How to Fix Windows Modules Installer Worker High CPU Usage

Is Windows Modules Installer Worker causing high CPU usage on your PC? This can slow down your system significantly. In this video, we explain why this happens and guide you through the steps to fix it, so you can restore your computer's performance. Windows Modules Installer Worker (TiWorker.exe) is a Windows process responsible for installing updates and managing system modifications. However, it can sometimes cause high CPU usage, slowing down your system. Here’s how to address this: 1. Wait for the Process to Finish The process usually spikes during Windows updates and may take some time to complete. If it’s not affecting your work, waiting can resolve the issue. 2. Manually Check for Updates Sometimes, the Windows Modules Installer Worker runs indefinitely if there’s an update problem. Manually checking for updates can help: Go to Settings > Windows Update. Click Check for updates and install any pending updates. 3. Disable Automatic Updates To prevent TiWorker.exe from constantly running in the background, you can disable automatic updates: Press Win + R, type services.msc, and hit Enter. Locate Windows Update, right-click, and select Properties. Set the Startup type to Manual, then click Stop to halt the service.