Window running slow

Question

My Windows 10 PC is running extremely slow.  Here is a key observation from my Task Manager when I open my laptop.

CPU: around 30%

Memory: Always at 96% or above

Disk: 100%

When I try to open any small program like paint, or search on the internet, it is also very slow to response. This happened after I ran the automation program to do translation in pycharm on Monday and while the program is running and I was also using it to search on the internet at the same time. Then, my laptop freeze and give me black screen. So I manage to stop my automation and close down other opened program and restart my laptop. Since then, my CPU, Memory, and Disk always run high. Restart my laptop doesn't help solving the problem.

This is the detail of my laptop:

Edition: Windows 10 Home Single Language

Version: 21H2

From what I say from your suggestion in Very Slow Performance - RAM Memory Issue - Microsoft Community method 1. I already have the Uncheck the box Maximum Memory.

Answer 1

I have the same problem too,

I have an HP Zbook G2 with 32 Gigabyte of Ram, with intel core i7 4810MQ 2.8 Gigahertz, 8 Core CPU,

It worked like a charm until two months ago, and now very very slow, some times it takes 30 minutes to start.

What looks strange is that some time it works very fast, some times not,

I have checked all the forums, they are suggesting tips to speed up the pc,

but I think that this is something else, it is the same thing that Apple made for users which have old hardwares,

they slow down the operating system, in order to force users to buy new hardware.

That strategy seems to be embraced by Microsoft.

I have no dups, this is a trick from Microsoft.

By the way, I'll use Linux, it's never too late

Answer 2

Hi Denisa,

My name is Merlina, I am an Independent Advisor and a user like yourself. I'm Sorry to know that you're having this issue. I apologize for the inconvenience. I'll do my best to help you.

I know how frustrating it is when your PC running slow. Here are some of the steps you can try to fix this issue.

Solution 1: Check for malware

>Run a full scan of your antivirus software to check for any malware or viruses that may be causing the slow performance.

Solution 2: Uninstall unnecessary programs

>Remove any programs that you no longer need or use.

To do this, go to Settings > Apps > Apps & Features and select the program you want to remove.

Solution 3: Disable startup programs

Disable any programs that start automatically when your computer boots up.

To do this, go to Task Manager > Startup and disable any programs that are not necessary.

Solution 4: Clear temporary files

>Use the Disk Cleanup tool to remove temporary files, such as those stored in your browser cache or the Downloads folder.

To do this, Type Disk Cleanup on the Windows Search bar > Disk Cleanup.

Solution 5: Disable visual effects

>Turning off certain visual effects, such as animations and transparency, can improve the performance of your PC.

To do this, go to Control Panel > System > Advanced system settings > Performance Settings.

Solution 6: Increase virtual memory

>If your PC is running low on memory, you can increase the virtual memory.

To do this, go to Control Panel > System > Advanced system settings > Performance Settings > Advanced tab > Virtual memory.

Solution 7: Update drivers

>Make sure all of your device drivers are up-to-date, especially your graphics card driver.

Solution 8: Upgrade hardware

>If your PC is still running slow after trying these steps, it may be time to upgrade your hardware, such as adding more RAM or upgrading your hard drive to an SSD.

Please also check:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/imp...

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/tip...

I hope this information will help you. Thank you