How can I disable unnecessary background applications?

instructions

1. Open the Start menu and type in “msconfig” (without quotes) in the search bar.

2. Click on the msconfig.exe from the search results to open the System Configuration window.

3. Click on the “Startup” tab and you will see a list of applications that are set to run when you start your computer.

4. Uncheck any applications you do not want to run at start-up.

5. Click “OK” to save any changes you have made.

6. Restart your computer for the settings to take effect.