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Why Is My Computer Running Slow? — Full Fix Guide
Step-by-step diagnosis and fix for a slow Windows PC. Works for Windows 10 and 11. No technical experience required.
10–20 minutes 94% success rate6 steps
Start Fix Guide If you recognise two or more of these symptoms, this guide is for you. Follow every step in order for best results.
Immediately disconnect your internet connection to prevent malware from spreading or sending data.
Unplug your ethernet cable or turn off WiFi. Do not reconnect until the scan is complete.
Safe Mode prevents most malware from loading, making it easier to remove.
Hold Shift and click Restart → Troubleshoot → Advanced Options → Startup Settings → Restart → Press 4 for Safe Mode.
Malwarebytes is the industry gold standard for detecting what antivirus misses.
Download from a clean device if needed, transfer via USB.
After Malwarebytes, run a full scan with your existing antivirus for complete coverage.
Run a full system scan — not just a quick scan.
Many infections install browser extensions that survive antivirus scans.
Check Chrome, Firefox, and Edge for unknown extensions.
Assume any passwords stored in your browser were compromised.
Change passwords for email, banking, and any site you use regularly. Use a different device if possible.
Your problem should now be resolved. We recommend booking a free follow-up check to make sure everything is running as expected and to prevent future issues.
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