Windows 11 still isn’t as snappy as many would like, and that’s one reason a large chunk of Windows users continue to cling to Windows 10. The extra RAM usage, longer boot times, and slower responsiveness have led to mounting frustration in some corners of the community. Now, Microsoft is publicly acknowledging these concerns and actively seeking user cooperation to help fix them—via diagnostic logs collected through the Feedback Hub.
In a recent blog post targeting Windows Insiders, Microsoft reaffirmed that improving Windows 11 performance is a high priority. But the company also made it clear that users must play a part. Specifically, Microsoft is asking users to send feedback categorized under “System Sluggishness”, which enables the operating system to package and upload relevant logs that can help the company identify problem areas.
These logs are only sent once users submit feedback—they aren’t uploaded automatically in the background. Until then, they’re stored locally on your machine in the Whesvc folder inside %systemRoot%\Temp\DiagOutputDir. According to Microsoft, these logs capture system behavior during slowdowns and are invaluable for engineers trying to recreate or understand the cause of performance drops across a wide variety of hardware.
While this kind of data collection might raise eyebrows, it’s not an unusual request. Most major tech firms rely on user-submitted diagnostics to improve the performance of apps and operating systems. That said, concerns around privacy and data misuse remain valid for many, especially when it involves voluntarily sending performance logs to one of the world’s largest software companies.
Still, for those willing to participate, this is a clear opportunity to help shape the future of Windows 11. As Microsoft looks to eliminate performance pain points and refine its OS for millions of users, direct feedback—especially when supported by diagnostic data—could lead to meaningful changes in upcoming builds. Whether you’re frustrated by system lag or just want to help improve the experience for others, the Feedback Hub is now a central tool in Microsoft’s performance fix initiative.