optimization

Articles tagged "optimization"

21 articles

How to Free Up Disk Space in Windows 10 and 11: Complete Guide

Free up disk space in Windows 10 and 11. Delete temp files, Windows Update cache, WinSxS folder, old Windows installations, compress files and find large files.

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Windows 10 and 11 Settings: Complete Guide to System Configuration

Most important Windows 10 and 11 settings: performance, security, network, privacy, startup programs. Hidden settings and registry tweaks for power users.

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How to Configure Windows Power Settings for Performance and Battery Life

Configure Windows power plans for maximum performance or battery life. Set sleep timers, hibernate, fast startup and manage power via PowerShell and Group Policy.

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How to Optimize Windows 10 and 11 for Gaming in 2026

Optimize Windows 10 and 11 for gaming. Enable Game Mode, configure GPU settings, reduce input lag, disable background processes and get maximum FPS.

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How to Configure the Windows Page File (Virtual Memory) Correctly

Configure Windows page file size and location correctly. System-managed vs custom, move page file to another drive, disable safely and troubleshoot virtual memory errors.

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How to Fix Slow Boot in Windows 10 and 11

Windows taking too long to start? Find out what's slowing your boot with Event Viewer and fix it: startup programs, services, fast startup, and driver issues.

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How to Fix Windows Search Not Working in Windows 10 and 11

Windows search bar not working, showing blank results or freezing? Fix Windows Search with these methods: restart the service, rebuild the index, run the troubleshooter.

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How to Optimize SSD Performance in Windows 10 and 11

Optimize SSD performance in Windows 10 and 11. Enable TRIM, disable defragmentation, configure page file, check health and get maximum speed from your SSD.

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How to Speed Up Windows 11 in 2026: Proven Methods

Windows 11 running slow? These proven methods genuinely improve performance: disable startup apps, switch power plan, reduce visual effects, clean disk, and update drivers.

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Windows Task Manager: Complete Guide to Processes, Performance and Startup

Master Windows Task Manager in Windows 10 and 11. Monitor CPU, RAM, disk usage, manage startup programs, set process priority/affinity, end tasks, find resource hogs and analyze performance.

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How to Manage Windows Notifications: Disable, Customize and Focus Assist

Manage Windows 10 and 11 notifications: disable specific app alerts, configure Focus Assist (Do Not Disturb), customize notification banners and clear notification history.

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How to Configure Windows Search Index for Faster File Searches

Customize what Windows indexes and how — add locations, exclude folders, rebuild corrupt index, and configure enhanced vs classic indexing mode for better search results.

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How to Configure Network Adapter Settings for Performance and Stability

Tune Windows network adapter settings for better throughput and lower latency: speed/duplex, interrupt moderation, RSS, buffers, and power management settings.

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How to Fix High CPU from Windows Search Indexing

Windows Search indexer consuming too much CPU or disk? Pause indexing, exclude folders, rebuild the index, and configure it to run only when idle.

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Windows Update Delivery Optimization: How to Configure and Save Bandwidth

How to configure Windows Update Delivery Optimization on Windows 10 and 11. Limit bandwidth usage, disable P2P sharing, use local network only. Group Policy and registry settings.

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How to Fix High RAM Usage in Windows 10 and 11

RAM constantly at 80-90% even when idle? Find what's consuming memory in Windows and free it up: disable memory-hungry services, clear standby memory, and fix memory leaks.

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25 Windows 11 Tips and Tricks You Should Know

Practical Windows 11 tips that save time: keyboard shortcuts, hidden settings, productivity features, and customizations most users don't know about.

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How to Fix High CPU Usage in Windows 10 and 11

CPU running at 100% for no reason? Find what's causing high CPU usage in Windows and fix common culprits: Windows Update, antivirus scans, WMI, and background services.

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How to Speed Up File Explorer in Windows 10 and 11

File Explorer slow to open or laggy? Fix sluggish Explorer with these tweaks: disable Quick Access, clear history, fix thumbnail cache, and adjust folder view settings.

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How to Disable or Pause Windows Update in Windows 10 and 11

Stop Windows from automatically installing updates using Settings, Group Policy, and services. Includes how to pause updates temporarily and block specific problematic updates.

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How to Manage Startup Programs in Windows 10 and 11

Disable, enable, and manage startup programs in Windows 10 and 11. Task Manager, MSConfig, registry, and PowerShell methods to speed up Windows boot time.

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