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Nowadays it’s all about speed, computers have to boot under 10 seconds, apps have to open in a snap of a finger, and web pages are consider slow if they take more than 1.5 seconds to load. There is no doubt that Windows 8 is a very fast operating system, you probably noticed the first time you boot your new or recently upgraded PC.
But didn’t you notice that over time your system gets slow? The simple tasks like booting up, launching an app, or accessing documents take longer than usual. Well, your system is getting slow, but this isn’t completely Windows’ fault, you also play a big roll on your PC slow performance. To turn things around and make Windows 8 faster, below there are ten different tips you probably didn’t know that can really help speed up your computer experience.
Installing Windows 8 from scratchFor those users moving from Windows 7 or XP, or even Vista, to Windows 8, you should consider to perform a clean install of the operating system, instead of using the upgrade path. Although, Windows 8 can do a better job migrating your stuff over, you are always better off starting from scratch. This includes backing up your PC, erasing your hard drive, and installing a fresh copy of Windows 8. If you need help, this guide should help you.
Uninstall applicationsWhether you’re using a brand new Windows 8 device or upgraded system, always install the applications you need and use every days. Everything else is just wasting of system resources and space in the hard drive. Take the time and keep your applications to the minimum, go to the Starting screen, do a search for Programs and Features, and start uninstalling the applications you never use.
Here is my warning: Make sure of what you’re uninstalling, don’t make the mistake of removing a piece of software you use quite often just because you didn’t know what it was. If you’re not sure, look up the program name and publisher with your favorite search engine.
Quick Tip: Anything with the publisher name like Microsoft Corporation or a company name for a peripheral you have connected to your PC, you’ll probably need.
Keep connected peripherals to the minimumLike programs installed in your computer, peripherals, e.g., USB hard drives, cameras, external DVD drives, can cause delay starting your PC or accessing files. For example, even though it is a great and cheap solution, to connect a USB hard drive to expand the available store in a computer. By default many manufactures, even the operating system itself, may be configured with power saving settings, which means that every X amount of time the drive will turn-off, then if you need to retrieve a file or simple access “This PC”, you’ll notice your computer will take longer than usual just because it has to wait for the drive to come back online. So keep external connected devices to the minimum as much as you can and change the drive settings to stay always on (when plugged in, if you are configuring a laptop) — you will see the difference.
Upgrade to SSDSolid-State Drive, or SSD for short, is one the best investments you can do to speed up your PC and to improve the overall performance of Windows 8 on your older hardware. A difference from traditional hard drives with rotating platters and mechanicals read/write arms, SSDs are much faster, thanks to their flash memory technology. Access to data is immediate and they consume less power because there aren’t any moving parts.
Quick Tip: If you want to keep your PC in good speed, make sure to never fill up your hard drives, keep used space below 70%, beyond this point can start causing your system to be slow. This could be the time to shop for a new drive.
ReadyBoost in Windows 8If you are unable to upgrade your current computer to a Solid-State Drive, you can still use ReadyBoost. This is a well-known feature in Windows 7 to speed up performance, but because many users are using Windows 8 on new PCs with SSD, the feature got lost. To use Windows 8 ReadyBoost you’ll need a USB flash drive or an SD card equal or greater to the amount of RAM in the PC — You can use this previous Windows guide as reference.
Upgrade system RAMThe next step would be upgrading your system memory (RAM). This is one of those things, when the bigger the number the better. Check your computer’s manufacturer website and figure out if your computer model has available slots to add more memory. If it doesn’t, you can replace those memory sticks with new ones with better speed and greater capacity.
Quick Tip: For the 32-bit version of Windows 8 you should be using at least 4GB RAM (3.5GB still OK) for a good experience. For the 64-bit 4GB of RAM is the minimum, but 6GB or 8GB, depending on the amount of supported memory on your PC, will be best.
DefragmentationThis is a method use in traditional hard drives, which basically reorganize all the bits in the drive for faster access to data. By default Windows 8 is scheduled to optimize drives weekly, but you can override to daily or monthly.
Keep in mind that Solid-State Drives don’t need to be defragmented, but from time-to-time they need to be “trimmed”, which in short is a mechanism that tell the operating system which blocks are no longer filled with unusable data and are ready to be wiped out.
