Most people will never need some services running by default on Windows.

To improve performance on Windows 11, you can safely end processes like unused apps, bloatware (e.g., Copilot, Phone Link), high-resource processes, and peripheral-related programs via Task Manager.

Several background processes are constantly running on your Windows PC and laptop to ensure the smooth operation of your computer. On average, 60-90 background processes run on a Windows PC in ...

Microsoft is investigating a new Windows 11 issue that causes the Task Manager to say there are zero running apps and background processes. However, while the Task Manager doesn't display the correct ...

Preventing unnecessary background app activity is an excellent way to avoid this. Doing so can also free up system resources, enhance your computer's speed, and ensure a smooth experience. Both ...

There are certain situations when you would want to find the process start and end time in Windows 11/10. For example, as you try to troubleshoot an application, or if there are too many processes ...

Operating systems need at least a minimum of maintenance to run properly over the long term. While some important tools are already included from Microsoft, many professionals want or need more ...

PCWorld reveals Sysmon, a hidden Windows 11 tool that monitors all system processes and drivers that Task Manager completely misses, including kernel mode processes and disguised malware. This ...

No matter the age of your Windows 11 PC, it could run faster. Try these tips to speed it up and stabilize it. Windows 11 does a lot under the hood to speed up a PC’s performance, but PCs tend to slow ...