{"id":1463,"date":"2024-10-21T14:09:02","date_gmt":"2024-10-21T14:09:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/?p=1463"},"modified":"2025-02-05T12:38:12","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T12:38:12","slug":"is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Windows 11 Running Slow? Here\u2019s How to Boost Its Performance!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In this article<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/#1_Update_Windows_Regularly\" >1. Update Windows Regularly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/#2_Disable_Unnecessary_Startup_Programs\" >2. Disable Unnecessary Startup Programs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/#3_Optimize_Power_Settings\" >3. Optimize Power Settings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/#4_Free_Up_Disk_Space\" >4. Free Up Disk Space<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/#5_Adjust_Visual_Effects\" >5. Adjust Visual Effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/#6_Scan_for_Malware\" >6. Scan for Malware<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/#7_Update_Drivers\" >7. Update Drivers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/#8_Manage_Background_Apps\" >8. Manage Background Apps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/#9_Repair_or_Reset_Problematic_Apps\" >9. Repair or Reset Problematic Apps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/#10_Perform_System_Maintenance\" >10. Perform System Maintenance<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/is-windows-11-running-slow-heres-how-to-boost-its-performance\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Upgrading to Windows 11 can sometimes lead to unexpected slowdowns. If you\u2019re experiencing sluggish performance on your new operating system, don\u2019t worry! There are several effective strategies to boost your Windows 11 performance and enhance your overall computing experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Update_Windows_Regularly\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>1. Update Windows Regularly<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1464 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Update Windows Regularly\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Keeping your system updated is essential for optimal performance. Go to <strong>Settings &gt; Windows Update<\/strong> and click <strong>Check for updates<\/strong>. Installing the latest updates not only improves security but also includes performance enhancements that can resolve existing issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Disable_Unnecessary_Startup_Programs\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>2. Disable Unnecessary Startup Programs<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1465 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Disable Unnecessary Startup Programs\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Many applications launch automatically when you start your computer, which can slow down boot times. To manage these:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Right-click the <strong>Taskbar<\/strong> and select <strong>Task Manager<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Go to the <strong>Startup<\/strong> tab and disable any unnecessary programs that you don\u2019t need at startup.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Optimize_Power_Settings\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>3. Optimize Power Settings<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1466 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Optimize Power Settings\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Windows 11 has power settings that can affect performance. To adjust them:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Navigate to <strong>Settings &gt; System &gt; Power &amp; battery<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Select <strong>Best performance<\/strong> under the Power mode options to prioritize speed over energy savings.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Free_Up_Disk_Space\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>4. Free Up Disk Space<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1468 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Free Up Disk Space\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">A cluttered hard drive can slow down your system. To free up disk space:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Use <strong>Disk Cleanup<\/strong>: Search for <strong>Disk Cleanup<\/strong> in the Start menu, select your drive, and remove temporary files and system files.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Consider enabling <strong>Storage Sense<\/strong> under <strong>Settings &gt; System &gt; Storage<\/strong> to automate the cleanup process.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Adjust_Visual_Effects\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>5. Adjust Visual Effects<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1467 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Adjust Visual Effects\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Windows 11 has several visual effects that can consume system resources. To optimize them:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Right-click <strong>This PC<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Properties<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Advanced system settings<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Under <strong>Performance<\/strong>, click <strong>Settings<\/strong> and choose <strong>Adjust for best performance<\/strong> or customize which effects to disable.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Scan_for_Malware\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>6. Scan for Malware<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1469 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Scan for Malware\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Malware can significantly impact your system\u2019s performance. Run a full system scan using <strong>Windows Security<\/strong> or a trusted antivirus software to ensure your computer is clean and running efficiently.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Update_Drivers\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>7. Update Drivers<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1470 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Update Drivers\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Outdated drivers can lead to performance issues, especially with graphics and network devices. Access <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Device_Manager\" rel=\"nofollow\"><strong>Device Manager<\/strong><\/a>, right-click on devices, and select <strong>Update driver<\/strong> to keep them current.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Manage_Background_Apps\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>8. Manage Background Apps<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1471 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Manage Background Apps\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Many apps run in the background, consuming resources. To manage them:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Go to <strong>Settings &gt; Apps &gt; Apps &amp; features<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Identify apps that you don\u2019t need running in the background and disable them.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Repair_or_Reset_Problematic_Apps\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>9. Repair or Reset Problematic Apps<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1472 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Repair or Reset Problematic Apps\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">If a specific application is causing slowdowns, you can repair or reset it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Navigate to <strong>Settings &gt; Apps<\/strong>, select the app, and choose <strong>Advanced options<\/strong> to repair or reset it.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Perform_System_Maintenance\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>10. Perform System Maintenance<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1473 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/10-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Perform System Maintenance\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/10-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/10-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/10-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/10-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oursglobal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/10.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Running system maintenance tools can help keep your computer in good shape. Open <strong>Command Prompt<\/strong> as an administrator and run the following command: <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">sfc \/scannow<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">This will scan and repair any corrupted system files.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">By following these steps, you can significantly improve the performance of your Windows 11 system and enjoy a smoother computing experience. 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