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"What's New" for Win11 with 23H2

Drew - 805 Reputation points
2023-10-31T07:55:18+00:00
  1. Windows Copilot: The standout feature of this update is the introduction of Windows Copilot, a new AI assistant. It leverages the same technology used in Bing Chat and Microsoft 365 Copilot. Windows Copilot assists users by understanding complex queries, commands, and context. It can help with tasks like changing settings, launching playlists in Spotify, summarizing documents, and initiating Snap assist functions. You’ll find the Windows Copilot button on the Taskbar, which opens a sidebar for interaction^1^.
  2. New File Explorer: The update includes an improved File Explorer, making it more efficient and user-friendly.
  3. Windows Backup App: A new Windows Backup app simplifies data backup and recovery processes.
  4. Taskbar Ungrouping: You can now ungroup apps on the Taskbar for better organization.
  5. Dynamic Lighting: Enjoy dynamic lighting effects that enhance your visual experience.
  6. Presence Sensing: Windows 11 now supports presence sensing, which can enhance interactions with compatible devices.
  7. Passkeys Security Support: Enhanced security features include support for passkeys.
  8. Built-in Support for 7-Zip and RAR Compressed Files: No need for third-party tools; Windows 11 now natively handles these popular compressed file formats^2^.

Cheers,
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  1. Anonymous
    2023-11-02T02:28:30+00:00

    I just want to know one thing. Did MS remove the god-awful News from the widget sidebar? I just to see the widgets alone.

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  2. Drew - 805 Reputation points
    2023-11-01T19:38:58+00:00

    I have had 23H2 for quite a while. Well before it is now rolling out as General Availability.

    The thing I like most about it... besides all the cool (new) Features it brings to the table... is that everything does what's expected & does that well and that, following 23H2, everything is smooth-sailing & problem-free, as is, also, expected 😀👍👍

    Cheers,
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