Windows 8 updatesWindows updates are very important, not only to patch vulnerabilities, but also to improve system performance. Windows 8, unlike previous version of the operating system, will have many major updates that will include not only patches, but also performance improvements and new features like in the case of Windows 8.1. This is an update which feels more like an upgrade but it will include many new features that make the OS more productive and fixes many shortcomings, like the return of the Start button and the boot-to-desktop option, among hundreds of new changes.
Also, you should check regularly with your PC manufacturer for drivers update, sometimes they can be the cause of many problems related to system slowness.
Keeping your PC cleanBy keeping the PC clean, I mean literally that, I see a lot of people using laptops and even desktops as bookshelves, air vents blocked by even more books, coffee mugs, or papers. This is not good, blocking the computer’s air circulation will not only cause overheat, but it will also slow down your system and it could also cause hardware failure.
So, this could be a good time to clean your desk and make sure that nothing is blocking the computer’s vents — also don’t forget to clear the dust off the vents, this is also a big factor for overheating –.
Here is a well-detailed guide from HP Customer Support that goes step-by-step (video included) on how to clean dust out of your laptop.
Don’t shut downA few other things that can help you to keep Windows 8 at full speed, is to not shut down your PC every day. We’re are on times where devices can practically be online all the time. What you can do is to put your computer into a lower power state, putting your PC to sleep is an example. If your Windows PC is one of those that keeps the power light blinking all the time, you can opt to use the hibernate state, which is like shutting the system off, but when it resumes you can keep working where you left off. But of course at the first sign of trouble, or when there are new updates available, hit the restart button.
Quick Tip: Windows 8 by default does not show the Hibernate option, but you can easily enable this option by using
Windows 8 by default does not show the Hibernate option, but you can easily enable this option by using this guide
Wrapping upIn this Windows guide you were presented with ten ways to speed up Windows 8, but most of them can also apply for computers with previous versions of the operating system. Also keep in mind that what you’re learning today doesn’t focus on power consumption, instead it is focus on finding the way to make your system as fast as possible with your current hardware and by just adding relatively simple upgrades.
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8 Things You Should Know Before Upgrading To Ios 8
Everyone’s talking about the iOS 8, and with all the excitement and hype, you’re tempted to upgrade immediately. Wait! Stop for a moment. While upgrades are beneficial, timing and compatible devices should be considered before downloading the new software. As I write this post, I just finished downloading the iOS 8 to my hard drive via iTunes. And you’ll know the reason later why I chose this method instead of the OTA (over-the-air) download.
The iOS 8 is packed with new and improved features, including the HealthKit, Continuity, Reachability, Family Sharing, iCloudDrive and more. But before upgrading, here are the things you should know to avoid the risk of losing your files, experience the glitches and lags, or worst, a factory reset of your device.
Note: Make sure you create a full back up of your iOS device in your hard drive. The automatic backup usually works its way once you plug your device, but you may also conduct a manual backup of the files – transfer of library purchases and apps as well.
1. Deleting files isn’t an option – it’s mandatory for OTAApple’s famous tag line for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus tells us it’s “bigger than bigger,” so as the iOS 8, which is also greedier than the iOS 7 when it comes to requirements. It’s 1.1GB and requires you to have at least 5.8GB storage in your iOS device to successfully update via OTA to give more space for the installation and extraction of software.
Instead of having it delete your precious media files (this is unimaginable for iPhone 16GB owners), you may upgrade using the traditional software update: download the iOS 8 via iTunes in your computer, though the download time depends on the speed and stability of your Internet connection.
2. Say goodbye to jailbreak tweaks (for now)The jailbreak community is silent for now. Who knows when the next iOS 8 jailbreak will roll out? Are you willing to give up all the Cydia tweaks you’ve purchased and installed?
Hackers and developers will always find ways to discover the loopholes to make rooms for jailbreak and hacks. However, Apple will surely roll out updates to patch the bugs so don’t expect a quick release; perhaps it could take them weeks or months.
3. Slow response on older iOS modelsThe iOS 8 is robust and requires bigger storage, memory, cache, and faster processor for smooth transitions and operation under the hood. If you’re using older devices such as iPhone 4S and iPad 2/3, you might experience slow response and lags from the system once you install it.
