To free up memory and make Windows work faster, there are a few easy steps you can take.
1. Remove Unnecessary Programs and Files
The first step to free up memory in Windows is to remove any unnecessary programs and files. Unused applications, large media files like video and photos, and old downloads can all take up a lot of disk space. To remove these unnecessary items, use the Disk Cleanup tool. This tool can be found by searching for ‘Disk Cleanup’ in the Windows search bar.
2. Disable Startup Applications
When your computer starts up, many applications run in the background and use up RAM (Random Access Memory). To reduce the memory usage of these applications, you can disable them from running at startup. To do this, go to Task Manager and select the Startup tab. Then, select the applications you want to disable and click the Disable button.
3. Use an Antivirus
Having a good antivirus program installed on your computer can help free up memory by finding and removing any malicious software that might be taking up memory. It can also prevent any new malicious software from running on your computer. When choosing an antivirus program, make sure it has real-time protection, web protection, and the ability to scan all files and folders.
4. Reduce Visual Effects
Windows offers many visual effects to improve user experience, but these effects can take up a lot of memory and slow down your computer. To reduce the memory usage of these effects, go to System Properties and select Advanced System Settings. Then, select the Advanced tab and click on the Settings button in the Performance section. Here, you can choose which visual effects to enable and which to disable.
5. Increase Virtual Memory
Virtual memory is a feature of Windows that allows it to store data in the hard drive when it runs out of RAM. Increasing the amount of virtual memory can help free up memory in Windows and make it run faster. To increase virtual memory, go to System Properties and select Advanced System Settings. Then, select the Advanced tab and click on the Change button in the Virtual Memory section. Here, you can select the amount of virtual memory you want to allocate to your system.
6. Defragment Your Hard Drive
Over time, your hard drive can become fragmented, which means data is stored in many small pieces instead of being stored in one place. This can cause your computer to slow down, as it takes longer for the computer to find and access the data it needs. To fix this, you can use the Disk Defragmenter tool, which can be found by searching for ‘Disk Defragmenter’ in the Windows search bar.
By following these steps, you can free up memory in Windows and make your computer run faster.