Microsoft’s latest Windows 10 update, KB5028166, is causing widespread network disruptions and performance glitches for enterprise users and gamers. Some have even considered shifting to Linux, despite the potential challenges in software compatibility for their work apps. Users face performance issues even after attempts to restore speed by clearing caches, running system scans, and rebooting their devices. The update has generally slowed down systems, leading to a surge in user frustration. Even popular games, such as Cyberpunk, that previously ran smoothly are now fraught with annoying loading pauses and disappearing icons, which negatively affects the gaming experience.
Users report that their games and apps have become noticeably laggy since the KB5028166 installation. Webpages are often delayed or display a ‘page not responding’ message,” a user reported. “The latest update has slowed my PC to a crawl, with Chrome and other apps taking minutes to open. Several users reported their games and apps becoming laggy after the update. KB5028166 is slowing down PCs, gamesīeyond the enterprise world, gamers have also been hit by Windows 10’s July 2023 update. However, most reports have emerged from Windows 10 users, as it’s more prevalent among enterprise users. Similar issues have been observed on the Windows 11 July 2023 update.