For those who owned these legacy devices, upgrade them at your own risk. There are also features in iOS 8 that you can’t even enjoy. In fact, if you’re already experiencing slow response and glitches to your iPhone 4S that runs in iOS 7, you may consider thinking again if your device finds the new software tolerable. Personally, I installed the iOS 8 in my iPhone 5S (just imagine, this is one of the new generation models) and observed that the Assistive Touch responds slower than before.
4. The iCloudDrive transition and the iOS 8/Yosemite tandemThe iCloudDrive is one of the new key features of iOS 8 that allows you to save and store your documents in the iCloud and access them across iOS devices. Once you upgrade, your iCloud account is automatically converted to iCloudDrive for your mails, media and file backup.
It’s a cool feature, only if you’re using it with Yosemite (which is not yet released). The iOS 8 and Yosemite complements one another for the iCloudDrive transition. Better wait until the latter is released for Mac users.
5. Continuity isn’t for everyoneSorry for the iPhone 4S, iPad 2 and iPad 3 owners – the feature isn’t available in your devices. Continuity is another new feature of iOS 8 that allows you to make seamless transition from your iOS device to Mac for phone calls, writing emails, experience the Hand-off feature and among others. Just like the iCloudDrive, the iOS 8 and Yosemite are core systems to enjoy them at full blast.
6. You can downgrade to iOS 7 but…You do it at your own risk and it’s only possible for iOS 7.1.2. Apple doesn’t recommend users to downgrade to avoid performance and compatibility issues. As of this writing, downgrade is possible unless Apple stops signing the iOS 7.1.2 firmware file.
7. Corporate-owned devices incompatibilityWait until your IT department rolls out a notice that the corporate devices are ready for the iOS 8. Apple included significant and improved features for enterprise users such as the expanded data protection, improved UI for remote management device that can affect your access to the company’s network and accounts if the IT department hasn’t made configurations and updates.
Most likely, the IT department is also waiting for Apple to fix certain bugs before they release an official iOS 8 compatible version of your company’s mobile app solution as well. Better ask your IT guys before upgrading.
8. Drains your battery fasterAfter installing the iOS 8, I observed my battery usage and found that it’s eating my battery life faster than before. I already tweaked the Location Services – the System Services have default “Location Services” toggled-on, including a breakdown of system services – but the battery percentage constantly decreases for about 3-5 minutes in a normal web browsing via LTE connection with adjusted display brightness.
ConclusionMaria Krisette Capati
Krisette is a technology writer who loves to cover disruptive technologies, trends, and a myriad of rumors and news updates. To satiate the inconsolable longing to feed her gadget addiction, she simply writes and tinker her gadgets for reviews. You may follow her blurbs, too! @krisettecapati
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Windows 10 And Your Privacy: What You Need To Know
In my last article, I gave you a list of reasons why you should wait for Windows 10. Among those reasons, I mentioned privacy, and I gave a quick overview of all the information that Cortana collects on you, the user.
Some could argue that Cortana’s collection of information is reasonable. After all, it’s a personal assistant; of course it needs a lot of information. But even with these apparent rationalizations, Windows 10 has a lot of shady data collection going on that you should be aware of.
This is all from Microsoft’s own Privacy Statement, by the way.
1. Input Personalization Is Essentially a KeyloggerA “keylogger” is software that records keystrokes you make on your keyboard. It’s considered one of the most dangerous kinds of malware, especially for business users, as a keylogger can capture all kinds of important personal information from your passwords to your credit card numbers to literally everything you say.
Microsoft uses Input Personalization to provide functionalities like auto-correct and personalized user dictionaries. While some would say “fair enough” – and, after all, this can be disabled if you’re uncomfortable – this is the default setting on Windows 10 and something that many users will unknowingly have enabled without knowing the full implications of it.
Just some food for thought.
2. Device Encryption Stores Your Key OnlineBitLocker is a Windows feature introduced in the old days of Windows Vista, allowing users to encrypt their computer’s hard drives. This feature came in Enterprise, Server and Ultimate Windows editions and were mostly left out of the common home user’s hands.
Using Windows 10’s integrated device encryption, Windows will generate a recovery key that is backed up online in your Microsoft account. This means that if that account is compromised, this data (and therefore your computer’s data) can be accessed, whether by malicious third parties, Microsoft themselves or federal authorities.
