Lately, my Windows PC has been taking way too long to boot up, and it’s getting pretty frustrating. I know that having too many programs launching at startup can slow things down, but I’m hesitant to uninstall some apps because I use them regularly. Are there any built-in Windows tips or settings I can tweak to speed up startup times without having to remove software?

I’m running Windows 10 on an SSD, so the hardware should be fine. I’ve heard about disabling startup programs via Task Manager, but I’m not sure which ones are safe to turn off. Also, does defragmenting or cleaning up the disk help even with an SSD? I’d appreciate any advice on optimizing startup speed while keeping my important programs intact.