Why is Windows still tinkering with critical sections?

· Raymond Chen · Sept. 24, 2025, 4:47 p.m.
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Summary
The blog post discusses the ongoing updates and changes to critical sections in Windows, comparing their evolution to an old dog learning new tricks. It's aimed at shedding light on the importance of these updates for software development in Windows environments.
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