How to Defragment a Disk on a Windows Computer
Note things that you don't need to do., If Windows recommends that you defragment your drive, simply follow its prompt and click on "Defragment Disk".
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Note things that you don't need to do.
Some older advice may still be in your mind when you set out to defragment; this list shows what you don't need to be concerned about:
It used to be recommended to open Windows in "Safe Mode".
This is not necessary now.
It's not necessary to remove programs you don't use or need.
However, as a general housekeeping rule, it's always a good idea to discard what you don't use.
You don't need to close all unnecessary programs or cancel any programs scheduled to run.
You don't need to delete any temporary files. , Easy! -
Step 2: If Windows recommends that you defragment your drive
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Step 3: simply follow its prompt and click on "Defragment Disk".
Detailed Guide
Some older advice may still be in your mind when you set out to defragment; this list shows what you don't need to be concerned about:
It used to be recommended to open Windows in "Safe Mode".
This is not necessary now.
It's not necessary to remove programs you don't use or need.
However, as a general housekeeping rule, it's always a good idea to discard what you don't use.
You don't need to close all unnecessary programs or cancel any programs scheduled to run.
You don't need to delete any temporary files. , Easy!
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