Windows 11 General Discussion

[lightning70]

Mussels was trying to be nice. This is a thread about general discussion of Windows 11. It's not a trash talking thread, which is kinda what you were doing. This is not the place for that.

If you're using it and having a problem you want help solving or thinking about using it and want some insights, tips and tricks for running it well, this is your place.

It's not silly for me to talk. There have been many people around me who have had problems with Windows 11. I did not say that it should not be used, but I said that it should be developed more.

 

[PLAfiller]

I noticed on the latest update (can't quote the version now), that I have this tiny warning on the right bottom of the screen, that my system is not supported. I run Win 11 since launch day and this wasn't there for up until now, so it must be something new. It runs flawless though, very fast very snappy, wayyy better than Win10 on my system. Haven't had a BSOD so far, as far as I remember. The only thing that is not supported is the CPU, I have TPM, Asus released a BIOS for my MB for Win11, GPT on the HDD, everything is fine and dandy apart from the CPU.

 

[lightning70]

I noticed on the latest update (can't quote the version now), that I have this tiny warning on the right bottom of the screen, that my system is not supported. I run Win 11 since launch day and this wasn't there for up until now, so it must be something new. It runs flawless though, very fast very snappy, wayyy better than Win10 on my system. Haven't had a BSOD so far, as far as I remember. The only thing that is not supported is the CPU, I have TPM, Asus released a BIOS for my MB for Win11, GPT on the HDD, everything is fine and dandy apart from the CPU.

With Windows 11, my computer hasn't had any issues so far, except for a few cases. I didn't get a blue screen, I didn't get it at 10 anyway. The situation I'm talking about is old computers and systems with low RAM. I've had friends with low FPS when they loaded 11 in a few games. It got fixed after upgrading to Windows 10. The problem may also be software.

 

[Space Lynx]

I noticed on the latest update (can't quote the version now), that I have this tiny warning on the right bottom of the screen, that my system is not supported. I run Win 11 since launch day and this wasn't there for up until now, so it must be something new. It runs flawless though, very fast very snappy, wayyy better than Win10 on my system. Haven't had a BSOD so far, as far as I remember. The only thing that is not supported is the CPU, I have TPM, Asus released a BIOS for my MB for Win11, GPT on the HDD, everything is fine and dandy apart from the CPU.

is your key still showing activated?

 

[PLAfiller]

is your key still showing activated?

I can't answer this now as I am at work, but it should be. I paid the full hefty price for a retail key. I have the booklet and the original Windows installation flash drive. It ain't a pirated copy.

 

[Space Lynx]

hmm, I am not sure then. you can always contact Microsoft customer support and ask for help over the phone. I've had to do that in the past and they were surprisingly helpful

 

[RJARRRPCGP]

I have an issue that I suspect is a Windows 11 bug:

(In the Reddit link, is not the same monitor model, but it's a Samsung, too, hope it's not a monitor bug) Never happened with games so far, and can only confirm it happening with Edge!

Grey screen on Windows 11. Randomly happens. Need to hard restart. What is it? : radeon (reddit.com)

 

[ThrashZone]

Hi,
Probably well known by now but start/ search and the reserved explorer/ settings banners will all be add/ spam places in the future

Microsoft is turning Windows 11's Start Menu into an advertisement delivery system - gHacks Tech News

Microsoft is testing several features currently that add advertisement or promotions to the Windows 11 Start Menu.

www.ghacks.net

The big search field on Windows 11's taskbar is unnecessary - gHacks Tech News

Find out why the big search field on Windows 11's taskbar is unnecessary, and what you may use instead for your searches.

www.ghacks.net

The irony with ghacks reporting on adds is visit the site without ublock origin or similar and it's a cluster f..k of adds I read in comments

 

[RJARRRPCGP]

Update: Looks like I can get it out of that state by using the key combo Win+Alt+B, IIRC. This indeed looks more like a Windows 11 thing.

 

[ThrashZone]

Hi,
Ctr+Alt+Delete can shake things up to if display is lost.

 

[R-T-B]

ExplorerPatcher breaks opening the stock start menu on latest Win11 update, FYI. It has not seen a lot of activity lately, not sure if an update is planned.

RetroBar still works if you just need the "classic taskbar" part.

 

[lexluthermiester]

ExplorerPatcher breaks opening the stock start menu on latest Win11 update, FYI. It has not seen a lot of activity lately, not sure if an update is planned.

RetroBar still works if you just need the "classic taskbar" part.

OpenShell continues to work fine...

 

[R-T-B]

OpenShell continues to work fine...

As does Start11. Just was updating for users of that particular toolkit. I installed it on some client rigs and had to deal with it today lol.

 

[lexluthermiester]

As does Start11. Just was updating for users of that particular toolkit. I installed it on some client rigs and had to deal with it today lol.

Ah, IC.

The reason I mention OpenShell is that it has a Windows Explorer component.

 

[eidairaman1]

Search MSCONFIG.
Click services tab.
Disable Windows Defender stuff.
Apply.
Restart to save changes.
Reverse action to enable.
Completed.

Services.msc

 

[ThrashZone]

Hi,
Ran across this theme app over on elevenforum

Might give it a try seeing 11 theming is crapware

GitHub - Abdelrhman-AK/WinPaletter: Advanced Windows Appearance Editor

Advanced Windows Appearance Editor. Contribute to Abdelrhman-AK/WinPaletter development by creating an account on GitHub.

