Microsoft is officially saying goodbye to the iconic blue screen of death, a familiar sight for Windows users during system crashes and unexpected restarts. In a recent blog post, the company announced it will now use a black screen instead, calling it part of a move to simplify and speed up the restart experience.
The new black screen will be introduced this summer on devices running Windows 11 24H2. Microsoft says the update aims to make recovery after an unexpected restart “easier” and “faster.” This change will also bring a refreshed user interface that aligns better with Windows 11’s design.
The blue screen of death has been a part of Windows since the early 1990s and became widely recognised over the years. It appeared globally in July 2024 when a faulty update caused major system failures, crashing computers in multiple regions. That incident highlighted the screen’s long-standing association with system errors.
According to Microsoft, most users will now experience restart downtimes of only two seconds, thanks to improved system performance and visual updates. Microsoft added, “This change is part of a larger continued effort to reduce disruption in the event of an unexpected restart.”
This marks a notable shift for the tech giant as it continues to evolve its software experience in line with modern design and performance goals.
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