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Not every app deserves a place in the startup queue.

To delay startup programs on Windows 11, use Task Scheduler to create a task that triggers at log-on or startup. Alternatively, antivirus tools like BitDefender, Norton, or Kaspersky offer built-in ...

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The new crop of default Windows apps is too resource-hungry and inefficient — ditch them for these lightweight alternatives to save RAM.

If you want to prevent MiniTool apps from opening at startup and requesting updates at startup in Windows 11/10, here is how you can do that. Here, you can find multiple ways to prevent MiniTool apps ...

This guide covers four top Windows 11 Start menu replacement apps: Start11, StartAllBack, Open Shell Menu, and Flow Launcher. These apps offer a range of customization options, from classic layouts to ...

Managing the applications that launch at startup is crucial for optimizing your Windows device's performance. By customizing which applications start automatically, you can streamline your routine and ...

In Windows, you have options when it comes to viewing photos and videos, but you probably just use the default photo-viewing app Microsoft Photos, which comes pre-installed with Windows. Recently, ...

WTF?! Microsoft is rolling out a clever tweak to help Office apps launch faster on Windows. Dubbed "Startup Boost," this new feature quietly runs in the background as soon as you log in the operating ...