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Keywords		 Keyboard Steps Posted Date
Windows Cool Things Using "Search" Box
search malware code sandbox		 Loading sandbox windows
type "turn windows features on and off" -> check "Windows sandbox" -> Reboot windows

then it should be activated

Search -> type "windows sandbox" -> open

From here you can open files you do not trust

Protect against malware and malicious code
win11
Search -> type "device security" -> core isolation -> details -> turn on "memory integrity"		 01/21/2026
Windows Unnecesarry Windows Services
service
  • BTDevMgr.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems.
  • IconMan_R
    This is the software utility for the Realtek card reader and is known as the Realtek Card Reader Icon Tool. It adds an icon to the Windows notification area (system tray) in order to provide quick access to manage various functions of the device.
 01/21/2026
Windows Cool Things From "Settings"
settings internet		 Prevent internet sharing with strangers
settings -> windows update -> Advanced options -> delivery optimization -> turn off "delivery optimization" -> turn off downloads from other devices

This prevents background stealing		 01/21/2026
Windows Task Manager
settings task manager diagnostics services perfomance widgets

Win11 – 10 things to turn off


1. disable startup apps
task manager -> Startup -> click "unwanted app" -> disable: Repeat for each app

2. Kill notification & tips
Start -> Settings -> System -> Notification -> TURN OFF or click and turn off apps that you don't want to hear from.

3. Shut down back ground apps
Start -> Settings -> Apps -> Installed Apps -> click "offending app" -> 3dots

4. Stop online search in the start menu {Use the backward slash}
Run -> type "regedit" enter -> HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Policies/Microsoft/Windows/Explorer -> If explorer not exist: right click -> Select "New" than Key -> Name Key "Explorer and selected in left hand window -> right hand window, right click and select "new, DWORD(32-BIT) value -> TitleName is "DisableSearchBoxSuggestions" enter ->double click new entry and set value to 1 -> Rebooting makes it active. This is a per user change.

Kill widgets/ news & interest
Start -> Settings -> Personalization -> Taskbar -> Widgets (turn off)

6. Reduce telemetry and diagnostics.
Start -> Settings -> Privacy & Security -> diagnostics & Feedback -> Turn off "Send Optional diagnostics" and -> diagnostic data {turn off}


05:41:02 7. Disable ads in Explorer and the lock screen
06:08:24 kill the “fun facts and tips”.
07:18:20 8. Kill Cortana and co-pilot.
07:44:19 9. Kill activity history and timeline.
08:51:17 10. stop auto reboots after updates
09:55:00 11. TURN OFF REMOTE ASSISTANCE.
10:23:15 12. Optional windows features you do not need
11:44:11 13. Kill the hibernation file if you don’t hibernate.
13:03:26 another Microsoft update.
14:08:00 2. Searching index.
14:39:01 turn off search history.
15:12:26 turn off search highlights.
15:59:19 set my files to classic.
16:27:00 add excluded files folders you do not want searched.
16:41:12 3. Delivery optimization.
17:11:14 turn off delivery optimization.
17:33:13 turn off downloads from other devices.
17:50:19 5. Suggested apps in start menu ads.
18:31:27 turn off shell recommendations for tips.
23:00:27 god mode
23:23:13 made fixing windows simple.
27:27:27 stop windows from spying.
31:54:18 five PC tricks you should do
32:09:06 god mode code
32:58:26 windows 10 end-of-life.
40:43:16 are you still running Windows 10?
46:41:08 password locked out of windows.
53:45:10 END		 01/04/2026
Windows Shortcut Fixes
shortcut graphics card tabs		 Reset graphics card Only if display becomes flaky
ctrl + shift + Winkey + B

browser closed - So this to restore tabs
ctrl + shift + T		 01/13/2026
Windows Protect SSD Drives
ssd drive		 SSDs, or solid state drives, are widely used in desktops and laptops because they offer faster performance, quieter operation, and lower power consumption than traditional hard disks (HDDs). In the durability stakes, as well, an SSD wins over an HDD.

However, like all electronic components, SSDs have limited lifespans that can be affected by a range of different factors. It’s therefore smart to try to increase their lifespan. Here I lay out some key ways you can do that in Windows 11.

1. Enable Trim for SSDs

One simple trick to extend SSD lifespan is to enable the Trim command for your SSD. This tells the drive which data blocks are no longer used, effectively managing and freeing up disk space. If you don’t enable the Trim, the SSD needs to perform extra and unnecessary operations to delete old files, giving rise to more wear and reducing lifespan.

To check if the Trim command is enabled open the command prompt with admin rights and type the command fsutil behavior query DisableDeleteNotify. If you get the notification DisableDeleteNotify = 0 then you have Trim enabled. If not, then you can enable it with this command: fsutil behavior set DisableDeleteNotify 0.


2. Disable hibernation

In hibernation mode the computer will write all the data it stores in the RAM to a file named Hiberfil.sys on the SSD. If you hibernate your PC often this file can be extremely large. Excessive and heavy writing can wear out your SSD, hence you should disable hibernation in Windows 11. To do that, open the command prompt with admin permission and type the command powercfg.exe /hibernate off.


3. Disable Paging File (Virtual Memory)

When RAM is insufficient for your computing increasing the virtual memory or paging file can be one solution. However, this isn’t good for SSD lifespan as it results in lots of writing to your SSD. Therefore, you’re going to want to disable paging file to increase the SSD lifespan. Here’s how to do that.

  • Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  • Type sysdm.cpl and click OK to open System Properties.
  • Navigate to the Advanced tab and click on Settings under the Performance section.
  • In the Performance Options window, go to the Advanced tab and click on Change under the Virtual Memory section.
  • Uncheck the box for Automatically manage paging file size for all drives.
  • Select the drive where the pagefile is located (usually C:).
  • Choose the option No paging file and click Set.
  • Click OK to close all windows and restart your computer when prompted.



4. Enable write caching

Most SSDs support write caching that allows temporarily storing data in a cache, which avoids frequent small writes to the SSD. Enabling this feature will reduce the number of write cycles and extend the lifespan of your SSD. You can do that in a few easy steps.

  • Type Win+X and choose Device Manager.
  • Expand the disk drives, right click on your SSD, and select Properties.
  • Under the Policies tab, tick Enable write caching on the device and click OK.
  • Write caching should now be enabled.



5. Avoid filling up the SSD memory

If the SSD memory is filled up, it can reduce the SSD lifespan and the drive will run a lot slower than it should. Therefore, you should aim to always keep at least 20 percent of the drive’s capacity free.

You can check on how full your drive is in Windows under Devices and Drives. Simply double click on File Explorer and select This PC from the menu on the left. The capacity of the drive will be shown beneath the drive visual and how much free space there is will be indicated clearly too.

Keep the SSD firmware up to date

SSD manufacturers often release updates for the SSD firmware to keep it running efficiently and to reduce wear and tear, so these updates can extend the device’s lifespan. To see if your SSD does, it’s best to visit the manufacturer’s website to search for any firmware updates. Most vendors will also have their own SSD software to update firmware automatically.		 02/04/2026