Optimizing Windows 10: These Secret Features Will Help Improve Your System!

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In addition to updating your system and installing new drivers, you can improve the Windows 10 experience by using various settings. They will help to optimize the OS, making it more user-friendly.

Want to keep your PC performing well while blocking unwanted programs from running in the background? In this article, we'll talk with you about which Windows 10 settings should be changed to optimize your operating system and make it more efficient.

Disable Delivery Optimization​

We don't like Windows 10 because the system constantly uses the Internet connection either to communicate with Microsoft servers or to download and install updates. This directly affects the performance of your PC, which is very noticeable if you are playing an online game or using a photo editing program. It is not possible to completely disable communication as this process is necessary to keep the system up to date. However, you can prevent Windows 10 from using your internet connection to update other PCs you don't know.

Windows 10 uses the service "Optimizing the delivery of updates for Windows 10," to send updates to PC users. It is a peer-to-peer delivery system where updates that have already been downloaded to your computer can be sent immediately to another PC to save bandwidth. The service was designed in principle to help Microsoft conserve Internet bandwidth. However, if you do not want your system to freeze or slow down running programs while doing important work, you can disable this function:

• Open Windows 10 Settings by right-clicking on the Start Menu. In the window that appears, go to the "Update and Security" section.
  
  
• Now click on the "Delivery Optimization" subsection on the left and disable the service by unchecking the "Allow downloads from other computers" option.
  
  

Changing the settings in the "Power supply" section​

The correct Windows power mode is essential for your system to run quickly, especially if you are using a laptop. However, we recommend that each user configure their preferred power plan to ensure that their computer is optimized for their needs. Windows 10 may already have tweaked power plans to improve your system's performance or save energy. It is worth noting that the default settings are usually far from the ideal you want, so they should be changed.

Configuring Windows paging file options​

The paging file is the space on your computer's disk for storing passive processes in the form of a cache to free up additional RAM. This file allows your computer to process processes that require more memory than you have. While Windows 10 does a fine job of setting the paging file by default, you should adapt its size based on your needs.

Even when we had 8GB of RAM on our computer, we missed that as our SSD's swap file was too small. Because of this, you always had to manually adjust the paging file size after reinstalling Windows.

If you are running low on RAM on your PC or laptop (8GB or less), we recommend increasing the paging file size. This will help to properly reorganize and allocate RAM, which will ensure the smooth operation of your device.

• Press the Windows + Pause keys on your keyboard to open System Options.
• Then go to the "Advanced system settings" section on the left side of the computer screen.
  
  
• In the System Properties window, click on the Settings button in the Performance section.
  
  
• Now go to the "Advanced" tab and click on the "Change" button in the "Virtual Memory" section.
  
  
• Here select the "Paging File Size" option and specify the minimum and maximum values you want.

The minimum paging file size value is not that important as it can grow rapidly (should set around 300-400 MB for the initial size). In the "Maximum Size" box , enter either a value that is twice the available RAM, or a value equivalent to RAM. Therefore, if you have 8 GB of RAM, enter either 8000 or 16000 MB for the maximum paging file size. Then you should click on the "Install" button and restart your computer to create a new swap file.

Note: The paging file will occupy the amount of memory you choose on the computer. Make sure you have enough storage space.

Disable launch of certain applications and services during login to Widnows​

Many applications appear on your screen right after Windows starts up, even if you don't need them when you start your system. This slows down the OS loading speed and also unnecessarily uses the limited resources of your computer. This problem is often faced by users whose Windows has already been installed on the purchased PC. It is usually teeming with manufacturer-imposed software.

You should disable any unnecessary applications and services that start at login to ensure that your computer's resources are not wasted.

Disabling the launch of certain applications​

To disable the launch of certain applications, press the key combination "Ctrl + Shift + Esc". This will open the "Task Manager", in this window you should go to the "Startup" tab.

You will see a list of all applications that open immediately after Windows starts. You will need to find those applications that you do not use immediately after logging in, and disable their autoload. To disable the startup of a specific application, right-click on it and click on the "Disable" button.

