Windows 11 February 2026 Update: Cross-Device Resume and Smart App Control
Update expands Cross-Device Resume features, upgrades MIDI services, and modifies Smart App Control behavior.
Microsoft released Windows 11 February 2026 update (KB5074105, Build 26200.7705) with expanded Cross-Device Resume features, enhanced MIDI services, and modified Smart App Control.
Cross-Device Resume
The update improves Cross-Device Resume feature, allowing applications to restore previous sessions more seamlessly across different Windows 11 devices. This enhancement improves continuity for users working across multiple PCs.
Smart App Control
Microsoft modified Smart App Control feature, allowing users to disable the feature without requiring a full reinstallation. This change provides more granular control over which applications can run in the background.
Windows MIDI Services
New Windows MIDI services were added, improving support for music production and MIDI hardware. This update modernizes MIDI handling in Windows 11, benefiting musicians and audio professionals.
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