If you really want to keep your drive secure, don’t use BitLocker.
3. Cortana Knows Everything About YouHere’s a simplified list of everything Cortana collects.
Device location
Calendar data
App usage, including time used and how often you use them
Data from emails and texts
Contact information- who you call and how often you interact with them
Music library, what you look at and buy, your browsing history, etc.
Now, make no mistake: Cortana uses all of these features to carry out its purpose. Collecting Email and text data, for instance, is so that you can set calendar events with Cortana, or she can automatically remind you to set certain reminders.
However, there’s still the fact that all of this information is being collected by Microsoft. This would be the Microsoft that sends everything they have on you to the NSA, even if you aren’t in the United States. It’s more food for thought, especially as we proceed to the following.
4. Telemetry Is Terrifying (And Can’t Be Disabled)What’s telemetry, you may be asking, I’ve never heard of it.
Telemetry is a new feature integrated into Windows 10. Nobody actually knows for sure what it collects, but here’s a speculated list of what it’s grabbing from your computer and sending to Microsoft at all times:
Device information: model, processor info, display info, etc.
All software and drivers installed on the device, plus all hardware connected to it
Performance data: if apps have issues, how well they run, etc.
App data: how long apps are used, how often they’re used, what you use the most, etc.
Network data: this includes your IP address, the connections you’re using and information about the networks you’re using, whether Wi-Fi, wired or mobile
Telemetry is supposedly used to collect usage info and statistics. You’ve probably seen something like it whenever previous versions of Windows have crashed programs on you. An option to send it to Microsoft is given, keeping the choice in your hands.
This removes that choice from you. Windows 10 Home and Pro users can’t disable Telemetry at all, only reduce it. Only Windows 10 Enterprise users can disable Telemetry entirely, which makes sense, because what business in their right mind would have this running?
Those are the main privacy concerns for Windows 10. I didn’t include some concerns other people raised that had to do with Microsoft Edge, as the data collection from Microsoft’s new browser is pretty much the same amount Chrome users get.
Even if you aren’t alarmed by this, I hope you’re at least somewhat more educated by it. It’s always important to know what information you’re giving to those big companies in Silicon Valley, even if you don’t fear the Orwellian worst. They call this the Information Age for a reason.
Christopher Harper
I’m a longtime gamer, computer nerd, and general tech enthusiast.
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10 Ways To Increase Hard Disk Speed On Windows
Have you ever thought that your PC is taking a long time to boot compared to when you bought it for the first time? Well, any storage devices will get slower as they run out of disk space.
So, your Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or Solid State Drive (SSD) performance, usually speed, will decreases eventually if you have a lot of data stored in them.
Therefore, to avoid this, we are here to present you with an article on increasing disk speed. So, without further ado, let us get right into it.
Whether you are using an SSD (Solid State Drive) or an HDD, it will not perform as it used to. If you use both, you can see that an HDD suffers from this issue a lot more than SSD. Meaning that your HDD has a shorter life span compared to SSD.
Temporary files
Bad sector on HDD
Multiple Background application
Physical issues with mechanical parts
Disk low on space
An HDD’s read and write speed depends on the RPM of the disk. A Hard Disk Drive with a higher RPM (Rotation Per Minute) will perform a lot faster than a hard disk with a lower RPM.
So, it should be noted that these methods mentioned below do not actually increase your hard disk’s storage. These solutions only perform necessary measures to achieve higher read and write speed.
The methods mentioned below will work whether you have an HDD or SSD.
Write caching is an impressive feature that Windows offers. It helps improve your storage device’s performance. Enabling write caching on a storage device enables the RAM, or the physical memory, to collect write command, which is then sent to the storage device.
However, enabling this feature can cause data corruption or, worse case, data loss if the device suffers from a power outage while performing read or write.
Please follow these steps to enable Write caching.
When the computer stores its data on a Hard Disk Drive, it stores them serially on adjoining sectors, and when you delete them, these data are marked as replaceable. So, when users want to store new data on the drive, it replaces these sectors with new data.
The problem arises when the replaceable sectors are not enough to store huge files. When this happens, the OS uses a different sector on the drive to store data, which results in a single file being scattered across the drive.
