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The former has new features enabled by default while the latter ships with new features turned off.

The update adds new access key shortcuts to the XAML context menu in File Explorer.

Windows 11 Update Settings

It also introduces a new feature for developers that makes it easier to collect live kernel memory dumps.

The goal is to balance power consumption and a good visual experience.

Now, the feature works on laptops and 2-in-1s that are plugged in.

Windows 11 Official

Each access key will correspond with a letter in the display name.

Its part of our effort to make File Explorer more accessible.

This is in addition to the existing Memory dump for user mode processes.

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This reduces downtime when compared to a bug check for non-fatal but high-impact failures and hangs.

Clickherefor more info on live kernel dumps.

For most users, this change wont be noticeable and should reduce energy consumption.

Windows 11 Task Manager

For battery powered devices such as laptops and 2-in-1s, the default is On Battery Only.

On desktop PCs, this is off by default.

The Windows 11 Start menu apps list.

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Windows 11 file Explorer

Windows 11 system features

Windows 11 Start menu

Windows 11 battery usage

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