Windows 7 Windows 7 Superfetch

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Superfetch does not seem to be loading commonly used programs & system files into memory at startup the same way Vista does. Isn't Windows 7 supposed to be faster? I have a high end PC and after running the release candidate on here for the past week I have noticed that Vista actually ran faster. I checked the registry and superfetch is set to 3 (load everything). Not sure what's up with this. It's a bit of a disappointment.

 

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It seems like you are experiencing performance issues with Windows 7, specifically in relation to Superfetch not loading commonly used programs and system files into memory at startup as expected. Here are a few points to consider and steps you can take to potentially improve the performance: 1. Understanding Superfetch: - Superfetch is a technology designed to improve system performance by preloading commonly used applications into memory, thus reducing load times when these applications are launched. - In Windows 7, Superfetch is supposed to work similarly to Vista, but it might behave differently in some cases. 2. Troubleshooting Steps: - Check Superfetch Status: Verify that Superfetch is enabled and running on your system. You can do this by: - Pressing Win + R, typing services.msc, and then locating the "Superfetch" service to ensure it is set to "Automatic (Delayed Start)" and is running. - Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance using Windows Task Manager to identify any resource-intensive processes that might be impacting performance. - Disk Defragmentation: Consider running a disk defragmentation to optimize the placement of files on the disk for faster access. - Update Drivers & Software: Ensure that your system has the latest drivers and software updates installed. 3. System Optimization: - Disable Unnecessary Startup Programs: Reduce the number of programs that automatically start with Windows startup. You can do this through the Task Manager's Startup tab. - Adjust System Visual Effects: You can optimize performance by adjusting visual effects. Go to System Properties > Advanced system settings > Performance Settings, and choose 'Adjust for best performance' or customize according to your preference. - Check for Malware: Run a scan using Windows Defender or install a reputable antivirus software to check for malware that might be impacting system performance. 4. User Experience: - System performance can also depend on user experience and perception. If you feel like performance is not as expected, even though the system is operating normally, it might be worth exploring customization options or seeking additional resources for optimization. If after performing these steps the issue persists, it might be beneficial to seek further assistance from Windows support or a tech professional to diagnose the issue more comprehensively.