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Speed Up Your Windows Computer: A Step-by-Step Guide to Reducing Startup Applications
Is your computer taking forever to start up? You're not alone. Over time, as we download files and install new applications, our computers can become slower, especially when they try to launch many programs as soon as they start. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to manage these startup applications, what it means, and how it can help speed up your computer.
What Are Startup Applications?
When you turn on your computer, certain programs launch automatically in the background. These programs are called “startup applications.” They might include your antivirus software, communication tools like Skype, or cloud services like OneDrive. While some of these are necessary for your computer’s performance and security, many of them can be turned off to help your computer start faster.
