Digital Trends
Windows 11 users can finally rejoice with some encouraging news regarding updates. Microsoft recently announced in a blog post that the servicing stack for the 24H2 update is designed to install up to 45.6% faster compared to earlier versions of Windows. This upcoming update is also set to consume fewer system resources and will result in quicker restart times.
Microsoft’s testing demonstrated impressive improvements across various scenarios. For PCs that had been consistently updated, installation time improved by 45.6%, restart time decreased by 39.7%, and CPU usage dropped by 15.3%. In contrast, for systems that hadn’t received updates in 18 months, installation was 43.6% faster, restart time was reduced by 33.5%, and CPU usage fell by 25%.
Microsoft attributes these enhancements to several new techniques, such as parallel processing, which enables computers to manage multiple aspects of the update at the same time. Another key innovation is smart caching, which retains already processed information, eliminating the need for repeated tasks. This optimization significantly accelerates updates that previously seemed to take forever.
Furthermore, the Windows 11 update will utilize RAM (random access memory) more effectively by assessing if your computer has sufficient RAM and adjusting the update process to minimize potential slowdowns. Microsoft summarized the benefits, noting that the latest Windows release utilizes 15.3-25% less CPU time during monthly security updates. The installation and restart processes are both notably faster, resulting in a significant reduction in offline time.
In addition to these updates, Microsoft has revamped the organization of both system and non-system apps within the Unified Update Platform (UUP). As a result, more substantial feature updates for the Edge browser will now require 200MB less storage space.
