Microsoft wants your feedback on Windows 11, especially if you notice "slow or sluggish" performance.
A new beta version of Windows 11 was released on August 1, giving users the chance to test upcoming features and share their experiences. This early feedback helps Microsoft identify and resolve bugs before the updates roll out to everyone.
“Windows Insiders are encouraged to provide feedback when experiencing PC issues related to slow or sluggish performance, allowing Feedback Hub to automatically collect these logs, which will help us root cause issues faster,” stated Microsoft.
Since Windows 11 first arrived in October 2021, there have been several complaints about its overall performance. Some PC owners have complained that it feels slower than Windows 10, despite being released almost six years later.
Microsoft 365 is a subscription service that unlocks access to popular applications, like MIcrosoft Word, Excel PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and more. It's available for home and enterprise users, with cloud storage via OneDrive included in the bundles | MICROSOFT PRESS OFFICEIt comes at a critical time for Windows 11, with millions turning to the operating system. Millions are also in the process of updating their devices to Windows 11 after Microsoft announced the end of support for Windows 10.
If you missed the memo, starting from October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer issue free software updates to fix vulnerabilities, bugs, and critical glitches in the desktop operating system.
Without these, Microsoft warns that anyone who continues to use Windows 10 will be left "at greater risk for viruses and malware". Once a flaw in the operating system has been uncovered, hackers can continue to exploit the vulnerability in millions of PCs with no fear that Microsoft will issue a fix.
Beyond security concerns, compatibility issues will mount. Microsoft recently extended support for its own 365 apps, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, after support for this software was due to end in late 2025.
If you're concerned about the switch to Windows 10 — especially around the performance of the desktop operating system, it could be worth testing the next version of Windows 11 and offering feedback to Microsoft.
By registering for WIndows 11, you can test new updates and submit feedback before its pushed out to the mass public
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To submit your feedback on Windows 11, you'll first need to enrol as a Windows Insider if you haven't already. Windows Insiders get early access to new Windows features and updates, allowing users to test and provide feedback on pre-release builds.
- Go to the Windows website
- Click Register and sign in with your Microsoft account
- Follow the onscreen instructions and accept the terms and conditions
Once you've become an insider, you can then enrol in Windows Dev Channel, which is where you can submit feedback on Windows 11 features and updates.
- Link your Microsoft account to your PC by opening your settings and selecting Accounts > Your Info. If it displays Local Account, click Sign In With A Microsoft Account instead and login
- Next, open your Windows Insider Settings. If you're already updated to Windows 11, click Settings > Windows Update > Windows Insider Program. If you're still on Windows 10, click Settings > Update & Security > Windows Insider Program. Then click Get Started
- Click the link to an account and choose which Microsoft account you wish to link
- Review your Settings, and when prompted to choose a channel, select Dev Channel
- Confirm your selection and the terms and conditions
- Then restart your PC, and you'll be officially enrolled to test out the features and submit your feedback
The feedback given to Microsoft now could lead to a mass update to the overall Windows 11 performance by the end of this year.
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