By default, Windows may automatically reopen apps that were active before you shut down or restarted your PC. For example, if ...

To delay startup programs on Windows 11, use Task Scheduler to create a task that triggers at log-on or startup. Alternatively, antivirus tools like BitDefender, Norton, or Kaspersky offer built-in ...

A PC that takes forever to start can quickly become frustrating. More often than not, the culprit is a growing list of apps running at startup. Disabling the ones you don’t need is the most effective ...