Windows 10: Windows 10 after October Update too slow to do anything - help!

Hello,


Since Sunday, my PC has been unusably slow. After about 5 minutes where I can still click on stuff and it reacts just very slow, the system comes to a complete halt. I can still move the mouse, but whenever I mouse-over anything, everything freezes for 2 minutes.


Since I've noticed the sudden slowness, I've

- deactivated all but Microsoft Autostart programs

- changed startup settings to optimal performance

- uninstalled my antivirus program

- checked the task manager to see that hard drive was always at 100%


I have called Microsoft support and after being hung up on by the first responder right after he told me to "just turn it off and on again", the next responder told me to reset it. So I did. First try, never (after 2 hours) got past the part on the Desktio. Second try has been going on for 18 hours now and is stuck at 1%.


Can I cancel this? What else could I try? I depend on my files for work and have a deadline coming up October 27th. If nothing else helps, does Microsoft pay for data retrieval services?

I don't have all the stats about my PC (and can't look them up). It's a 6 year old, back then fairly good gaming pc, which originally had Windows 7 installed. I've updated to Windows 10 something like 2-3 years ago and last years October Update fried my wireless network adapter, but besides that never had an issue with Windows Update.

I'd also like to clarify that my pc's age has not been an issue at all on Saturday. I could play games and do everything normal.


Thank you for your answers, I'm desperately looking for help!

:)

 

Windows 10 slow after the anniversary update was fine before the update

Hi Santi,

Our latest update was released on
October 11, 2016 (KB3194798 (OS Build 14393.321).

Furthermore, to resolve your concern about slow performance, we suggest that you follow the steps provided by
Joy Kemprai.

Let us know how it goes.

 

Updates slowing computer performance

Hi,

Listed below are possible causes why Windows is running slow:

• Too many application installed.
• Virus and malware.
• Corrupted system files.
• Outdated drivers.

For us to assist you with the concern, we suggest following the steps on this
article.

Update us with the outcome so we can provide further assistance.

 

Windows 10 on Asus Slow

Hi Danny,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community and being a part of Windows 10.

I understand the inconvenience you are facing in accessing the operating system as it is slow after upgrading to Windows 10. Do not worry we will help you with this issue.

Provide us additional information to assist you better with this issue:

• What is the make and model of your device?
• When exactly does the system slow performance issue persists?
• Does the issue confined while performing any specific task on Windows 10?
• Have you installed all the pending Windows Updates and driver updates after upgrading to Windows 10?

I suggest you to try the below troubleshooting steps and check it if helps.

Step 1: Run the System maintenance troubleshooter.

System Maintenance troubleshooter finds and clean up unused files and shortcuts and performs maintenance tasks.

• Press Windows key and type Troubleshooting.
• Select Troubleshooting and hit Enter.
• Click on View all in the left pane of the window.
• Select System Maintenance.
• Click Next and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.

Step 2: I suggest you to install all the pending updates after upgrade to Windows 10.

Steps:

• Connect to the internet.
• Press Windows key and type
  updates.
• Click on Check for updates.
• Under Windows Updates, click on
  Check for updates.
• Try to install the updates being shown.

Hope it helps. Get back to us with the required information and updated status of this issue for further assistance.