Make sure you haven't disabled any applications related to Windows itself or maintenance of installed hardware, such as a video card. On the contrary, these programs help the system to run faster and less often to fail or errors.

Disable starting certain services​

There are also services that run in the background that start with Windows and consume the necessary system resources. You should disable them to keep your PC running smoothly.

To do this, press the Windows Key + R keyboard shortcut. This will open the "Run" window, in it - enter "msconfig" to go to the system parameters.

Now go to the Services tab and check the box next to Don't show Microsoft services. This will hide all system services. Just uncheck the box next to the service you want to disable and click the Apply button to accept the changes.

Manage Windows 10 privacy settings and background apps​

One of the reasons Windows 7 is better than Windows 10 is because there aren't many apps and services on this system that violate user privacy. Windows 10 tries to force you to only use apps from Microsoft. This is mainly the case for the huge number of applications running in the background; they collect information about user actions and consume the computer resources you need.

Keeping control of all Windows services and programs that violate your privacy, or uninstalling apps you don't want to use, is no easy task. Most of them are very difficult to disable - for that you need to change the system registry settings. However, don't worry, we know software that is great for controlling all of your Windows privacy settings.

W10Privacy is a completely free app for managing all Windows 10 apps and services in one place. It ensures that only data that you authorize to share is shared. Moreover, the program has a bunch of settings that will help improve the speed of Windows. Install the application and run it as administrator by right-clicking on its shortcut and choosing Run as administrator.

The application has several sections with corresponding settings and color coding. You can hover your mouse cursor over any parameter to open its full description and understand how it affects the performance of your system as a whole.

• Confidentiality. This section contains general privacy controls, such as preventing Microsoft from collecting data about the use of their applications and diagnosing applications.
• Applications. In this section, you can control application access to your hardware or programs. For example, you can prevent applications from accessing your PC's camera or microphone.
• Telemetry. We do not recommend that you change any of the system settings in this section unless you know what they are responsible for. These are settings related to the security policies of the firewall. You can also prevent your computer from sending Windows usage data to Microsoft's servers.
• Search. Here you will find settings that will prevent Microsoft from collecting information about what you are looking for on the Internet.
• Networks. This section provides options for managing the privacy of your Wi-Fi data. For example, you can prevent Windows from sharing information about network connections with other applications.
• Explorer. This section mainly contains settings that help optimize the performance of Windows 10. However, it also includes settings related to system privacy, such as turning off ads in Explorer.
• Service. Here you can disable some Windows services that cannot be removed, such as System Search. Most of them are important for the correct operation of the system, so be extremely careful.
• Edge. In this section, you can change the settings for Microsoft's Microsoft Edge browser. Prevent him from sending data related to your internet activity.
• Internet Explorer. As with Edge, this section contains settings to control how Internet Explorer works.
• OneDrive. In this section, you can prevent OneDrive from storing your personal data and automatically log in when you boot your computer.
• Tasks. Windows 10 automatically launches many scheduled tasks such as Windows Defender scan and error reporting. In this section, you can change the settings to disable the execution of scheduled tasks.
• Tricks and tricks. This section contains a bunch of settings related to system performance. They will help speed up your Windows 10. For example, you can prevent the system from restarting automatically after an update, or enable automatic closing of applications that are not responding.
• Firewall. Here you can block outbound traffic of many Windows 10 services such as Parental Controls, Biometrics, Xbox.
• Applications running in the background. This section allows you to stop applications running in the background. You can start or disable certain programs based on your requirements.
• User applications. Here you will find a list of installed applications that can be removed or reinstalled in a couple of clicks. Most of them are also removed through Windows options.

Check the box for the options you want to change, and then click on the " Set new settings " button in the lower right corner to apply them. The W10Privacy app will be restarted for the changes to take effect. You can always uncheck the box next to a certain parameter to cancel its effect.

If you don't like doing things by hand, you can try Avira System Speedup to optimize your Windows for maximum system performance.

Conclusion
By using the tips above, you can dramatically improve the performance of your Windows 10. Be careful and only change the settings you are sure of. Optimizing your system will help improve your user experience and make it easier for you to tackle difficult work and school assignments.

