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Microsoft rolls out Accelerated App Launch to speed up Edge on Windows 11

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Microsoft has introduced a new Windows 11 performance feature called Accelerated App Launch, designed to reduce process overhead and speed up reopening times for applications. The capability arrived via the October 28 optional cumulative update KB5127936 for Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 26H2, with broader availability planned for the November Patch Tuesday release. [1][2]

Microsoft Edge is the initial application to adopt the technology. According to Microsoft, the feature can boost Edge launch speeds by up to 33% during heavy multitasking, while typical users should see around a 15% improvement. Support also extends to Windows 11 26H1, with additional applications expected to adopt the optimization later. [1]

The update accompanies several broader system refinements heading to Windows 11. These additions include reorganized privacy permissions for cameras, microphones, and location tracking, an Adaptive Hibernate tool to conserve laptop battery life, and expanded customization settings for the Windows Magnifier utility. [2]

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Microsoft is fine-tuning Windows 11. Here’s what’s coming in November

Microsoft is working on and testing several Windows 11 changes that will be introduced as part of the November Patch Tuesday update. One of the new features is Accelerated App Launch, a performance feature that’s designed to make the Edge browser launch faster. According to Microsoft, the improvement is especially noticeable when the computer is handling several demanding tasks simultaneously. Windows privacy settings are also being revamped.

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Microsoft’s New Windows 11 Accelerated App Launch Feature Makes Edge Open Up To 33% Faster, With More Apps To Follow

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 optimization eliminates unnecessary process overhead when reopening applications, promising faster launches, particularly under heavy multitasking Microsoft has introduced a new Windows 11 performance optimization called Accelerated App Launch, which can improve Microsoft Edge launch speeds by up to 33% under heavy multitasking, with the company reporting a more typical 15% improvement for most users.

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