Microsoft has started rolling out a new security feature that claims to keep users safe from potentially dangerous apps. Security is a part of the feature windows 11 Build 22567 comes with some design improvements. The tech giant is calling the new safety feature Smart App Control (SAC). It is very similar to the SmartScreen feature found in windows 10.
What does the Smart App Control security feature do in Windows 11
As explained in a blog by Microsoft, Smart App Control (SAC) blocks untrusted or potentially dangerous applications. The SAC is configured in the first evaluation mode. While the SAC is in evaluation mode, it will learn if it can help protect you without getting in your way. If so, it will turn on automatically. Otherwise, it will turn off automatically. While in evaluation mode, the user can manually turn on SAC in the Windows Security app under the App and browser controls section. It’s worth noting that SAC can only be enabled on Windows devices that have performed a clean install with the latest Insider Preview build (build 22567 and higher).
What are the other new features in windows 11 update
With the new update, the company has also updated the “Open With” dialog box to align with the Windows 11 design theme. The updated dialog box follows the light/dark theme selected by the user for the PC. Microsoft has simplified the experience by making it possible to update your default apps with just one click.
In addition, the ability for voice typing to download speech packs from the Microsoft Store for device-based speech recognition is now available to all Insiders in the Dev Channel.