Forum Discussion

LouisianaBayou's avatar
LouisianaBayou
Iron Contributor
Nov 04, 2025

Two default Windows 11 features could be making your PC performance slow

Many Windows 11 users experience slow PC performance due to certain default features that consume system resources without clear benefit. Two common culprits are the Windows Search indexing service, which runs constantly in the background and can use significant CPU and disk activity, and the Superfetch or SysMain service, which preloads frequently used apps into memory, potentially causing delays and lag on systems with limited resources. Disabling or adjusting these features has helped some users improve their system responsiveness, especially on older or less powerful hardware. If you're noticing slow startup times, lagging applications, or overall sluggishness, these background services might be contributing to the issue. Turning them off or customizing their settings could provide a noticeable performance boost, but it’s important to weigh the impact on system functionality like search speed and app preloading before making changes.

No RepliesBe the first to reply

Resources