Microsoft's plan to fix Windows 11 has been in full swing for several weeks now. We've seen a notable reversal on AI Copilot integration, as well as confirmation that long-requested features like the ability to change the taskbar position, cleaner Windows Update rollouts, a less busy Start Menu, and a refresh of the Control Panel are all on the way.

However, one of the more interesting updates coming to the operating system works entirely behind the scenes, and it's already arrived as part of Windows 11's latest Tuesday patch (via Neowin). In Windows 11's Settings app, you'll see the update as KB5094126 OS Builds 26200.8655 and 26100.8655.

Windows 11's Low Latency Profile is a special performance mode that aims to make the operating system snappier and more responsive by boosting the processor clock speed to its maximum during specific actions, like launching apps, opening the Start menu, changing quick settings, and more. It then ratchets back down to its normal speed until you perform one of those actions again.

Low Latency Profile seems to only work with some PCs

The only way to know if the feature is working is by checking your CPU speed in Task Manager

Details are somewhat scarce, with the update's release notes not saying much beyond, "accelerates app launch and core shell experiences such as Start menu, Search, and Action Center." At least right now, the Low Latency Profile seems to work only with those specific Windows 11 elements. It's worth noting that Low Latency Mode might not be enabled on your PC by default, and the only way to know for sure if it's running is to watch a live view of your CPU speed in Task Manager (or a third-party app) to see if your device experiences a brief CPU spike. It seems the feature is also only designed for specific PC models, resulting in sporadic compatibility.

Other features in this update include downloads and installations from the Windows Store no longer taking forever. Downloads from the Windows Store have always been painfully slow for me, so I definitely appreciate this update. Windows Search should also be faster because results will surface after you've only typed two characters.

Other updates include multi-app camera support, allowing you to be on a Meet call while snapping selfies (because everyone does that, right?), and Shared Audio, which lets Windows connect to two Bluetooth LE headphones or earbuds. There are also new NPU monitoring tools in Task Manager if you own a PC with a dedicated AI chip.

Lastly, Microsoft says that it fixed 206 security vulnerabilities in Windows 11 ranging from critical to severe.