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Discussions about this pc search reliability on WindowsForum.com focus on the performance and consistency of File Explorer's search feature when scoped to 'This PC' across multiple drives. A key thread highlights the KB5079473 cumulative update for Windows 11 from March 2026, which aimed to improve search reliability by reducing delays and incomplete results. Users share experiences with search feeling slow or stuck when scanning all drives, and the update is noted for quietly addressing these frustrations. The tag covers real-world troubleshooting and update impacts on search behavior.
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    KB5079473 Windows 11 March 2026 Improves File Explorer Search Across This PC

    Microsoft’s March 2026 cumulative update for Windows 11 — KB5079473 — quietly nudged File Explorer’s search pipeline toward being less frustrating for people who habitually search across multiple drives or use the “This PC” scope, and the change matters more than it sounds. Background / Overview...
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