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Windows 11 will soon be able to explain why your PC needs more RAM and a better GPU


Microsoft is testing a new section in Windows 11's Settings app to help users better understand how PC specs affect performance.

The latest Windows 11 preview builds that Microsoft released this week include an improved "About" section in the Settings app where users can get more information about the hardware inside their computers. In addition to "spec cards," Microsoft is working on a dedicated FAQ section to help users better understand how their components affect performance. While Microsoft's answers about RAM and GPU are pretty spot-on, the question about the latest Windows version is a bit odd.

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