How to correct or fix slow imac on start up or when switching user. Blue Screen will stay on for 3-5 minutes.

How do I fix a slow imac on start up and when switching user? The blue screen will stay on for 3-5 minutes.
Thanks

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Sounds like you changed some of the file and share permissions
incorrectly and then complicated things further by hoping a restart
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