Microsoft continues to refine and optimize Windows 11, rolling out a second cumulative update—KB5050094—which has already started its distribution.
According to the Windows Blog, this update brings many improvements and fixes. While it doesn’t introduce major new features, it focuses on enhancing system performance and stability. The update aims to fine-tune the user experience, address various bugs, and make the OS more efficient.
All the news of the KB5050094 update for Windows 11
The KB5050094 cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2 is now available for download. Users can install it by heading to Windows Update and manually checking for updates, though it may also start downloading automatically.
This update includes a variety of performance improvements and bug fixes, enhancing the overall user experience. Here are some of the key changes:
Improvements & Fixes:
- Taskbar Enhancements: Improved thumbnail previews when hovering over apps and a new Windows Studio Effects icon (for devices with an NPU).
- File Explorer Updates: When right-clicking, a “New Folder” option now appears in the left panel.
- Chinese Language Support: Added Simsun-Extg, a new simplified Chinese character set.
- Search Fixes: Resolved issues where searches displayed duplicate results or failed to update file properties like date and time.
- Time Zone Adjustments: Users can now change time zones in Settings > Time & Language > Date & Time.
- Cursor Fixes: Fixed a bug causing the cursor to disappear unexpectedly.
- IME Language Issue: Resolved an issue where switching windows would change the IME language from Chinese to English.
- Excel 2016 Bug: Fixed a loading screen freeze when opening certain files.
- Webcam Detection Fix: Addressed an issue where some webcams were not recognized when turned on.
- Faster Hotkey Access: Removed the one-minute wait time when using an access key.
- Domain Join Fix: Resolved an issue preventing devices from joining a domain.
- Task Manager Speed: Improved Task Manager performance, reducing slow shutdowns.
- Windows Update Stability: Fixed a bug that caused some cumulative updates to fail.
- Memory Leak Fix: Addressed an issue related to predictive text suggestions causing memory leaks.
- Security Enhancements: Microsoft added new files to the kernel’s vulnerable driver blocklist to improve system security.
This update doesn’t introduce major new features but focuses on refining stability, performance, and usability for Windows 11 users.
