Blue Screen of Death removed in recent Windows 11 Insider Preview Build, is this goodbye?

The Windows Insider Blog posted the latest changes made with Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3653, including removing the update blue screen of death.

The new Green Screen

Goodbye, old friend?

For years, Windows 11 users have been encountering critical system errors—whether due to hardware, software, or driver issues- and have faced the infamous Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). This full-screen error message halts productivity and leaves users to troubleshoot the problem after their system restarts.

Common troubleshooting steps include restarting the device, booting into Safe Mode, updating drivers, running the System File Checker, uninstalling recent software, scanning for malware, checking hardware, or disabling automatic restarts.

However, a recent update to Windows 11 introduced a noteworthy change. With the release of Insider Preview Build 26120.3653 (KB5053648) to the Beta Channel, Microsoft has rolled out a host of new features, including Quick Machine Recovery (QMR), an enhanced Narrator recap, Co-Pilot, Click to Do (Preview), and improved Windows Share functionality. Among these updates, one stands out: a redesigned interface for unexpected restarts, replacing the traditional BSOD. 

This new interface, dubbed the "Green Screen," aligns with Windows 11’s modern design principles and aims to get users back to work quickly. Unlike the BSOD, which overwhelms users with technical details, the Green Screen simplifies the experience while still displaying essential diagnostic information. The update is currently available to Windows Insiders running version 24H2 or higher in the Beta, Dev, and Canary Channels. 

This shift from a jarring blue screen to a streamlined green one indicates a clearer vision to improve and simplify the Windows experience.

What do you guys think of this change?

Source: Windows