Built into Windows is a special tool called the "Microsoft System Configuration Utility" or simply "MSCONFIG." Designed to help you troubleshoot problems with your computer, MSCONFIG can also be used to ensure that your computer boots faster and crashes less.
Most people know that the more programs you have running on your computer at once, the more likely it is that your computer will either run slowly or even crash. What most people don't know is that every time you boot your computer a whole mess of "hidden" programs load in the background. Some of these hidden programs are essential, but most aren't. Turning off some of these hidden programs can significantly increase your computer's performance and reliability.
How to use MsConfig
* You can go to Start > Run
* Type in: msconfig
* Choose the Startup tab
* Deselect the programs which you consider unwanted. Be sure you do not disable programs like antivirus program, firewall etc.
* Click on Apply
* Next time you start your windows, the deselected programs will not start hence saving the processing and consequently making your computer work faster.
