Windows 11: 10 Settings You Should Change Immediately

If Windows 11 feels slow, cluttered, or just annoying to use, it’s probably not your computer — it’s the default settings. In this video, I walk through 10 Windows 11 settings you should change immediately to make your PC faster, cleaner, and easier to use. These are built-in Windows settings — no risky tweaks, no registry hacks, and no third-party tools required. I change these settings on every Windows 11 PC I set up, and most people never touch them. In this video, you’ll learn how to: • Speed up Windows 11 startup • Reduce background apps and system clutter • Improve performance on laptops and desktops • Clean up the taskbar and right-click menu • Disable annoying notifications and popups • Take back control of privacy and default apps Chapters 00:00 - Intro 00:31 - Disable Startup Apps 01:37 - Change Power Mode 02:08 - Disable Notifications 02:51 - Right-Click Menu 03:56 - Disable Background Apps 04:52 - Turn Off Visual Effects 05:38 - Clean Up Taskbar 06:23 - Privacy Option 07:23 - Storage Sense 08:46 - Default Apps 09:45 - Final Thoughts Whether you’re new to Windows 11 or have been using it for a while, these tweaks can make a noticeable difference immediately. To restore the old right-click menu: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/ans... 💬 If you’d like a Part 2 with more advanced or hidden Windows settings, let me know in the comments. 🍎 Want a macOS version? That's coming soon! -------- 🔒 My Security Setup • VPN I use (discount included) → https://go.getproton.me/SH2Ql • Secure Email I use → https://go.getproton.me/SH2Qm Some links above may be affiliate links. I only recommend tools I personally use.