Windows 11 keeps up to 2GB more data in RAM, loads Widgets on demand on 8GB PCs

Microsoft says Windows 11 now keeps up to 2GB more active data in memory instead of paging to slower storage, and Widgets on 8GB PCs load only when opened, freeing over 200MB. The changes, tied to build 26300.9550, are claimed to deliver up to 20% better responsiveness.

• Up to 2GB more active data stays in RAM instead of slower storage
• On-demand Widgets free over 200MB on PCs with 8GB of memory
• Claimed responsiveness gains up to 20% in Start, Search, Explorer and Edge
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