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SSD full: Windows 11 update stops memory expansion of a file
Germany💻 Technology3 days ago

SSD full: Windows 11 update stops memory expansion of a file

A recent optional Windows 11 update, KB5095093, addresses a significant issue where the file 'CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal' can consume large amounts of storage space on user devices. This file, part of the Capability Access Manager service which manages app permissions for hardware like webcams and microphones, has been reported to grow to hundreds of gigabytes in some cases. Users have shared experiences on platforms such as Reddit and Microsoft forums, describing instances where this issue led to over 500 GB of wasted storage space. The update became available as a preview on June 23 and was officially documented in Microsoft’s changelog on June 29. It will be automatically distributed starting July 14. Manual solutions previously suggested involved risky changes to system files, potentially damaging the Windows installation.

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SSD full: Windows 11 update stops memory expansion of a file

A recent optional Windows 11 update, KB5095093, addresses a significant issue where the file 'CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal' can consume large amounts of storage space on user devices. This file, part of the Capability Access Manager service which manages app permissions for hardware like webcams and microphones, has been reported to grow to hundreds of gigabytes in some cases. Users have shared experiences on platforms such as Reddit and Microsoft forums, describing instances where this issue led to over 500 GB of wasted storage space. The update became available as a preview on June 23 and was officially documented in Microsoft’s changelog on June 29. It will be automatically distributed starting July 14. Manual solutions previously suggested involved risky changes to system files, potentially damaging the Windows installation.

Bias read (Center): The article discusses a technical issue related to software updates and does not involve any political topics, figures, or policies. There is no framing or bias evident in the content.

Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 80): The article accurately reports on the KB5095093 update addressing the CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal file size issue, aligning with the primary source document. It provides technical details and user impact but uses slightly emotive language like 'teils schwerwiegenden Fehler' which could be more ne

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