Windows 11’s New FAQ Section: A Glimpse into Performance Optimization
Is your computer feeling sluggish, reminiscent of a leisurely dog rather than a sprightly greyhound? While a technically savvy friend might recommend a RAM upgrade or a faster storage solution, Windows 11 itself may soon offer similar guidance through a new feature currently in development.
Recently, the tech enthusiasts at Phantom of Earth explored the latest developer build of Windows 11 and uncovered an intriguing addition: a hidden FAQ section nestled within the Settings app under the About menu. Although this feature is not yet visible to the average user, it can be accessed through specific command line inputs, revealing straightforward advice on optimizing system performance.
One notable screenshot from this section addresses the question, “Is my GPU sufficient for high-end gaming and video experience?” The response suggests that users consider acquiring a discrete graphics card with more than 4GB of RAM. Furthermore, it categorizes 4-8GB of RAM as adequate only for basic tasks such as web browsing, document editing, and emailing—contextualizing the capabilities of a virtual machine with 6GB of RAM.
While Microsoft has yet to officially comment on this new FAQ feature, it’s worth noting that Windows has a history of evaluating system performance for user benefit. The Windows Experience Index, though now obsolete, once provided a performance score ranging from 1 to 6 during the Vista era. This new guidance appears to be more actionable and notably refrains from suggesting an outright purchase of a new computer—leaving that decision to Windows’ built-in advertising.
As anticipation builds, it remains uncertain whether this FAQ section will be included in the upcoming major update for Windows or if it will only surface when the system detects hardware limitations. Observers will be keen to see how Microsoft approaches this feature in the latter half of the year, particularly if it becomes visible in Windows Insider builds prior to its official rollout.