Troubleshoot:Are there any recent 'updates' that would slow my computer down? Error

Are there any recent 'updates' that would slow my computer down?

I had my system set up so that I'd be notified of updates then I would elect to install which ones I wanted too.
Somehow that setting was changed to automatically download and install the updates.
Within the last few weeks I've noticed that my computer has
slowed down drastically.
 
I have a Sony Vaio which I purchased Oct.
2012.
I do not keep a lot of pictures or videos on my hard drive but transfer them to an external hard drive which is not plugged into my laptop unless I'm using that external hard drive at that time so I know that
has nothing to do with the cause for my laptop to be running slow.
My operating system is Windows 7.
The version that came installed on my computer but I don't know how to check which version.
I don't know what other information you may need but can tell you
that I do not download a lot of stuff like my kids and grandkids do so my hard drive is not all clogged up with junk.
 
If you need more info about my system and can tell me how I'd find out what you need to know I'll be happy to supply that information to be able to get help with finding the reason my system is so slow now.
 
Thanks in advance for any help I can get.
 
Linda

Keys to the Problem Are there any recent 'updates' that would slow my computer down?

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Hi Linda,
 
Updates are additions to software that can help prevent or fix problems, improve how your computer works, or enhance your computing experience.
Important updates provide significant benefits, such as improved security and
reliability.
 
Which Windows operating system am I running?
Install Windows updates in Windows 7
 
I would suggest you to run the Performance troubleshooter and check if it helps.
 
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Open-the-Performance-troubleshooter
 
You may refer to the links for more information on Windows Updates and performance.
 
Optimize Windows 7 for better performance
 
Important: While performing chkdsk on the hard drive if any bad sectors are found on the hard drive when chkdsk tries to repair that sector if any data available on that might be lost.
 
Updates: frequently asked questions
 
Hope it helps.

• Download the Microsoft Windows ISO (installation device) from the following website:
  
• http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10
• Users must select the appropriate ISO, either 32 bit or 64 bit, depending upon their individual computer.
• Extract the ISO file to a separate USB device or burn the program to a compact disc.
• Run the Microsoft Windows 10 upgrade directly from the software that you have thus created.

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