Windows isn't becoming slower. That's a misconception !
I'm a programmer and I had (and still have) Windows 10 from it's first release. I've gone through all the updates and versions and the system kept it's parameters without exceptions.
Now I've installed v 2004, It's a fresh install because lately I've done some experiments with my PC and .... you get the picture.
The system has the same speed, with a slightly noticeable "pause" when you start a program or app than the 1909.
If you're still running on HDD, please change it immediately with an SSD.
Two things I've always done, right after a fresh install or major update of Windows:
- Stopped and disabled SysMain service, or SuperFetch how it was called in early versions.
- Stopped and disabled indexing service.
As a professional, I've never understood the role of SuperFetch (SysMain), other than keeping my drive bussy all the time. And the indexing service is just lame. I mean, if I don't know to organize and label my stuff it's my problem. That's my point of view, anyway.
Right after stopping SysMain, you drive will breath again. Trust me on this one.