Hello! Windows 10 is an attractive and very easy to use system. However, some criticism has come for being too “heavy”. That is, depending on the characteristics of the hardware, its startup can be very slow. This situation is verified by comparing the performance of the computer with respect to another with the same characteristics but using GNU / Linux. Sometimes, what causes this slow start is the amount of programs that are automatically loaded with the start of the system. Some of these apps are necessary for the correct system. On the contrary, others are started without real need. Since many programs set this option to be installed. And the worst thing is that they do so unconsciously for the user. As a result, the system suffers a slowdown. But don’t worry, today we will see how to enable and disable startup applications in Windows 10.
Using the task manager to enable and disable programs on Windows 10 startup.
The first option we will use is the Windows Task Manager. From this component you can control various aspects of the system. For example, manage the apps that are started along with the system. With this in mind right-click on a blank space in the taskbar. Then click on Task Manager.
Another way to run the Task Manager is by pressing the combination Ctrl+Alt+Esc. Once inside the Task Manager, please select the Startup tab. Immediately a list of the apps that start next to the system will be displayed. Additionally, you can check the status. That is, if they are enabled or disabled. Similarly, the level of impact on the startup of the system is displayed. Consequently, to disable a program from the Windows startup, you only have to right-click on it. And then proceed to disable it.
On the contrary, if you want to enable it, you only have to repeat the operation on a program already disabled.
Using the Windows Settings to manage the programs that start together with Windows.
Another way to manage these apps is through Windows Settings. With this intention, press the Win+I combination. Once there, click on Apps.
Then, in the left column click on Startup. Immediately the list of apps and their impact on the system will be displayed. Additionally, there is a pin to enable or disable the app according to your needs.
Ultimately we have seen how to enable and disable applications on the startup of Windows 10. This can make a difference for many users. All right, that’s it for now. Before saying goodbye, I invite you to see our post about How to run the Linux Tail command in Windows 10. Bye!
