Other good options are to sort by Recent to see if there are any programs you didn't know you installed; or by Size, to get rid of very large items you don't need. When you've found junk apps you don't want, simply select them and click Uninstall.
Unfortunately, you can only remove one at a time, so set aside a half hour or so for this project if you have a bunch of bloatware. Don't forget to take the hatchet to apps you installed yourself but no longer want, and for software you don't want that was installed alongside software you did want. Keep in mind, with Windows 10 there are two kinds of applications, traditional desktop ones and modern Windows Store apps.
But for non-Store apps, Control Panel opens, where you can uninstall good old desktop programs. In either, you can sort by size, date installed, or name, or search for a particular app. One reason removing apps helps performance is that many programs load processes at boot time and take up valuable RAM and CPU cycles.
While you're in the Programs and Features section of Control, you can also click Turn Windows Features On or Off and scan the list to see if there's anything you don't use.
As mentioned in the last entry, a lot of programs install side processes that run every time you start your PC, and some of them are not things you need running on your system all the time.
Switch to the Startup tab, and you'll see all the programs that load at Windows startup. The dialog box even has a column that shows you the Startup impact for each. The Status column shows whether the program is enabled to run at startup or not. You can right-click on any entry to change this status. It's usually fairly easy to see things you don't want to run.
For example, if you never use iTunes, you probably don't need iTunesHelper running all the time. From the Start menu, type Disk Cleanup. This opens the trusty Disk Cleanup utility that's been part of Windows for several generations of the OS. Disk Cleanup finds unwanted junk such as temporary files, offline Web pages, and installer files on your PC and offers to delete them all at once. You may even find that your Recycle Bin is bulging at the seams. This will generally only have a noticeable effect on speed if your drive is getting close to full, however.
If you don't have disk defragmentation scheduled regularly, set that up in the Optimize Drives tool, which you can find by typing its name in the Cortana search box next to the Start button. Note that if your main disk is an SSD, then you needn't bother with defragging, since there aren't any moving parts reading the disk.
An even newer way to keep storage use is by enabling the Storage Sense option see image above. This automatically frees up space by removing temporary files and Recycle Bin items.
Windows 10 manages memory more efficiently than earlier versions of the OS, but more memory always can potentially speed up PC operations. Gaming and business laptops often still allow RAM upgrades, but that's becoming more rare. The new, slimmer ultrabooks and convertibles are usually fixed.
If you still use a desktop tower, this article can show you how to add RAM. Not does Windows startup benefit, but loading and using demanding applications such as Adobe Photoshop happens much faster with an SSD. For system speedup, it makes sense to replace your internal startup hard drive, and if you use a laptop, this may also be an option.
You can run the built-in Windows Defender or a third-party app to do this, but you're best served by PCMag security guru Neil Rubenking's top pick among malware-cleanup programs, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware—it's free! Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades.
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This article has been viewed 2,, times. This wikiHow teaches you how to increase your device's download speeds. Aside from trying general fixes like minimizing the number of devices connected to your network and cutting down on running apps, you can also create a custom DNS browser for your network in order to download over a less crowded connection.
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Cookie Settings. Learn why people trust wikiHow. Download Article Explore this Article parts. Tips and Warnings. Related Articles. Article Summary. Part 1. Check your download speed. This will give you an estimate of your computer's current download speed. If you see that your download speed is significantly faster than files are actually downloading, the problem most likely isn't with your Internet.
If your download speed is much slower than your Internet package and router allow for, you need to minimize the number of devices connected to the Internet. Disconnect any non-essential devices from the Internet. The more devices you have on your network, the slower your Internet will be. If you can disable consoles, phones, televisions, tablets, and alternate computers, your own computer's downloads will be faster. Disable any apps you aren't using. When you're downloading a big or a small file, it helps to turn off apps that are taking up your bandwidth.
For example, you'd close BitTorrent if it was running in the background while you attempted to download a Windows update. Netflix, Hulu, and even YouTube can be a serious drain on your download speed.
Even if it's only by a marginal amount, disabling these services will boost your download speeds. You should also close any non-essential browser windows or tabs. Try connecting your computer to your router via Ethernet. If your computer isn't using an Ethernet connection, connect it to your router with an Ethernet cable and see if your downloads increase in speed.
If your downloads do increase in speed, your wireless connection to the router is poor. Try staying closer to the router or purchasing a stronger router. If the download speed doesn't increase, the problem is either with the router or your computer.
You can reset your router's cache by unplugging both the router and the modem, waiting for a minute or so, and then plugging everything back in. Avoid seeding or uploading while attempting to download. As noble as it may be to give back to your favorite torrenting community by uploading, doing so while downloading will all but kill your download speeds. Step 4: You will find the Delivery Optimisation option in the downside of the menu.
Step 5: Where you will see an Advance option last at the bottom of the window. Step 6: Here you will find some slider options which can be set to limit the uploading and downloading limits in the background.
There are so many apps in our PC which uses so much bandwidth to download upload and sync their files. To find and disable these apps from your PC, just follow these instructions.
Step 4: you will be able to find View usage per app on the right side which will allow you to identify the usage of data among different system apps. Step 5: Here you will see the list of all that system apps which are using so much of bandwidth. You can easily turn off or disable those apps manually. Sometimes metered connection limits the internet speed of your uploading and downloading in Windows operating system because it sets a cap on your internet connection.
Your data usage gets a cap and it eventually hampers the uploading and downloading speed. Sometimes the fix can be as simple as restarting your modem. If your download speed has been significantly slow and you saw no change in speed after restarting, it may be time for a new modem.
If your speed increases when you are directly next to the modem, this is a good sign, in which case your router may be the issue. As mentioned, the router allows you to extend your connectivity range. If your device is too far away from the router, this could be impacting your download speed. The location of your router can have a major impact on your download speed as well.
Be mindful of where you are placing your router as some areas in your home may not have a strong connectivity signal. If you have a large house, consider getting Wi-Fi extenders that can boost the range and increase your internet speed. Avoid putting your router in basements, bathrooms, cabinets, on the floor, or near microwaves and other home appliances.
Your router should be in a central location so the connection can reach throughout the entire home. Sometimes Wi-Fi can be tricky, in which case connecting to an Ethernet cable can quickly increase your download speed. To do this, connect the Ethernet from your modem to your device. If the cable is too long or if it is outdated, try upgrading to a higher-quality, shorter cable. Sometimes this slight change can make all the difference. Viruses on your device can cause a multitude of issues.
These viruses can run in the background, using your internet and increasing your bandwidth usage, which results in slow download speed. To prevent this, consider installing antivirus software to protect yourself from viruses, malware, and other online threats.
Aside from installing virus scanners, you may also want to limit how much bandwidth is being used on your device. Bandwidth is a measurement that refers to the amount of data that can be transferred within a network. All of the applications, downloads, and updates that happen on our network can take up our bandwidth, causing download speed to suddenly slow down. You can also manually limit how much bandwidth is being used by updating your device settings.
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