Windows 10: Why is my Windows lagging and freezing so often?

Discus and support Why is my Windows lagging and freezing so often? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; The first issue I ran into was that I have two Steam games, from different creators and I can't get either to run. It will launch in the Steam app but... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by shlmoore43, Jun 26, 2024.

  1. SHLMOORE43
    shlmoore43 Win User

    Why is my Windows lagging and freezing so often?


    The first issue I ran into was that I have two Steam games, from different creators and I can't get either to run. It will launch in the Steam app but then nothing happen. While this may not be a Windows issue, when I try to use the task manager the games don't show up there, which I feel is odd because Steam will say that they are still on. When I try some troubleshooting I found on the internet, they say that I should try to End the Java tasks to resolve this, but nothing from Java is running for me to close. I don't even know if I am supposed to have Java on my PC? Next, when trying to trou

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    shlmoore43, Jun 26, 2024
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  2. JOSE EST
    Jose Est Win User

    Random lag spikes

    Hi,

    We would like to know more about your lag issue:

    • What browser are you using when you experience a lag?
    • Does the lag occur in a particular game?

    In the meantime, we suggest you run the System Maintenance troubleshooter. Here are the steps:

    • Press Windows Key + X.
    • Click on Control Panel.
    • Select Troubleshooting.
    • On the left pane, click on View All.
    • Click on System Maintenance to run the troubleshooter.

    Looking forward to your response.
     
    Jose Est, Jun 26, 2024
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  3. EASY RHINO
    Easy Rhino Win User
    all games crash!

    ive watch my temps and both the cpu and gpu are within normal ranges. when it freezes it simply freezes the image and stops the sound. i must reboot to get back to windows.
     
    Easy Rhino, Jun 26, 2024
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  4. MAYRA AQU
    Mayra Aqu Win User

    Why is my Windows lagging and freezing so often?

    Windows 10 Computer Randomly Freezes

    Hi,

    Listed below are some possibilities why the computer keeps on freezing:

    • Outdated drivers.
    • Virus and malware.
    • Corrupted system files.

    We suggest performing the steps on this article that can help resolve the issue.

    Get back to us if you have other concerns.
     
    Mayra Aqu, Jun 26, 2024
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