Some programs and apps automatically running in the background of Windows 10 and 11 machines don't actually need to be on if you don't use them.

Some programs and apps automatically running in the background of Windows 10 and 11 machines don't actually need to be on if you don't actively use them.

Sarah Jacobsson Purewal/CNET 3. Under System, check the box next to Continue running background apps when Google Chrome is closed to reactivate this feature.

Keep reading… Now, the programs shown above are just the obvious ones that you can see. But a lot of other programs — or processes — run invisibly in the background.

Too many background apps can make your phone feel slow and sluggish. On Samsung devices, you can easily manage unwanted apps to ensure optimal performance.