Your computer takes a long time to start up
Too many programs are trying to load at the same moment you turn on the computer. Disabling unnecessary startup programs fixes this for people in under 10 minutes.
When your computer starts up, it runs every program you've told it to launch automatically. The more programs it tries to load at once, the longer startup takes. You can disable most of these, and your computer will start much faster.
Risk: Low
⏱ 10-20 minutes
Beginner
⚡ Before you start
- ✓Have a note of which programs you actually use daily (like OneDrive, Zoom, Spotify)
- ✓Have your password ready if you need to make changes to system settings
- ✓Make sure you have at least 10 minutes where you can restart your computer and measure the startup time
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Disabling antivirus, audio drivers, or Microsoft programs in the Startup tab — your computer needs these to function properly
- Leaving the computer on for weeks to avoid restarting — regular restarts clear out temporary files and keep things running smoothly
- Thinking you need a new computer — disabling startup apps or upgrading to an SSD completely fixes slow startup
Signs you need professional help
- If your computer still takes more than 5 minutes to reach a usable desktop after disabling startup programs, or if the drive check shows a mechanical hard drive and you're interested in upgrading to an SSD, give us a call and we'll help you sort it out.
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