Optimization Details

Optimization Details

The optimize group applies 42+ tweaks aimed at a desktop that stays powered on. All changes are reversible through normal Windows settings. Full reference: docs/OPTIMIZE.md.

sudo .\setup.ps1 -Group optimize

Services disabled (15)

DiagTrack, dmwappushservice, OneSyncSvc, HvHost, SharedAccess, SysMain, StorSvc, CscService, DPS, TabletInputService, TrkWks, stisvc, WMPNetworkSvc, WinRM, lfsvc

Power & performance

• High Performance power plan (forced)
• Sleep / Hibernation disabled (PC stays active)
• USB Selective Suspend disabled (instant peripheral response)
• Network Throttling removed (faster updates)
• QoS Throttling disabled (full bandwidth for all apps)

Storage

• Shadow Copies (System Restore) disabled
• Automatic TRIM enabled for SSDs
• Storage Sense configured (auto temp cleanup)

Visual

• Animations and transitions disabled
• Window transparency / blur removed
• Tooltip animations disabled
• Dark mode enabled

Reverting

Every tweak maps to a standard Windows setting or service state. To undo a service change, re-enable it:

Set-Service -Name SysMain -StartupType Automatic
Start-Service -Name SysMain

Power plan, visual effects, and Storage Sense can be restored from Settings → System.