Find updates for Windows 8.1 that don’t cause performance issues.

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SmashyGames
Junior Member

05-31-2016, 11:39 AM

I notice many users altering Windows 8.1 settings and I'm starting to understand why. Although I appreciate the metro interface, the desktop feels too rigid for my needs. Earlier, I modified XP and saw my system become extremely sluggish afterward. Previously, I would start up quickly, but now even simple tasks like making a PB&J take time before I could boot. I'm curious if there are any Windows 8.1 modifications that wouldn't cause this issue, especially given my current hardware situation.

SmashyGames

05-31-2016, 11:39 AM #1

davidspyro
Member

213

06-08-2016, 02:04 AM

Startisback + Rainmeter works perfectly for me.

davidspyro

06-08-2016, 02:04 AM #2

Startisback + Rainmeter works perfectly for me.

muldrik
Member

114

06-10-2016, 04:27 AM

It's likely your computer performs better than yours, yet you might have experienced a slowdown after making these changes.

muldrik

06-10-2016, 04:27 AM #3

It's likely your computer performs better than yours, yet you might have experienced a slowdown after making these changes.

JASurtino
Member

06-10-2016, 06:23 AM

Phenom x4 975 3.6 GHz paired with 128GB SSD delivers smooth operation without any lag.

JASurtino

06-10-2016, 06:23 AM #4

Phenom x4 975 3.6 GHz paired with 128GB SSD delivers smooth operation without any lag.

DradonDevil
Junior Member

06-11-2016, 01:11 AM

I don't feel the same way. I own lots of Rainmeter themes, personalized icons, and Start8, and Windows 8 starts quickly. By the way, I have an SSD.

DradonDevil

06-11-2016, 01:11 AM #5

I don't feel the same way. I own lots of Rainmeter themes, personalized icons, and Start8, and Windows 8 starts quickly. By the way, I have an SSD.

hakan10
Member

06-12-2016, 01:45 AM

Absolutely, your system performs much better with these upgrades. A 7200 RPM drive should definitely fit in without issues.

hakan10

06-12-2016, 01:45 AM #6

Absolutely, your system performs much better with these upgrades. A 7200 RPM drive should definitely fit in without issues.

Gunner3212
Member

159

06-14-2016, 06:03 AM

Certainly! These adjustments will increase your startup speed.

Gunner3212

06-14-2016, 06:03 AM #7

Certainly! These adjustments will increase your startup speed.