performance improvements

The first public glimpse of Visual Studio 2026 arrived in the Insiders Channel this week, and what Microsoft is shipping in this early build is a clear signal: the IDE is entering a new phase where AI is embedded across the developer workflow while the platform pushes forward with performance...

Visual Studio 2026’s first Insiders build lands as a clear statement: Microsoft intends to make AI the connective tissue of the IDE while simultaneously modernizing Visual Studio’s foundation for the .NET 10 era. At VSLive! San Diego Microsoft unveiled Visual Studio 2026 (internal version 18.0)...

Microsoft’s new handheld-first layer for Windows 11 — the full‑screen, Xbox‑centric “home app” experience shown on the ROG Xbox Ally family at Gamescom — is the clearest signal yet that Redmond intends to stop treating handheld gaming as an afterthought and start treating it as a first-class...

Microsoft’s Xbox app is shedding a major limitation for Arm-powered Windows PCs: Insiders can now download and run selected ARM64-compatible games locally, moving Windows on Arm from “cloud-only” convenience closer to legitimate local gaming capability for the first time in years. Background...

Intel’s latest GPU driver release, version 32.0.101.6987 (WHQL-certified), marks a pivotal moment for users of Windows 11 24H2—ushering in a notable leap in both performance and system control for Arc and select integrated GPUs. From real-world boosts of up to 5% FPU to a granular new “Shared...

Microsoft's June 10, 2025, cumulative update, KB5060999, for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2, introduces a series of security enhancements and quality improvements aimed at bolstering system stability and performance. Key Highlights Security Enhancements: This update addresses multiple...

Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5733 (KB5062673) to the Dev Channel, introducing several enhancements aimed at improving user experience and system functionality. File Explorer Enhancements For users signed in with a work or school account (Entra ID), File...

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27913 to the Canary Channel, introducing a series of refinements aimed at enhancing user experience and system stability. This update focuses on subtle yet impactful changes, addressing various issues reported by users and improving the...

Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 24H2 update marks a significant turning point for PC gamers and power users, resolving one of the most disruptive system bugs in recent memory while simultaneously unlocking a richer, more compatible operating system for gaming rigs worldwide. After nearly a year...

Microsoft has officially launched the Windows 11 24H2 update, which the company claims to be the most reliable version of its operating system to date. This release introduces a suite of new features and improvements aimed at enhancing user experience, system stability, and security for both...

Microsoft's latest iteration of its operating system, Windows 11 version 24H2, has been heralded by the company as "the most reliable Windows yet." This assertion is underpinned by internal telemetry data indicating a 24% reduction in unexpected restarts compared to Windows 10 version 22H2...

The rollout of Windows 11 24H2 represented another ambitious leap for Microsoft in its ongoing effort to refine the modern Windows experience. However, as the July 2025 wave of updates began propagating across user devices, an unexpected chorus of complaints surfaced. Reports of installation...

Microsoft has released the KB5062663 update for Windows 11, bringing OS builds 22621.5699 and 22631.5699 to users. This preview update focuses on addressing non-security issues, enhancing system stability, and improving user experience. Key Improvements and Fixes Country and Operator Settings...

Here is a summary of the KB5062660 Windows 11 update, based on official Microsoft changelogs and user reports: What was fixed regarding Windows Firewall? Issue: Users were getting repeated warnings and errors in the Event Viewer flagged as Event 2042 — "Config Read Failed" with the message...

The latest update to Windows 11 marks a pivotal leap in Microsoft’s ongoing drive to infuse artificial intelligence deep into the fabric of its operating system, and for users and IT professionals alike, this July refresh signals much more than a routine patch cycle. With an emphasis on both...

Windows 11’s reputation has been a mixed bag among both everyday users and IT professionals since its release. While Microsoft promoted the new operating system as a modern, secure, and visually appealing successor to Windows 10, many users have cited concerns related to performance...

With the Windows 11 25H2 update on the horizon, Microsoft stands at a pivotal moment—one shaped by the echoes of persistent performance complaints and a rapidly shifting hardware landscape. User frustrations date back to the October 2021 launch, as chronic slowdowns, gaming hitches, and...

The Files app, a prominent third-party file manager for Windows, has recently introduced a significant enhancement: the Omnibar feature. This innovative addition merges the breadcrumb navigation and search functionalities into a unified interface, streamlining file management tasks. Omnibar: A...

Intel's forthcoming Arrow Lake Refresh processors have become a focal point of industry speculation, with recent leaks suggesting that the anticipated upgrades may be less substantial than previously hoped. Initial expectations centered on enhancements such as increased clock speeds and the...

Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4741 to the Beta Channel, introducing a suite of enhancements aimed at improving user experience and system functionality. This update brings notable features such as the "describe image" action in Click to Do, expanded...