The programs that run when you start your Windows PC have a huge effect on not only how long your system takes to get going, but also how many system resources are available for what youre doing. Some are essential to include with startup, but others can wait until you need them. Unfortunately, startup apps can get out of hand quickly because it easy to miss unchecking the Run at startup box when installing software. Plus, programs can add themselves to the list without alerting you. This means...

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