What settings can I change to improve the performance of my PC?

1. Close Unnecessary Programs: Identify and close any applications or processes that you don’t need running in the background.

2. Adjust Visual Effects: Change settings in your system preferences to reduce the graphic effects.

3. Disable Startup Programs: Disable any startup programs that are not necessary for the smooth operation of your PC.

4. Update Your Drivers: Update all the drivers on your PC, including audio, video, network and graphic ones.

5. Increase Virtual Memory Size: Increase the size of your virtual memory to improve the performance of your PC.

6. Clear Your Cache: Regularly clear your cache to enhance the performance of your PC.

7. Add RAM (Random Access Memory): Increasing the amount of RAM can significantly improve the performance of your PC.

8. Defragment Hard Disk: Use the Disk Defragmenter to defragment any hard disks attached to your PC to improve loading and transfer speeds.

9. Reduce the Number of Background Programs: Reduce the number of programs running in the background to free up system resources.

10. Upgrade Your Hardware: Consider upgrading your hardware components such as the processor, RAM and graphics card to further improve the performance of your PC.