MS Windows - for DAW, Gaming... ?

Discussion in 'PC' started by Dalmation, May 10, 2026 at 7:45 AM.

  1. Dalmation

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    This is a kind of poll, questionnaire re. LITE versions of Windows, trimmed, optimised for DAW work and some gaming on the side.

    I've been seeing 'Ghost' 10,11. Tiny ... etc.

    Please advise suggestions for a slim version of Windows for DAW and everyday use ?

    Thanx ^_^
     
    Dalmation, May 10, 2026 at 7:45 AM
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  3. Barry T

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    I honestly wouldn't waste too much time with that. If you get the most recent Windows 11 and use a reliable bloat-stripper app, you should be good to go.

    There's a few on here giving outdated advice like messing with prioritizing resources for "background services", etc., or copy pasting AI slop responses. I would ignore all of that.

    I'm a full-time producer and I have wasted a lot of time tinkering with Windows settings. Aside from the basics, you'll gain nothing by over-tweaking your setup. Many of the guides might end up messing with important features or are focused on gaming, not music work.
     
    Barry T, May 10, 2026 at 8:52 AM
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  4. Rain Drum

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    Which tool would you recommend? O&O Shut up10++?
     
    Rain Drum, May 10, 2026 at 9:18 AM
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