As the tradition requires it, Microsoft proposes to the approach of the Week End a new construction of Windows 10 Redstone 5, the build 17682. Several improvements are announced, one of the most important of which concerns the Sets function.
Windows 10 Redstone 5 build 17682 is available for Windows Insiders program users. You must be registered on the fast ring or have opted for the “Skip Ahead” option. This new version of the next OS evolution is proposed with several improvements, the most important of which concerns Sets.
Windows 10 Redstone 5 Build 1768, Sets, Edge and Wireless Projection
Microsoft continues the optimization of the tab system supposed to increase productivity. It is now possible to access frequently used applications directly when opening a new tab (+ button). A list appears in the main window.
Windows 10 Redstone 5 Build 17682
It allows you to launch the desired software directly. If the latter supports Sets, it will automatically run in a tab. It is possible to switch between this new presentation and the old interface displaying the news feed by just clicking on the options at the bottom of the screen.
Microsoft optimizes the “Wireless Projection” function by responding to several comments from the community. A top control banner appears when a session is in progress.
Windows 10 Redstone 5 Build 17682
It informs about the connection status and offers several options such as disconnection and reconnection. It is also possible to make adjustments to adapt the performances according to the current activity. The giant has planned three cases. Game mode reduces screen latency on the screen; video mode increases screen to screen lag and productivity mode is a combination of the two. By default, the system opts for the latter.
Microsoft Edge continues to evolve. They are mainly aimed at developers. For example, the browser supports web authentication.
Also, a manual download of RSAT is no longer required with each new upgrade.
Microsoft explains
“Go to “Manage Optional Features” in Settings. You will now see all RSAT components listed. Choose the ones you want, and the next time you upgrade to Windows, all components will automatically continue to be upgraded to “Upgrade.”
Finally to the installation of Windows 10 Redstone 5 Build 17682 the following window is displayed. According to Microsoft, we should not worry
“Don’t worry; your equipment is still there! We know that some of you bought and configured your devices a long time ago – the features available in Windows 10 have since changed. We give you the opportunity to review any installation issues you may have missed to ensure that installation is possible. Click on “Skip for now” if you want to go directly to the desktop.
This new construction also comes with a long list of known and unresolved bug fixes and problems.