So, when the OS wants to run the said file, it needs to collect data from across the entire hard drive, and this can be a painful task. This is where defragmentation or optimization comes in.
What de-fragmentation does is it arranges all this data so that the hard disk can access them with ease. In short, defragmentation re-organizes files scattered across the HDD.
Please follow these steps to perform defragmentation or optimization.
You can only perform disk defragmentation on Hard Disk Drive, or HDD. SSD, however, uses a function called TRIM, which deletes useless data so that it has storage available for new data.
One downside to using TRIM would be that you cannot perform data recovery, as it completely erases blocks of data.
If you have a hard disk that is performing poorly you can run the chkdsk command. The chkdsk, or the check disk, feature in Windows checks your storage devices for any bad sectors and tries to recover and repair these sectors.
You can follow the steps mentioned below to run the chkdsk command.
Replace [volume] with the drive you want to run chkdsk on. If you want to check all your drives, you can simply run the command without mentioning any drives.
/f :Fixes any errors found on disk.
/r :locates bad sector and tries to recover data from them.
When you uninstall an application, it will leave some unwanted files that will take up some space on your storage device. Besides this, temporary files also contain necessary Windows files that help the PC run smoothly when running certain programs.
However, these files can get huge and take up a bunch of space slowing down your hard disk. Therefore, deleting them would be the best option.
Please follow these steps to delete temporary Windows files.
Press the Windows + R key simultaneously to open Run.
Type temp and press Enter to open temporary files location.
Press Ctrl + A to select all, then press Shift + Delete to delete them permanently.
If it cannot delete files because it is currently in use, you can skip these files.
Again, open the Run windows and type %temp% and press Enter.
Now, permanently delete all files inside it as well.
If your computer runs out of physical memory, or RAM, it uses resources from the hard disk. Meaning that it takes some amount of storage.
When the disk is already low on space, and on top of that, the PC uses the remaining space as virtual memory from the hard disk, its speed will take a hit. This in turn will lower disks performance.
So, if you are low on disk space, it is recommended that you disable Virtual Memory/Paging.
Please follow these steps to disable paging
Windows offers a utility named disk cleanup that scans your storage device for any unnecessary temporary files and removes them. This, in turn, will boost your hard drive’s performance.
You can follow these steps to perform a Disk Cleanup.
Over time, your computer will collect many unwanted files, folders, and applications. If you want outstanding performance out of your system, it is recommended that you perform a thorough system check and delete any duplicate files and unused applications.
Please follow these steps to uninstall an application.
Open Control Panel.
Make sure that you set View by to Large icons, then select Programs and Features.
Scroll through the list and uninstall any unwanted applications.
Dividing your storage device into multiple parts will make it easier for the PC to access data. Information stored in these partitions is also more organized than storing everything in one huge drive.
Please follow these steps to partition your drive.
When creating a new drive, it should be noted that the drive size should be relatively small to maximize performance.
We also have an article containing various other details on Partitioning a drive. You probably will find it an interesting read.
When the power supply to the hard disk suddenly stops, the sector it read at the moment of a power outage can get corrupted. This can also result in a gradual decrease in performance.
Using a UPS is a great way to prevent your PC from turning off abruptly.
If you have the Operating System installed on your Hard Disk Drive, your PC’s boot-up time will be a lot higher. Furthermore, over time your PC will take even longer to boot due to hard disk mechanical issues.
So, if you want to increase your disk’s read and write speed, it is always recommended that you use a Solid State Drive.
SSDs read and write speeds can get 500 to 600 Mb/s higher than their counterpart, HDDs. Besides this, SSD is compact and does not have any moving components, making them a lot more efficient at retrieving the data.
The 15 Best Ways To Speed Up Windows 10
These days, Windows 10 runs well on almost any computer you can buy, but that doesn’t mean you’re always going to get snappy performance. If Windows 10 is taking its time, why not try some of these ways to speed up Windows 10?
1. Reboot Your ComputerIt’s easy to keep a Windows session going for days, weeks or even months. Windows is just that stable these days. That’s great, but the downside is that apps can slowly start clogging things up by not playing nice with memory and CPU resources. If your Windows computer is sluggish, first try turning the computer off and on again to see if it helps.
