Windows 11’s latest update appears to have largely resolved a persistent bug causing SSD slowdown for many users. According to reports, the August cumulative update for Windows 11 has brought improvements to SSD performance, effectively fixing the issue for some users.
The SSD slowdown bug initially emerged in March 2023 and has persisted through subsequent Windows 11 updates, prompting complaints from affected users. However, recent reports suggest that the SSD performance problems have been alleviated for many users after installing the August cumulative update.
Windows Latest observed improved SSD performance with the optional preview update for Windows 11 in July, which has now been rolled out as the full cumulative update for August. Readers of the tech site have reported that their SSD-related issues have been resolved after installing the latest update.
While many users seem to have benefitted from the fix, there are still reports of slower SSD speeds from some individuals. These mixed outcomes highlight the complexity of addressing system-wide bugs and the need for thorough testing and quality assurance before rolling out software updates. Some users have also expressed frustration over the lack of acknowledgment from Microsoft regarding the existence of the issue.