 

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10 features that will clean and speed up your Windows 10 PC​

Cleaning up Windows can significantly improve performance. Here is a complete checklist for cleaning your computer.

Over time, computers slow down. Of course, some of this is due to the aging of the device, but for most people, the more common reason is still poor maintenance of the operating system. It's time to clean your computer.

Reinstalling Windows is the coolest option. By getting rid of all the accumulated garbage and starting everything over again, your car will run faster and smoother.

However, you don't need to take such drastic steps. After spending some time cleaning up Windows, you can get almost the same results. Sure, your five-year-old laptop may never be able to play a freshly released game, but you'll still see huge improvements.

Here's a complete checklist on how to clean up your Windows computer.

Delete unused SOFTWARE

Let's start with the obvious. The first step on the road to a clean computer is to remove the software that you no longer use. If you are one of the "Just in case it comes in handy" users, then you will be amazed at how many unnecessary things you have installed on your computer.

To see all the apps on your computer, go to the menu Start - > Settings - > > Apps - > > > Apps and features>>>. Scroll down to the bottom of the list and tapDelete for anything you don't need.

It is worth noting that you need to exercise caution. Don't just get rid of things that you don't recognize - first look for what this app is responsible for to make sure that deleting it is safe.

Launch The Antivirus Program

You should run regular checks on the antivirus software that you have installed. One of the most common causes of slow computer operation is various types of viruses (such as miners).

The exact instructions for starting a scan vary from app to app, but you can't go wrong if you select "Full scan" , "Deep scan" or something similar.

We also recommend downloading Malwarebytes. Thanks to its extensive and frequently updated malware database, this antivirus is able to protect users from the latest Trojans, backdoors, adware, and spyware.

Clear the disk

Windows 10 offers a built-in disk cleanup tool. It has been part of the Windows operating system for many years and is still just as effective at cleaning up junk files and improving performance.

To start disk cleanup, enter the name of the application in the start menu or go to control Panel - > administrative Tools> > disk Cleanup>> .

Before starting the scan, clickClean up system files. This allows the application to perform a more thorough scan, checking old Windows update files and log files.

As a rule, you can safely delete all files found during scanning. Check the box next to each result type and click OK. However, please note that if you choose to clear previous Windows installations using the optionClear system files, you will no longer be able to go back to the previous version of Windows or to the files saved on it.

Remove the old drivers
Windows keeps the old drivers. The save logic is justified: you will never get stuck if the new driver doesn't work as expected. However, the downside is that your computer may have drivers installed from devices that you stopped using many years ago.

You can remove unnecessary drivers using the menu from the previous item, just check the box next to" device driver Packages".

Defragment your hard drive[

Windows 10 defragments the disk itself when it thinks it needs to. However, since we are performing a complete clean-up of your computer, it would be remiss not to start it manually.

You can find the tool "Disk defragmentation and optimization" by searching or going to "Control panel" -> "administrative tools" . Select the primary hard drive and click "Optimize" in the lower-right corner of the window.

Update auto-upload

Any experienced Windows user knows that the operating system lags far behind macOS, Chrome OS, and Linux when it comes to boot time. Typically, the problem is caused by the number of programs that Windows tries to run on first startup. Most of them are unnecessary.

To clear the startup list, press Ctrl + Alt + Delete and selectTask Manager. In the new window, click "Learn more", then select the "tabAuto-upload " at the top of the screen.

You should now see all the apps that Windows tries to launch at boot. To disable the app, select the appropriate line and tapDisableit .

Clear the AppData folder

When you delete an app, you often find that the remnants of its former presence are scattered all over your computer. One of the most common locations is the AppData folder.

By default, the folder is hidden. You can find it in C:\Users\[Username]\AppDataor by typing % AppData% in Windows search.

The main folder has three subfolders: Local, LocalLow, and Roaming. Be sure to browse through all three folders to find traces of old software. Again, don't delete anything unless you're sure it's safe to do so.

To prevent these leftovers from being removed by apps, and avoid deleting them in the future, you can use a special removal tool. One of these is Geek Uninstaller.