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2. Use an SSDWhile it’s going to cost you a little money, one of the biggest speed boosts you can give to Windows is installing it on a Solid State Drive (SSD). These drives are many times faster than mechanical spinning hard drives.
You don’t need to spend a fortune either. If cost is a concern, consider buying a relatively small SSD (e.g. 250GB) and then using it as your Windows install drive along with a few of your core applications. On almost any computer, swapping to an SSD brings instant and dramatic speed improvements.
SSDs can be a little complicated, so we have some recommended reading for you before you whip out your credit card. Check out SATA 3 vs M.2 vs NVMe, SSD Buying Guide and Everything You Need To Know About SSD Wear & Tear.
3. Install More RAMRandom Access Memory (RAM) is the fast working memory space of your computer. When there isn’t enough of it to contain all of your active application and operating system data, Windows is forced to swap data in RAM to and from your hard drive. This is one of the biggest performance disasters a computer can encounter, slowing everything to a painful crawl. The most straightforward solution is to add more RAM to your system.
First, familiarize yourself with Windows’ RAM requirements to make sure you have enough. Also, check the RAM requirements of the applications you want to run at the same time to get an idea of how much RAM you need.
You may not actually have to spend money on an upgrade just yet, try the suggestions in 7 Ways to Clear Memory and Boost RAM on Windows and How to Allocate More RAM to Specific Apps in Windows.
4. Tune Your Paging File for Better PerformanceIf you have to rely on a RAM paging file for your current workload and things are slowing down far too much, you should consider optimizing your paging file. Luckily we have a simple guide on how to do it, so head over to How To Optimize The Paging File In Windows and spend some time getting the right balance of paging file size.
5. Run Disk CleanupThere are many nooks and crannies where random trash accumulates on your hard drive. These temporary files can slow down your system long after your need for them is gone, but manually finding and removing them would be quite the chore. Instead, try running Disk Cleanup to automatically find and remove these files. We have a guide for disk cleanup at How to Run Disk Cleanup in Windows 10.
6. Change Windows Performance SettingsWindows has a lot of attractive visual settings, but they come at a price! On lower-end computers turning off some or all of the Windows visual decorations can free up system resources:
Open the Start Menu and select the settings cog icon.
Select System.
Select About.
Select Advanced System Settings.
Select Settings under Performance and then Adjust for best performance.
Select OK.
Now Windows won’t be quite as flashy, but it should be faster.
7. Streamline Your Startup ApplicationsWith every restart of Windows, there’s probably a long list of applications waiting to be run at startup. Many of these can have a massive impact on how long it takes before you can start using your PC. It’s a good idea to go through all of the apps that are set to start automatically with Windows and disable the ones you don’t need. Have a look at How to Disable Or Change Startup Programs In Windows 10.
8. Enable High PerformanceWindows is a very power-conscious operating system and may be limiting your computer’s performance to save battery power or reduce your monthly electricity bill. However, if your system is plugged in at the wall, why not unlock its full potential? All you have to do is :
Open the Start Menu and select the settings cog icon.
Select System.
Select Power & Sleep.
Select Additional Power Settings.
Select High Performance.
Your computer will now be given as much power as it needs to reach its peak performance.
9. Enable Fast Booting in the BIOSMost motherboards have a fast booting option toggle that you can use to cut down on the number of things the BIOS does at startup and to remove any artificial delays, such as the one that waits for you to press the button that launches the BIOS. Check your motherboard manual for specific details on how to do it on your system.
10. Use Sleep or HibernationInstead of turning your computer off completely, consider using either sleep or hibernation modes, which are both faster to start from than a cold boot. If you don’t know what either of these modes is, please read What Is the Difference Between Sleep and Hibernate in Windows 10?
11. Pause or Stop Cloud Apps From SyncingCloud apps such as OneDrive, Google Drive and Dropbox are convenient ways to backup and share files on your computer, but if they are using your disk while you try to do something else it can cause performance issues.
So if you’re running any of these or similar cloud-sync applications on your computer consider disabling auto-sync or scheduling syncing overnight when you’re not trying to use the computer.
For an example of how this works, check out How To Disable OneDrive On Your Windows 10 PC.
