Windows 11 File Explorer is slower than Windows 10 while consuming more RAM

But at least it's a split second faster than it was before.

Windows 11’s “fast” File Explorer is slower than ever and hogs more RAM

A new test by WindowsLatest shows that Windows 11’s preloaded File Explorer still launches slower than its Windows 10 counterpart, and uses extra RAM in the process. For many users, that upgrade just ...

Windows 11 26H1 gets big update with a lot of new features in build 28020.1362

A fresh Monday build for Windows 11 26H1 in the Canary Channel is now rolling out, offering a massive list of changes and new ...
Windows Latest

Windows 11 December 2025 update overview, everything you need to know

Windows 11’s 2025 Patch Tuesday update (KB5072033) rolls out with a full File Explorer dark mode, Settings and taskbar ...
The Verge

Microsoft is speeding up and decluttering File Explorer in Windows 11

Preloading will help File Explorer launch more quickly on less powerful hardware. Preloading will help File Explorer launch more quickly on less powerful hardware. is a senior editor and author of ...

Disk is either Full or Read only error on Windows 11

When you see "Disk is either full or read-only" error on Windows 11/10 which makes it hard to save any files on the disk, ...
Analytics Insight

How to Encrypt Your Windows PC Without BitLocker

Overview: Windows PCs can be securely encrypted without BitLocker using powerful third-party tools and built-in EFS ...

These Are My Top 5 Ride-Or-Die Apps For Windows

We're looking at the heavy hitters essential to every Windows device, which when absent, make the Windows experience ...