1. Install and use an anti-virus / anti-malware program and keep it up to date to protect your computer from viruses, malware, and other malicious software.
2. Keep your operating system, drivers and programs up to date by installing the latest updates and patches, as they often contain security fixes and performance improvements.
3. Uninstall programs you don’t use or need, as they take up space and resources.
4. Disable background programs and services that you don’t need running all the time and limit the number of programs that start automatically when Windows starts up.
5. Run disk cleanup and defragment tools regularly to improve system performance by removing unnecessary files and optimizing how data is stored on the hard drive.
6. Delete temporary files and empty your recycle bin to free up space on your hard drive.
7. Clean up your browser by deleting any old or cached data, cookies, history, and other clutter.
8. Reduce the number of browser tabs open at once and run fewer programs simultaneously.
9. Monitor the temperature of your computer’s components with a hardware monitoring tool to prevent overheating.
10. Invest in more RAM and a solid-state drive (SSD) if your current system won’t keep up with your usage needs.