By Zac Bowden
Publication Date: 2026-05-26 21:57:00
Microsoft is now rolling out a new Windows 11 update that brings with it a number of quality of life and foundational OS improvements that will make using your PC feel faster, with better responsiveness, and more reliability. The update, dubbed KB5089573, is now generally available as an optional OS update.
KB5089573 is notable as it’s the first OS update designed to make Windows 11 faster under Microsoft’s special Windows K2 effort, which is seeing the company focus on addressing top criticisms around the OS and deliver foundational improvements.
Mentioned in the changelog for this release is general OS performance improvements, which “accelerates app launch and core shell experiences such as Start menu, Search, and Action Center.” Additionally, Microsoft says that this update also “improves Windows reliability on the sign-in and lock screens, in File Explorer, when using touch gestures on touchscreen devices, and when changing themes in Settings.”
