Hey everyone, my Windows 10 PC has been taking forever to boot up lately, and it’s honestly getting on my nerves. I’ve already cleaned up some junk files and disabled a few startup programs through Task Manager, but it still feels sluggish. I don’t want to spend money on an SSD or RAM upgrade right now, so I’m wondering if there are any built-in Windows tweaks or settings that can help reduce the boot time.

I’ve heard about things like disabling services, adjusting virtual memory, or even using some hidden system options to optimize performance, but I’m not sure which ones are safe or actually effective. Anyone tried these or have other tips to make Windows start faster without external hardware changes? Appreciate any advice!