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KB5014019 fixes app crashes and slow copying issues on Windows 11
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Key notes
This one is for all the update-hungry users out there, as we know that you are eagerly awaiting new software from Microsoft on a regular basis.
The Redmond-based tech company has releasedoptional cumulative update previewsfor Windows 11, Windows 10 version 1809, and Windows Server 2022, with fixes for Direct3D issues impacting client and server systems.
These updates are part of the April 2022 monthly C updates, which allow Windows users to test the fixes released on June 15th as part of next month’s Patch Tuesday.
If you are also looking to refresh your memory on theMay 2022 Patch Tuesdayrollout or download any updates, we got you covered.
What does KB5014019 bring new to the table?
As you most likely know by now, these scheduled non-security preview updates are entirely optional, so don’t feel obligated to install them if you choose not to.
They are issued to test bug fixes and performance improvements before the general release, and they don’t provide security updates.
Through this latest rollout, you can find updates such asKB5014019for Windows 11,KB5014022, for Windows 10 version 1809, andKB5014021, for Windows Server 2022.
For starters, let’s look at the highlights for this Windows 11 release and see what new features we can expect from it.
Highlights
Fixes
As we mentioned, the latest Windows optional updates come with fixes for issues that might cause some applications to crash or trigger various problems.
KB5014019 addresses an issue that might affect some apps that use d3d9.dll with certain graphics cards and might cause those apps to close unexpectedly.
Furthermore, this update also fixes a known issue affecting specific GPUs and could “cause apps to close unexpectedly or cause intermittent issues that affect some apps that use Direct3D 9.
The issue that might cause file copying to be slower and another one preventing BitLocker from encrypting when using the silent encryption option has also been dealt with.
Known issues
Have you discovered any other issues after installing KB5014019? Share your experience with us in the comments section below.
More about the topics:Windows 11 Software & Apps
Alexandru Poloboc
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With an overpowering desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter, anchor, as well as TV and radio entertainment show host.
A certified gadget freak, he always feels the need to surround himself with next-generation electronics.
When he is not working, he splits his free time between making music, gaming, playing football, basketball and taking his dogs on adventures.
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With a desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter.
