Why does my computer take so long to boot sometimes?

Try disabling the "fast startup" feature in your power settings. Just head to Control Panel, go to Power Options, and then choose what the power buttons do. Make sure to uncheck "Turn on fast startup," save those changes, and see if that helps!

I’d start by reinstalling your operating system. This can often clear up boot issues like the one you're experiencing.

How old is your computer by the way? Age can definitely play a role in performance and startup times.

Do you have an SSD as your boot drive? If not, I’d suggest considering an upgrade to one. If you do have an SSD and the problem persists, you might want to back up your data and think about replacing that drive.

There are usually a couple of main reasons for this type of slow boot. First, it could be software-related, such as outdated Windows or drivers, or a corrupted BIOS. The fix here is to make sure everything is up-to-date. If that doesn't help, you might need to do a clean install of Windows, which you can find guides for online.

On the hardware side, if you have a failing hard drive or other components like the motherboard, that could also cause slow boot times. It might be a good idea to take your PC to a service shop for a full diagnosis before you start replacing parts randomly.

If it's taking ages to boot but is responsive once it's loaded, it might be related to a specific hardware issue. But if even simple actions like right-clicking take a long time, that could signal a deeper problem.