When was the last time you checked your computer’s available storage space? Too much clutter slows everything down. Here’s a quick tip to help you figure out how much storage you have on your PC.
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Whether your computer is brand new or old, these tips can help you clean everything up and keep it safe. Read on to see if you’re making any of these mistakes.
1. You are not blocking programs from slowing down your startup
Most apps don’t need to start every time you start your PC. All this just slows you down.
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You can disable startup applications through settings in Windows 10 and 11. Methods as below:
- Open set up pass start menu or search for “set up“In the taskbar.
- choose applicationThen start up.
- Click the slider next to each app to disable or enable it.
- Each application has a description showing its level of impact. You can disable high-impact applications to speed up your PC.
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2. You have to screen for bloatware
It’s not just the programs you want that slow you down. Most computers come preinstalled with unnecessary apps and programs known as bloatware.
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Go through your app list to identify any that you never use, and follow the steps below to remove them.
Here’s how to remove unused apps from Windows 10:
- Open set up pass start menu or search for “set up“In the taskbar.
- choose applicationThen Apps and Features.
- Click on the application to remove and select uninstall.
Here’s how to remove apps from Windows 11:
- Open set up pass start menu or search for “set up“In the taskbar.
- choose applicationThen Apps and Features.
- Find the app you want to remove and click three o’clock on the right side of the application.
- click uninstall in the popup.
3. You’re not using features that make life easier
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On Windows PCs, you’ll also find many useful features. And of course, the magnifying glass tool and text size.You can also find the following options keyboard shortcuts, color contrast, Voice input, eye control, subtitle settings, narration, Speech Recognition, focusand more.
Windows 10 and 11 have many accessibility features that make them easier to use.
- In Windows 10, you can find these options by Settings > Ease of Access.
- For computers running Windows 11, go to Settings > Accessibility.
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4. You keep skipping updates
Yes, it’s annoying that your computer keeps wanting to update while you’re doing something. But trust me when I say it’s worth it.
Microsoft regularly releases updates to add new features or fix bugs that can leave you vulnerable to hackers and malware.
Automatic updates are turned on by default, but you can manually check for updates at any time by going to Start > Settings > Windows Updatethen choose Check for updates.
App publishers also update their apps to add new features and fix bugs. The Microsoft Store can install these updates automatically.
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To turn on automatic app updates:
- go start and select microsoft store
- click on your profile icon in the upper right corner and select application settings.
- toggle the slider next to app update.
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5. You are a malware magnet
No matter what a computer is used for, it is always vulnerable.
Sure, you can find “free” antivirus software online or in various app stores, but can you really trust it? Remember, when something is free, you are the product. At best, these free solutions don’t work very well. At worst, they’re malware you need to worry about.
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