These Hidden Windows Services Are Hogging Your CPU (and How to Shut Them Down)
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Summary
Windows operating systems are well-known for using a lot of CPU capacity, which can slow down PCs and result in frustration for users.
Four areas where users can mitigate CPU usage and optimize performance to improve their Windows PC experience are noted in the article.
These are:
Disabling or uninstalling Microsoft Store apps that are not used and which run in the background and consume system resources. This may involve disabling background app permissions for certain apps or outright uninstalling these apps.
Disable the Windows Search Indexer service, which creates an index of files, documents, images, videos, and emails stored on a PC. Unless a user constantly searches for files, this service can be disabled to free up CPU space.
The Antimalware Service Executable (MsMpEng.exe), which protects PCs in real-time against threats, can be disabled, but this leaves the system open to viruses and malware. A balance is needed here and scheduling scans for off-peak times may be a better option.
Disable optional text input methods like speech and handwriting recognition if they are not used. This may affect some stylus, trackpad, and on-screen keyboard features, so careful consideration is required.
