Wishing you success.
