Why is my laptop so slow?
Quick answer: The usual causes are too many startup apps, low storage, pending updates, or one program using most of the memory or processor.
The usual causes are too many startup apps, low storage, pending updates, or one program using most of the memory or processor.
- Restart the laptop and install pending updates.
- Disable nonessential startup apps.
- Check Task Manager or Activity Monitor for a program using unusual resources.
- Keep a comfortable amount of storage free before buying upgrades.
Good to know: Back up important files before removing software or changing hardware.
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