microsoft edge runtime

Discussions about the Microsoft Edge runtime on WindowsForum.com focus on its integration into Windows 11, particularly through the Copilot update. Users report that the new Copilot uses a web-based approach bundled with its own Edge runtime, leading to increased RAM usage compared to the previous native WinUI version. This architectural shift sparks debate about the trade-off between faster interaction and higher memory consumption, as well as broader questions about the direction of Windows apps and the meaning of native software when browser components are embedded. The tag covers performance impacts, resource usage, and the implications of Microsoft embedding Edge runtime into system features.