5 Windows 11 features that are causing your computer to run slow

Windows 11 has proven quite divisive, not least due to its allegedly poor performance. Here are some major culprits and ways ...
MUO on MSN

I found a Windows 11 log that shows exactly what's making my PC slow — and most people don't know it exists

A forgotten Windows feature that explains performance drops clearly.
BGR

Microsoft Is Finally Doing Something About Windows 11's Slow File Explorer

For years, users have been complaining about how slow and sluggish File Explorer feels on Windows 11. Now, with Windows 10 having officially reached end of support, many are finding themselves facing ...
Neowin

Microsoft admits these two Windows 11/10 features definitely slow your PC down

Microsoft has acknowledged that there are two Windows 11/10 features that do impact and slow down your PC. Back in August 2025, we compared the performance of Windows 10 22H2 with Windows 11 24H2 to ...
Neowin

These two default Windows 11 features could be making your PC performance slow0 0

The default Windows 11 system can have several settings and features that may be less than optimal in terms of performance. For those who care about Windows performance, particularly on Windows 11, we ...

Microsoft acknowledges Windows 11’s search problems, working on a fix

Windows 11's Start menu search is slow and inconsistent. Microsoft confirms fixes are coming, including a unified search ...
PCMagOpinion

Microsoft Is Finally Fixing Windows 11's Web App Problem. It's About Time

Windows 11 is full of web apps that make your PC slower and less enjoyable to use, so I'm excited about the prospect of a ...
PC World

Windows 11 users have heard Microsoft’s promises before. That’s the problem

PCWorld examines Microsoft’s latest promises to improve Windows 11’s speed, stability, and control, including reduced memory usage and more reliable updates. Windows 11 users remain skeptical due to ...