PC is almost completely unusable today, is this MS recent bug fix???

Bree · 12 Feb 2018

sdowney717 said:

I think I will reboot and try the reset option, otherwise I will have to download an iso and do a full install.

The windows update troubleshooter probably cannot run because windows was preparing for the restore. I'd reboot and try the Troubleshooter again before trying the reset. You'll have a lot of apps to reinstall if you go for a reset.

sdowney717 · 12 Feb 2018

ThrashZone said:

Hi,
You might fill in your system spec's and show us how you have 7-10 and linux installed.

I own 4 PC, they all run different os.

sdowney717 · 12 Feb 2018

Bree said:

The windows update troubleshooter probably cannot run because windows was preparing for the restore. I'd reboot and try the Troubleshooter again before trying the reset. You'll have a lot of apps to reinstall if you go for a reset.

I already tried to start it, I just dont care, I want it fixed definitively. I can reinstall word 2007 and chrome. Not much else is on it.

ThrashZone · 12 Feb 2018

sdowney717 said:

I own 4 PC, they all run different os.

Hi,
Okay well might just say what the computer with the problem is then :)

Bree · 12 Feb 2018

sdowney717 said:

..I can reinstall word 2007 and chrome. Not much else is on it.

Then a clean install would be the logical next step.

EdTittel · 12 Feb 2018

If you're not averse to using third-party utilities, my own repeated personal experience suggests that running the Windows Update MiniTool (WUMT) might be able to access updates when WU itself is having problems retrieving and installing them. The tool is free, works well, and is widely recommended here on TenForums. As an added bonus, I've also observed that when WUMT does break a logjam for WU, WU usually starts working normally thereafter, too. Thus, you might want to give it a try.
HTH,
--Ed--

sdowney717 · 12 Feb 2018

It must be more than an update problem. Even with older system files, the system should not simply collapse.

ThrashZone · 12 Feb 2018

Hi,
Have you looked at resource monitor for weird stuff there ?

MeAndMyComputer · 12 Feb 2018

sdowney717 said:

Malwarebytes Anti-Malware doesnt work on this version of Windows - Microsoft Community
Does it even work on 10?

--- Does this mean you are running the Windows 10 Pro Insider Preview?
--- Please run winver and let us know what version you are running.

EDIT: It appears you have an Intel CPU, whether or not it's affected by the Meltdown and/or Spectre I don't know.
----- In fact we can't tell whether or not those are involved in the issues of your computer yet.

Consider these Intel diagnostics tools
Intel® Processor Diagnostic Tool
Download IntelÂ® Processor Diagnostic Tool

Legacy Intel® Core™ Processors (I suspect you might want to check this one first)
Legacy Intel Coreâ„¢ Processors Product Specifications

Another edit: (I have use this procedure)
How to check if your pc is protected against Meltdown & Spectre
How to Check if Your PC or Phone Is Protected Against Meltdown and Spectre

sdowney717 · 12 Feb 2018

Probably have to do a fresh install, the reset, who knows how long it might take. I will let it run till the evening. The wife will have to back up any word files she has on it. Might even need to boot liveusb ubuntu, it may be too slow to even view the files.and copy them.