Laptop slow performance

4.5

The laptop takes a long time to boot, open apps, or respond to commands.

Symptoms
  • Laggy UI
  • Slow app loading
  • High disk usage
Possible Causes
  • Too many startup apps
  • Low RAM
  • Mechanical HDD

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Disable Startup Programs

Use Task Manager > Startup to turn off unnecessary apps.

2

Check for Malware

Run a full system scan with a reputable antivirus.

3

Upgrade to SSD

Replacing an old HDD with an SSD is the best performance boost.

When to See a Technician

If your disk usage is constantly at 100%, your hard drive is likely the bottleneck.

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