Why is my Windows PC running slowly?

Short answer: Check what is using resources before installing an optimizer.

Try these steps

  1. Save your work and restart the PC.
  2. Open Task Manager and look for sustained CPU, memory or disk usage. Close only apps you recognize.
  3. Review Windows Update, available storage and unnecessary startup apps. Change one thing at a time and compare.

When to ask for help

Seek help if the computer freezes repeatedly, overheats or reports drive errors.

Learn more

Learn more: read this article — Fix a slow Windows PC. Menu names and available features can vary by device, software version and account type.

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