Delete the old program files
Another place where you can often find traces of old application files is in the Program Files folder.

Most machines have two Program Files folders. You can find them in C:\Program Filesand C:\Program Files (x86).

As with the AppData folder, carefully review the contents of each folder and delete only those files and folders that are no longer in use.

Clear the registry

You've probably heard terrible stories about registry cleaners - too aggressive ones can easily damage your machine.

But it is very important to maintain order in the registry. Think of it like a library: the bigger the library, the more time it takes you to find what you're looking for. Similarly, the more junk you have in your registry, the longer it takes Windows to find the right entries.

Why not take matters into your own hands? It's easier than it sounds. Write to the search regeditbox and press Enter. Then go to Computer\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWAREand Computer\ HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software. In each folder, carefully review the list and delete entries about programs that you no longer use.

Warning: deleting an incorrect registry entry can have serious consequences for your system. Before proceeding, make sure that you have made a full backup of the registry data.

Remove pre-installed apps
By default, Windows 10 has a lot of unnecessary services installed that only load the system, and some even collect telemetry about you. For example, the same Cortana-a voice assistant from Microsoft, which is installed with Windows, and sends data about your activity and computer status to the company's servers.

For this purpose, there is a special utility called Privatezilla. It allows you to completely remove all pre -installed Windows applications, disable telemetry collection, disable geolocation tracking, check your privacy settings, app access rights, and other system settings, and disable them if necessary.

Privatezilla can serve not only as a useful tool for disabling telemetry and privacy threats, but also for monitoring system settings after installing Windows updates or after using other programs related to system optimization and privacy settings.

How do you clean your computer?
So, we've introduced you to some important steps if you want to spend the fall cleaning your operating system. After processing all 9, you are guaranteed to see a performance boost.

Of course, there are other ways to improve the speed of your computer - for example, the most effective way is to upgrade your hardware-but this is often expensive and difficult.

Send us to [email protected] or in the @exploitex_bot telegram bot, there are ways to clean up the system that help you out, and we will definitely add them to this article.

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12 easy ways to speed up your Windows 10 PC

The Windows operating system has always been unnecessarily overloaded with various unnecessary software and processes. Our team presents you with a list that will make your computer dozens of times faster!

List of actions:
1. Install the latest system updates.
2. Remove the visual effects of the OS.
3. Move the swap file to the SSD.
4. Optimize boot parameters.
5. Remove unnecessary programs from startup.
6. Establish a productive power plan.
7. Enable or disable fast startup.
8. Turn on game mode.
9. Disable background recording of games.
10. Switch from Directx 11 to Directx 12 or vice versa.
11. Disable notifications.
12. Disable OneDrive sync.

 

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Special features of Windows 10 that can improve the security of your computer
In the Windows 10 operating system, Microsoft has focused on security. This system has numerous features designed to protect the user from malware, exploits, and cyberattacks.

A PC with Windows 10 installed is a veritable treasure trove of hidden security features that the user can enable manually to further enhance the existing protection.

Protection against potentially unwanted applications (PUA)
Starting with the Windows 10 update in may 2020, otherwise known as the version 2004 update, Microsoft is making it easier to detect potentially unwanted applications using a special utility called Microsoft Defender (formerly known as Windows Defender).

Potentially unwanted applications (puas) are a category of programs that can slow down your computer or display unexpected ads. Puas are not considered viruses or malware, but they can modify web browsers, install default applications, download extensions, and perform other actions that negatively affect the performance of your machine.

The update, which was released in may 2020, added a new section of settings to the Windows security system called "Reputation-based protection". This allows you to manage your potentially unwanted applications and allow or block certain puas/PUPS.

To activate security and PUA/PUP verification for Windows 10, follow these steps:

1. Open the "Settings" section.

2. Go to "Updates and security" > "Windows Security" > > "manage apps and browsers".

3. Look for a new section called "reputation-based Protection".

Click on the "Enable" button to activate this feature. If you want to configure PUA/PUP, you can also use the "reputation-based protection Settings" menu.

