Microsoft has just announced that it is starting to roll out the first major update for Windows 11, the current version of its operating system. The company says the update aims to make computers easier and safer to use and improve productivity.
Some excerpts detailing the new features from the Windows blog:
Windows 11 brought a sense of ease to the PC, with an intuitive design that people love. We're building on this foundation with new features to ensure the content and information you need is always at your fingertips, including updates to the Start menu, faster and more accurate search, quick settings, improved coverage of local and current events in the Widgets panel your tabs, but also in File Explorer. All of this helps Windows anticipate your needs and save you time. [
The new Windows 11 2022 update will help you be more productive. Snap layouts in Windows 11 have changed for multitasking, helping people optimize their view when they need to have multiple apps or documents in front of them at once. With the new update, we're making Snap layouts more flexible with better touch navigation and the ability to snap to multiple browser tabs in Microsoft Edge.
We also want to continue to make Windows a better place to play games.
This update will offer performance optimizations to improve latency and unlock features like Auto HDR and Variable Refresh Rate in gaming windows. And with Game Pass built right into Windows 11 through the Xbox app, gamers will be able to access hundreds of high-quality PC games.
A year ago, we redesigned the Microsoft Store on Windows to be more open and easier to use – a one-stop shop for the apps, games and TV shows you love.
Today, through our partnership with Amazon, we're expanding Amazon Appstore Preview to international markets, bringing more than 20.000 Android apps and games to Windows 11 devices that meet specific hardware requirements.