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Download page

Releases · Abdelrhman-AK/WinPaletter

Advanced Windows Appearance Editor. Contribute to Abdelrhman-AK/WinPaletter development by creating an account on GitHub.

github.com

 

[P4-630]

KB5012170 might fail to install and you might receive a 0x800f0922 error

When attempting to install KB5012170, it might fail to install, and you might receive an error 0x800f0922.

Note: This issue only affects the Security update for Secure Boot DBX ( KB5012170) and does not affect the latest cumulative security updates, monthly rollups, or security only updates.

Workaround: This issue can be mitigated on some devices by updating the UEFI bios to the latest version before attempting to install KB5012170.

Next steps: We are presently investigating and will provide an update in an upcoming release.

Affected platforms:

Client: Windows 11, version 22H2; Windows 11, version 21H2; Windows 10, version 22H2; Windows 10, version 21H2; Windows 10, version 21H1; Windows 10, version 20H2; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2016; Windows 10 Enterprise 2015 LTSB; Windows 8.1
Server: Windows Server 2022; Windows Server, version 20H2; Windows Server 2019; Windows Server 2016; Windows Server 2012 R2; Windows Server 2012

Windows 11, version 22H2 known issues and notifications

View announcements and review known issues and fixes for Windows 11, version 22H2

learn.microsoft.com

I had the update already installed, had no issues luckily.
There was however a new BIOS update for my motherboard, so just did that today.

 

[ThrashZone]

Hi,
Installed a little while ago
Not sure why but no errors
I'm on very old x299 bios to in legacy mode

 

[Mussels]

Damnit, we had some forum threads going on about disabling page files on SSD's and i cant find it - i'm not sure if it was in an OS thread like this one, or elsewhere

I kept pointing out that i'm seeing reports from people about out of memory errors, and that it's always because the user disabled the page file/full C: drive and ran into it again, grabbed a screenshot and... lost the thread

So many comments from users all over the place with suggestions, but the few solving the issue are doing so with a format... which frees up space and/or turns the page file back on
wait til they 'tweak' everything again and watch it repeat

 

[eidairaman1]

Damnit, we had some forum threads going on about disabling page files on SSD's and i cant find it - i'm not sure if it was in an OS thread like this one, or elsewhere

I kept pointing out that i'm seeing reports from people about out of memory errors, and that it's always because the user disabled the page file/full C: drive and ran into it again, grabbed a screenshot and... lost the thread

View attachment 274923

So many comments from users all over the place with suggestions, but the few solving the issue are doing so with a format... which frees up space and/or turns the page file back on
wait til they 'tweak' everything again and watch it repeat

The only trouble would be to force the game to not use a paging file on the main drive but a separate drive or stay in ram lol

 

[windwhirl]

Damnit, we had some forum threads going on about disabling page files on SSD's and i cant find it - i'm not sure if it was in an OS thread like this one, or elsewhere

I kept pointing out that i'm seeing reports from people about out of memory errors, and that it's always because the user disabled the page file/full C: drive and ran into it again, grabbed a screenshot and... lost the thread

View attachment 274923

So many comments from users all over the place with suggestions, but the few solving the issue are doing so with a format... which frees up space and/or turns the page file back on
wait til they 'tweak' everything again and watch it repeat

... that's why I leave all that on automatic. Less headaches that way

Also, that's a cool new avatar picture (or maybe I noticed just now?)

 

[ThrashZone]

Damnit, we had some forum threads going on about disabling page files on SSD's and i cant find it - i'm not sure if it was in an OS thread like this one, or elsewhere

I kept pointing out that i'm seeing reports from people about out of memory errors, and that it's always because the user disabled the page file/full C: drive and ran into it again, grabbed a screenshot and... lost the thread

View attachment 274923

So many comments from users all over the place with suggestions, but the few solving the issue are doing so with a format... which frees up space and/or turns the page file back on
wait til they 'tweak' everything again and watch it repeat

Hi,
Yeah just drift back to about page 146 and you'll see some deja vu page file stuff which I believe your page file might be corrupted

Few win-10-11 tricks and treats on the guys channel

https://www.youtube.com/@Freebooter/videos

 

[Argyr]

I decided to join the W11 club for my upcoming build. Any benefits of going Enterprise vs. Pro besides access to the additional group policy settings to turn off telemetry? Is W11 Enterprise any different from the W10 one?

 

[windwhirl]

I decided to join the W11 club for my upcoming build. Any benefits of going Enterprise vs. Pro besides access to the additional group policy settings to turn off telemetry? Is W11 Enterprise any different from the W10 one?

Other than a few extra features (which have little use even for most enthusiasts), no.

Microsoft doesn't really have a good comparison table, and Wikipedia doesn't have one either, so this will have to do. It only compares Pro vs Pro for Workstations, though. Enterprise now seems to be a monthly subscription?

Compare Windows 11 Business Editions | Microsoft

Compare Windows 11 business editions with this guide from Microsoft. Explore our Windows 11 editions comparison chart to see which features your organization can get.

www.microsoft.com

 

[Space Lynx]

Enterprise now seems to be a monthly subscription?

hence, M$ as the acronym


lol jk, I actually have had 0 issues with Windows 11. I still use Ubuntu/Linux Mint most of the time.