Windows 11 could soon inform users about their hardware weaknesses

In context: Tech-savvy PC gamers typically have a solid understanding of their hardware and how it performs. However, Microsoft may soon offer additional support for more casual users still working to complete or optimize their hardware setups. A recently released Windows 11 Preview Build (26120.3576) includes a hidden FAQ section in the Settings app. Discovered by Windows Insider "phantomofearth," the new section is shown on the "About" page of the Settings app, under the System tab. Microsoft didn't reveal any info about this new FAQ page, which Insiders can manually enable using ViVeTool. The Verge notes that the FAQ page lists additional information about the Windows version, GPU's capabilities and VRAM, and the amount of system RAM. The page provides users with helpful information, like how low VRAM amounts affect high-end gaming and other "demanding" video tasks. Today's gaming PCs generally include at least 16GB of RAM to meet the bare minimum for running AAA titles. Microsof ... Read full article.