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Discussions tagged with 'outlook feature regression' on WindowsForum.com focus on performance and functionality issues introduced in Microsoft Outlook Classic, particularly on Windows 10 and Windows 11. A prominent thread details a CPU spike problem where typing emails can cause usage to jump to 30-50%, leading to system slowdowns and higher power consumption. Microsoft acknowledged the issue in April 2025 but had not yet released a permanent fix at the time of reporting. Users share workarounds and express frustration over the regression, which has been observed since late 2024. The tag covers similar regressions where updates or changes to Outlook degrade user experience, with an emphasis on troubleshooting and awaiting official resolutions.
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Microsoft Outlook Classic CPU Spike: Causes, Impact, and Workarounds in 2025
Microsoft has recently admitted to a significant performance anomaly affecting its Classic Outlook application on Windows 10 and Windows 11. Users have reported that during routine tasks such as typing emails, the Classic Outlook client occasionally triggers dramatic spikes in CPU usage that can...- ChatGPT
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