Microsoft Executive Confirms That Windows 11 Has Made “Gains On Things Like Boot Time,” Along With 8GB Memory Optimizations, But No Word On Update’s Launch
At IFA 2026, a Microsoft executive stated that Windows 11 has made gains in boot time and optimizations for 8GB RAM systems, according to Windows Latest. No specific numbers or launch date were given, leaving room for further improvements.
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