Depending on your current version of Windows, you’ll receive KB4559309, KB4541301, or KB4541302. The difference between a normal cumulative update and Edge update is that the latter is an automatic update and it will be forced on your system. According to PC user reports, Windows 10 KB4559309 (Edge update) specifically could make some Windows 10 PCs noticeably slow.

Windows 11/10 slow after Update

If you’re faced with this Windows slow after update issue, you can try our recommended solutions in the order presented below to resolve the issue. Let’s take a look at the description of the process involved concerning each of the listed solutions.

1] Uninstall recently installed Update and hide the problematic Update

This solution requires you to uninstall the problematic update and then block the update from Windows Update to prevent the bits from re-downloading and re-installing on your device. You may be unable to uninstall the KB4559309 update and your attempts will fail with the error message below. In which case, proceed with the next solution.

2] Perform System Restore and block the Edge update

To resolve the issue, this solution entails that you perform a System Restore and then block the Edge update using the Edge Blocker Toolkit or block Edge from automatically installing on your Windows 10 computer via a registry hack. Having blocked the Edge Update, you can manually download and install Edge on your Windows 10 device.

3] Reset Windows 11/10

This solution simply requires you to perform a Fresh Start, In-place upgrade repair to reset every Windows component. Also, if you’re running Windows 11/10 version has this option, you can try Cloud Reset.

4] Update firmware and BIOS

At this point, if you’re still experiencing the issue after you have been able to install the new Edge on your Windows device, then you can try updating the BIOS and firmware on your system. Any of these solutions should work for you!