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Just a few weeks after releasing the Windows 10 May 2020 Update version to testers, Microsoft has officially rolled out the next major Windows 10 update to users via the Windows Update system. Below is the download link for Windows 10 May 2020 Update ISO 64-bit and 32-bit.
To download Windows 10 May 2020 Update ISO to your computer and install it, readers can access it here.
What's new in Windows 10 May 2020 Update?
As scheduled, every year the software giant from Redmond releases 2 major updates for Windows 10 users, one in spring and one in fall.
Windows 10 May 2020 Update is the latest Windows 10 update available. Below, Mytour will outline for you the new features in Windows 10 May 2020 Update.
Enhanced Windows Update
Windows Update on Windows 10 will automatically install some updates when available. With the new update, the Windows Update feature is enhanced, displaying all updates in a single window, including driver updates, features, and quality updates.
To open this window, you can go to Settings => Update and Security => Windows Update => View optional updates, where you can choose any updates to install.
New Cortana Experience
Microsoft is introducing a new Cortana experience with a redesigned interface based on the chat interface of messaging apps like Skype, Zalo, etc. From now on, users can type questions instead of speaking as before.
Additionally, users can now resize and move the Cortana window to any position on the desktop screen by clicking the Title bar and dragging, supporting both dark and light themes.
Cloud Download Option
The new update includes a new Cloud Download option, use this option to reset your PC to its original default state. Go to Settings => Update and Security => Recovery, select reset your Windows 10 and erase everything.
Now you will see the Cloud Download option. Click to select the option, the system will download and install the latest version of Windows 10.
Faster Windows Search
The Windows 10 May 2019 Update fixes search issues on the Start Menu by using old search indexes. However, these indexes consume a lot of system resources and cause performance-related issues and problems.
Microsoft states that the new Windows 10 update optimizes search indexes, making searches much faster.
Show Hard Drive Type Information on Task Manager
Task Manager has been updated to display additional information about hard drive types, allowing users to easily identify whether the computer is using an SSD or HDD. This information is shown in the Performance tab. Open Task Manager with the shortcut Ctrl + Shift + Esc, then click More Details.
Additionally, this tab also displays information about GPU temperature.
Show FPS in Xbox Game Bar
In Windows 10 May 2020 Update, the Game Bar will display both FPS counter and achievement notifications as overlays. Press Windows + G to open the Game Bar while playing games to show real-time FPS counter.
Passwordless Sign-in Option
To access the 'Make your device passwordless' sign-in option, navigate to Settings =>Accounts =>Sign-in. Essentially, this feature works by removing the password requirement and prompts users to sign in to the PC using a PIN or Windows Hello biometric security features like facial recognition or fingerprint.
Rename Virtual Desktops
With the latest Windows 10 update, users can now easily rename virtual desktops instead of using default names like Desktop 1 or Desktop 2.
Simply click on the desktop name at the top of the Task View window and enter any name you want to use, even emojis.
Redesigned Network Status Window
The Network Status window (located in Settings =>Network and Internet =>Status) has been redesigned to display all networks at the top of the window.
Network Camera Support
Microsoft is adding a feature to support IP-based cameras on various versions of Windows 10. Users can add network cameras by accessing Settings =>Devices =>Bluetooth and other devices =>Add Bluetooth or other device.
If a camera is detected on the local network, Windows 10 will automatically add it to the system, or you can also add it manually.
Disable Apps from Automatically Restarting on Login
Windows 10 will now intelligently reopen apps such as Chrome upon PC restart. In the latest Windows 10 update, users can disable this option by accessing Settings => Accounts => Sign-in options. Under Restart apps, locate and toggle off the option 'Automatically save my restartable apps when I sign out and restart them. . .' and you're good to go.
Enhancements to Paint and WordPad
Microsoft has transformed Paint and WordPad into optional features, meaning users can now uninstall these apps to free up space. Navigate to Settings => Apps => Apps and features => Optional features. Here you'll find options for Paint, WordPad, Windows Media Player, and more.
Windows Subsystem for Linux 2
The most significant change in the May 2020 Update must be the integration of Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL 2) with a custom kernel. This enhances the performance of the Linux Subsystem on Windows.
Microsoft has announced plans to add support for Linux GUI applications or accelerate GPU hardware in future updates.
Here is the link to download the Windows 10 May 2020 Update ISO. Additionally, if you have any questions or need assistance with steps like How to Install Windows 10, feel free to leave your comments in the comment section below the article.
