A computer that starts to slow down can be overloaded with temporary data or programs using up its memory. Freezing can also be caused by malware or errors on your hard disk.
How do you repair a computer that freezes or run slowly?
- Close some programs. Reduce the number of programs running in the background. Disable some browser extensions. Turn off unnecessary animations. Check your antivirus schedule. Run a virus scan. Update your device drivers. Uninstall unnecessary programs. Clear temporary files.
- Switch to ChromeOS.
How do you find out what is slowing down my PC?
Windows has a built-in diagnostics tool called Performance Monitor. It can review your computer's activity in real time or through your log file. You can use its reporting feature to determine what's causing your PC to slow down. To access Resource and Performance Monitor, open Run and type PERFMON.2 Jul 2019
Why is my PC all of a sudden slow?
A slow computer is often caused by too many programs running simultaneously, taking up processing power and reducing the PC's performance. Some programs will continue running in the background even after you have closed them or will start automatically when you boot up your computer.13 Jun 2019