Guide to Managing Background Apps

Method 1: Using Installed Apps

1. Access Installed Apps

   • Right-click the "Start" button.
   • Select "Installed apps."

2. Configure Background App Permissions

   • Click the menu next to an app and choose "Advanced options."
   • If "Advanced options" isn't available, it's not a Microsoft Store app.
   • Under "Background apps permissions," select "Never" to stop the app from running in the background.

Method 2: Using Task Manager

1. Open Task Manager

   • Right-click the "Start" button.
   • Choose "Task Manager."

2. End Background Processes

   • Navigate to the "Processes" tab.
   • Locate the "Background processes" section.
   • Identify an app you recognize and don't require to run in the background, like Zoom.
   • Right-click the app and select "End task" to stop it.

Conclusion

• These methods help manage and stop unnecessary apps from running in the background to improve system performance.

Note

• For non-Microsoft Store apps, the Task Manager method can be universally applied.

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