This will allow the user to access the following features::

* check applications and files for security;

* SmartScreen activation for Microsoft Edge;

* activate SmartScreen for apps from the Microsoft Store.

Memory integrity
Windows 10 version 1803 or later has a built-in feature called "Core isolation", which provides additional protection against malware and hacker attacks. With it, the user is able to isolate Windows 10 computer processes and devices, as well as provide an additional level of security from sophisticated attacks.

Memory integrity is part of kernel isolation and ensures that code running in the Windows kernel is well-designed and secure. It uses hardware virtualization and Hyper-V to prevent attempts to inject and run malicious files in Windows kernel mode processes.

Memory integrity is a powerful security feature, but it is disabled by default. To use it, follow these steps:

1. Open "Settings".

2. Go to Update and security > Windows Security.

3. Click on the "device Security" button.

4. in the "kernel Isolation" section, turn on the toggle switch for the "memory Integrity" parameter.

5. Restart Windows so that the accepted changes take effect.

Enabling Windows Hello
Windows 10 has a nice built-in feature called "Windows Hello" that lets you activate biometric protection on your computer to check your face or fingerprint as your credentials. It is important to note that this function implies the presence of special equipment or devices.

You can activate "Windows Hello" to securely log in to your computer using a fingerprint sensor or a special camera that can match your face with an existing "trusted" option.

Once configured, you will be able to log in to your computer without entering a long and confusing password.

To activate "Windows Hello" on Windows 10, follow these steps:

1. Open "Settings".

2. in the "Settings" menu, click on the "Accounts" button.

3. Next, click on "login Options".

4. Add a four-digit PIN code for Windows.

5. Select "Windows Hello Face" if you want to use your face to authenticate user data. You can also stop at "Windows Hello Fingerprint" if you want to use your fingerprint to log in. Both options require special hardware or devices and drivers.

Network scanning
By default, Defender can scan your local files and provide real-time protection against viruses, malware, ransomware, and puas.

Fortunately, Microsoft also allows you to scan network files, but this feature must be enabled manually using PowerShell.

To activate it, follow these steps:

1. Open Windows Search.

2. Find PowerShell and select Run as administrator.

3. Enter the following command:

Set-MpPreference-DisableScanningNetworkFiles 0

4. Press Enter to start scanning network files.

Following the steps described above, you can use Defender to scan network files. If you want to disable this feature, type the following command in PowerShell:

Set-MpPreference -DisableScanningNetworkFiles 1

Controlled folder access
Windows 10 also has a "Controlled folder access" feature that allows you to prevent unauthorized access to certain folders. In other words, you can control who can access certain folders in Windows 10.

This feature is able to prevent ransomware when someone tries to access and encrypt your documents, photos, and other files stored in these folders. To set up "Controlled folder access", follow these steps::

1. Open "Windows Security".

2. Click on the "virus and threat protection" button.

3. Click on the "anti-ransomware" button.

4. Find the section "Controlled folder access" and click on the function on / off button.

5. Select the "Protected folders" option.

6. Specify all the folders that you want to restrict access to.

DNS over HTTPS (DoH)
Windows 10 has initial support for "DNS over HTTPS (DoH)" and allows you to transfer DNS over encrypted HTTPS connections.

With DoH support in Windows 10, Microsoft hopes to increase online privacy by encrypting its DNS queries.

"If you haven't been waiting for this and are wondering what DoH is, then keep in mind that this feature will change the way your device connects to the Internet. It is at an early stage of testing, so continue using it only if you are sure that you are ready for it, " the Microsoft blog says.

In version 20185 or later, you can activate DoH directly in the "Settings".

To configure DoH for an Ethernet connection, follow these steps:

1. Open Settings > Network and Internet > Status.

2. Click on the "Properties" button.

3. Select "Change IP address value "or"Change DNS server value".

4. Enable DoH in the pop-up window.

To configure DoH for Wi-Fi connections, follow these steps:

1. Open Settings > Network and Internet > Wi-Fi.

2. Go to the "adapter Properties" section.

3. Select "Change IP address value" or "Change DNS server value".

4. Enable DoH in the pop-up window.