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If your computer takes forever to boot up, you likely have too many apps trying to start at once. Open your Task Manager (Windows) or Activity Monitor (Mac) and disable non-essential programs from launching at startup. 5. Run Antivirus and Malware Scans 10 Tips on How to Properly Maintain Your Computer
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