12. Disable Search IndexingIn order to ensure that you get instant search results in Windows, there’s a file indexing program running in the background at certain intervals. On some computers search indexing can cause performance issues, but you can disable it without much trouble. Just read Turn Off Indexing in Windows for Better Performance for the details.
13. Check for MalwareThere are all sorts of malware that can bring your computer to a halt, so it’s always a good idea to run antivirus and antimalware software to rule out malicious software as the culprit behind a laggy Windows experience. If you aren’t sure how to do that, read How to Remove Malware Completely With Free Tools.
14. Update Your DriversIncorrect or outdated drivers can often be the culprit behind bad performance. Manually checking that your drivers are up to date is a pain, so you’ll probably want to read our guide on how to automate device driver updates.
15. Disable Background AppsIf your computer isn’t particularly high-end, then programs running the background can eat into your hardware performance pool. To disable background apps:
Open the Start Menu and select the settings cog icon.
Select Privacy.
Select Background apps.
Either toggle all background apps off or do it for individual apps you don’t need.
For most modern computers you don’t need to do this, but on severely constrained machines it’s one of those small performance boosts that can really add up in the end.
Fix Slow Lan Speed On Windows 11/10 Computer
If you are facing slow internet speed on your PC, we have a few solutions to fix slow LAN Ethernet speed on Windows 11 or Windows 10 computers in this guide. These days, slow internet is a nightmare. Our lives are entirely dependent on it. Whether work, entertainment, or classes, it has its uses everywhere. The speed ranges differ with ISPs, and some ISPs give the highest speeds to the end-users. If you are experiencing slow LAN Ethernet speed on your Windows PC, here are some tips to increase your Internet speed.
Why my LAN speed is slow?Many reasons might have caused the slow LAN speed. It might be due to the following:
Bad internet connection
Faulty cables
A problem with the modem or router
Problem with Internet Service Provider
Slow DNS server
There might be some other reasons for the slow LAN. Mainly the above issues are reasons for the slow LAN in major instances. Let’s see how to fix them.
Fix Slow LAN speed on Windows 11/10 computerA bad or slow LAN Ethernet speed on Windows 11 or Windows 10 can be fixed in the following ways:
Check the internet connection
Update Network Drivers
Change DNS server
Turn off VPN
Disable Large Send Offload
Change Speed and Duplex Settings
Disable IPv6
Let’s get into the details of each fix.
1] Check the internet connectionWhen you are experiencing a slow LAN on Windows, you first have to check if the internet is working fine on other devices. Check the speeds on other devices, restart the modem or router, and contact your ISP if you face any issues.
2] Update Network DriversAn outdated or faulty network driver might also cause slow LAN speeds. You have to update Network drivers and check for Windows OS updates. It might automatically update the drivers to the latest versions, and your slow LAN speed issue will be fixed.
3] Change the DNS serverThe Domain Name Server (DNS) on your PC might cause the issue. You have to change the DNS to other public servers like Google Public DNS, Cloudflare, or any other. It might fix the slow LAN speeds if a slow DNS server causes it.
4] Turn off VPNIf you use a VPN on your PC, you must turn it off to use the internet at full speed. Some VPNs have kill switches automatically enabled. It might cause the non-working of the internet on your PC. Please turn it off in the VPN settings.
Read: Increase WiFi Speed Signal strength and coverage area.
5] Disable Large Send OffloadRelated: Fix Slow Ethernet speed on Windows.
6] Change Speed and Duplex Settings 7] Disable IPv6Disabling IPv6 resolves many internet connection issues. It is a standard fix that helped many users. You need to disable IPv6 to increase the LAN speed. Check if it has solved the issue.
If none of the above issues fixed the slow LAN, you might have to contact your Internet service provider.
Related: How to increase upload and download speed in Windows.
How do I fix slow LAN Ethernet?There are many ways to fix slow LAN Ethernet. You can fix it by changing DNS, disabling Large Send Offload, changing speed/duplex settings, updating network drivers, etc. If you are still experiencing slow speeds, it is possible that your router or modem is outdated and needs to be replaced. You can also try connecting your computer directly to the modem to see if that improves the speed. You may need to contact your ISP for further troubleshooting if you still have issues. You need to find the cause of the issue first and implement the fix that eliminates the cause.
Related read: Fix IPv6 Connectivity, No network access error on Windows.
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