Why do Windows based PCs and Laptops appear to ‘degrade’ over time, appearing to run slower than when first purchased even after fresh Windows installations?

Question

Lots of variables I accept 《edited to remove personal view》

After say, five years, their performance is noticeably slower than it was when they were new, and the question is not in reference to increased graphical demands from games. The question is referring to day to day operations, web browsing and so on. Moving parts are limited, could they be the cause?

Thanks in advance

In: Technology

Answer 1

It happens with pretty much every tech, for a variety of reasons. Over time, bloat in software increases and everything else tends to get faster so things that stay the same speed seem relatively slower.

I’ve got to say though, any decent PC from the last 10 years should still feel pretty good.

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If all else fails, ditch windows and install linux.