Windows 11 still comes with the old Task Manager, but it’s hidden
The old Task Manager is still a part of Windows 11 but doesn't launch when you press the Ctrl + Shift + Esc key shortcut. Instead, you must access the app from the SysWOW64 folder.
Microsoft details DirectSR “Super Resolution”, coming to Windows 11
One of the main features in Windows 11 24H2 is the inclusion of the "Super Resolution" toggle, which is based on DirectSR, directly accessible via Settings. Microsoft shared interesting details about how DirectSR enables game developers to use GPU or NPU to upscale gameplay during the Game Developers Conference event.
Microsoft to finalize Windows 11 24H2 RTM candidate in the coming days
It looks like Windows 11 24H2 could reach the RTM (Release to Manufacturing) phase in a couple of weeks. This means that Microsoft will start providing the update to PC manufacturers, enabling OEMs such as Samsung, Lenovo, or HP to test the Windows 11 24H2 base build on their current and upcoming PCs.
Microsoft will let you manage Linux distros on Windows 11 through GUI
Microsoft explored the idea of using the Dev Home to manage all the installed Linux distributions. It contains a mockup of integrating the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) in the Dev Home app.
Windows 11 gets March 2024 drivers from Intel, AMD and Nvidia
March 2024 driver updates are now available for Windows 11 or 10 from Intel, AMD, and Nvidia. These updates are designed to fix bugs and help some games run better on...
Microsoft: Industry considers Windows on ARM as the future of computing
Microsoft is banking on Windows on ARM to be the next big thing and previously launched the Arm Advisory Service for developers in 2023. Now, it's expanding support to developers worldwide to assist them in building apps and devices for ARM.
Windows 11 lock screen gets MSN Weather, Sports, Money integration
Microsoft has announced that it will introduce MSN-powered widgets for Weather, Sports, and Money to the lock screen of Windows 11, similar to the ones that were first added in Windows 10. These widgets will be located at the bottom of the lock screen, while the clock and time will be positioned at the top.
Notepad gets spellcheck and autocorrect in Windows 11
Windows 11 Insiders in the Canary and Dev channel will receive an update via the Microsoft Store for Notepad version 11.2402.18.0. After installing the update, the spellcheck feature will become available.
Microsoft force-upgrades Mail app to Windows 11’s new Outlook web app
Microsoft has started rolling out a new update in early March, which compels users to switch to the new Outlook app as soon as possible. The update automatically upgrades the Windows 10-era "Mail and Calendar" apps to the new Outlook.
Windows 11 24H2 moves more Control Panel features to Settings
Microsoft's migration of Control Panel features to the Settings app is far from completion. In the new Windows 11 24H2 Insider build, more advanced options appear in the Power & battery section. You can now change 'Lid, power, and sleep button controls'.