Use Windows' own health information
Built-in Windows Security and system settings can surface storage, update and health information.
Review startup and background activity
Programs that launch automatically can consume memory and processor time.
Keep updates current
Microsoft includes updates among its first recommended steps for improving Windows performance.
Treat hardware limits honestly
A computer with insufficient memory, failing storage or unsupported hardware may not be fixed by software tuning.
General consumer technology information only. Interfaces and menu names change. Before resets, reinstalls, storage changes or other major actions, verify that important data is backed up and use current manufacturer/service-provider instructions.