Update. Did a Google on slow Windows 10 laptops. I have a Lenovo 310 Ideapad, whic is excellent. Much comes up on the web, with most saying the same thing, like get rid of start up apps, get rid of clutter on the disk, defrag disk, go into some parts of OS to enhance performance, remove AVG anti-virus using only Defender, etc. I did, making a difference with it now workable, but still a lot slower than when new. I only use the browser and OpenOffice, no games or other apps. Also it is still slower booting up even before Windows has booted, so this indicates it is not a Windows problem alone, although I am sure Windows is the prime culprit in everyday running.

Some say fit an SSD as this will make it faster. An SSD will. However the underlying problems still are there, with the SSD sort of papering over the cracks. I want the root cause eliminated.

I have little faith in Windows considering installing Linux, as being UNIX it is more stable, professional and less prone to attacks. I am thinking of an SSD and Linux, so with my fibre broadband I assume it will be lighting fast to what I have now. A new Unix OS, SSD and fibre Internet access will be like buying a new laptop.

I asked if Linux word processors are "Word compatible". I know there are many free suites available. I am any new word processor to read and edit my old files and not ruin the document format. Professional word processing software these days are give away items.

Is Linux free or do you have to buy it? It needs to be downloaded onto an USB stick or come on a USB stick.