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Windows Fast Startup Feature Faces Criticism Despite Performance Claims

Microsoft’s Fast Startup feature promises quicker boot times but reportedly creates system instability and data risks. Users are disabling the recommended feature despite performance benefits due to persistent technical issues.

Windows Feature Draws Criticism Despite Performance Benefits

Microsoft’s Fast Startup feature, which carries the company’s “Recommended” designation in power settings, is facing user backlash despite delivering faster boot times, according to technical reports. The feature, designed to reduce startup duration, reportedly creates more problems than it solves through its unconventional shutdown approach.

by Natalie Brooks
PrivacySecurity

Microsoft Recall’s Data Capture Raises Security Concerns Despite Protections

Microsoft’s Recall feature for Windows 11 captures continuous screenshots for AI-powered search functionality. Security tests reveal the system’s content filtering fails to adequately protect passwords and financial data, according to reports.

Windows Recall Feature Stores Sensitive Data Despite Protections

Microsoft’s controversial Recall feature for Windows 11, which captures continuous screenshots for AI-powered search functionality, reportedly stores confidential information including passwords and financial data despite built-in security measures, according to recent analysis. The feature, reintroduced in current Windows 11 24H2 versions after initial withdrawal due to security concerns, creates what sources describe as a comprehensive record of user activity through regular screen captures.

by Natalie Brooks
ComputingSoftware

Windows 11 Dark Mode Enhancements Marred by PowerToys Glitch and Interface Changes

Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 preview build brings significant dark mode improvements to File Explorer but introduces problematic automatic theme switching through PowerToys. The software giant is reportedly preparing fixes for the unintended behavior while continuing to refine its dark mode implementation across the operating system.

Dark Mode Expansion in Windows 11

Microsoft is advancing its Windows 11 dark mode implementation with broader coverage across File Explorer elements, according to reports from the latest Dev channel preview. Sources indicate the update (build 26220.6972) now applies dark mode to folder option panels containing General, View, and Search tabs, creating a more consistent visual experience throughout the interface.

by Natalie Brooks