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Every Windows 11 application should terminate Electron, and Discord has demonstrated why.
Publication: Hacker News: Best
Author: thunderbong
Source published: 07/11/2026, 11:11:15 UTC
Briefing created: 08/11/2026, 04:37:08 UTC
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Briefings
A Windows 11 developer blog argues that all applications should terminate Electron processes, citing Discord as a primary example. The article claims this recommendation would reduce RAM usage by approximately 70% even with two accounts signed in, though it does not specify the exact number of applications affected or provide a timeline for implementation.
Key points
- Discord is identified as a specific application that triggers the recommendation to kill Electron processes.
- The article claims a 70% reduction in RAM usage when two accounts are signed in, though the total number of affected applications is not specified.
Context
The article originates from a Windows 11 developer blog, suggesting that the standard Windows 11 startup screen is a feature rather than a bug. This finding is significant because it challenges the assumption that Electron-based applications are inherently problematic on Windows 11.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to a single article from November 2026. The specific number of applications affected by the recommendation is not provided, and the timeline for implementing this change is not mentioned.
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