Performance
The latest Performance coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Optimize Windows 11 in Minutes: 5 Tweaks for Boot Speed, Privacy & Performance
Windows 11 brings a sleek interface and new features, but optimizing it can significantly enhance your productivity and system performance. Whether you're a power user or a casual one, these five...
Secured-core server, Azure Arc, SMB over QUIC: Windows Server 2022 Standard delivers
Windows Server 2022 Standard represents Microsoft's latest evolution in enterprise-grade server operating systems, combining enhanced security, hybrid cloud capabilities, and performance...
Windows 11 vs Linux: Intel Arc Battlemage GPU Performance Battle Unveiled
Introduction The emerging competition between operating systems for graphics performance is heating up with Intel's Arc B-Series "Battlemage" GPUs at the center stage. Specifically, the mid-range...
Fix Windows 11 audio by updating drivers via Windows Update, Device Manager, or your manufacturer's site
Introduction Windows 11 offers a sleek interface and enhanced performance, but users may occasionally encounter audio issues that disrupt their experience. These problems can range from no sound...
Herk Orion Mini PC Review: Unleashing Ryzen 9 Performance on Windows 11 and Linux Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Introduction Mini PCs are increasingly popular, offering a perfect blend of portability and strong performance within compact designs. Among the noteworthy contenders is the Herk Orion Mini PC,...
Windows 11 KB5040435 Cumulative Update: Performance Boosts, Security Fixes & Installation Guide
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 cumulative update KB5040435 delivers critical security patches and performance improvements for users running version 22H2. This mandatory update addresses 23...
KB5040442 for Windows 11 fixed security flaws but initially caused BitLocker prompts and install errors.
On July 9, 2024, Microsoft released the KB5040442 update for Windows 11, targeting OS Builds 22621.3880 and 22631.3880. This cumulative update aimed to bolster system performance and address security...
OpenMandriva ROME 24.12 rolls out KDE Plasma 6 and gaming boosts
Introduction In the evolving landscape of operating systems, OpenMandriva ROME 24.12 emerges as a compelling Linux distribution, offering a viable alternative to Microsoft's Windows 11. This release...
Microsoft's December Update KB5048667 Backports DirectStorage to Windows 10, Fixes 45 Flaws
Microsoft has released the December 2024 cumulative update KB5048667, bringing significant enhancements to both Windows 10 and Windows 11. This update focuses on security, performance, and new...
KB5048685: Install Windows 11’s Final 2024 Security Update Now
Microsoft has released KB5048685 as the final security-focused Windows 11 update for 2024, delivering critical patches and performance improvements before year-end. This mandatory cumulative update...
Ubisoft Games & Windows 11 24H2: Performance Fixes & Lessons Learned
For Windows Insiders and gamers eagerly testing the cutting edge of Microsoft's platform, the recent turbulence between Ubisoft titles and Windows 11’s 24H2 update became impossible to...
Microsoft Edge's WebUI 2.0 Update: Faster Performance and Improved UX
Microsoft has rolled out its WebUI 2.0 update for Edge, bringing significant performance improvements and a refined user experience to Windows 11 users. This major browser overhaul leverages modern...