Stop destroying your SSD: 6 must-do Windows 11 tweaks

SSDs, or solid state drives, are widely used in desktops and laptops because they offer faster performance, quieter operation, and lower power consumption than traditional hard disks (HDDs). In the durability stakes, as well, an SSD wins over an HDD.

However, like all electronic components, SSDs have limited lifespans that can be affected by a range of different factors. It’s therefore smart to try to increase their lifespan. Here I lay out some key ways you can do that in Windows 11.