Is OS Monterey will slow my iMac 2017

Just before I perform the update of OS, do OS Monterey will slow my iMac 2017 retina 4k, 21.5 with 8 GB RAM? Thanks

iMac 21.5″ 4K, macOS 11.6

Posted on Nov 10, 2021 7:16 PM

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Nov 10, 2021 7:27 PM in response to rami.k

macOS Monterey should not be any slower than any previous version of macOS. If you're running macOS Big Sur, most of the interface will look the same, so you'll barely notice a difference.


You can follow this guide to upgrade to macOS Monterey, but if you're using macOS Big Sur, I would wait for a later update to macOS Monterey.


Upgrade to macOS Monterey - Official Apple Support

Nov 11, 2021 3:50 AM in response to rami.k

What can slow a computer down (other than hardware issues) are unnecessary programs running in the background (like virus scanners, clean-up apps etc). In addition, having too many windows left open after finishing using apps. It is good practice before upgrading the OS to get rid of any redundant programs. If you can, do a clean install of the OS and later only install the latest version of apps essential for daily use.

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