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Windows 11 Version 24H2 updates are faster and require less CPU usage — Microsoft claims up to 45.6% faster installation times and 25% lower CPU utilization


Microsoft has streamlined the Windows Update process, saving users time and valuable CPU resources.

Microsoft is finally rolling out its long-awaited Windows 11 24H2 update, which includes a number of new AI goodies for Copilot+ PCs, like the infamous Recall feature. Lastly, the RAM needed to store these update manifests is now scalable - dynamically adjusting the amount required based on the workload. To keep things simple, Microsoft also conducted several tests using an Azure Virtual Machine to depict the impact of this update on a well-maintained system and an outdated device.

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