Windows 11
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| Developer | Microsoft |
| Source Model | Closed-source (with open-source components) |
| Kernel Type | Hybrid (Windows NT) |
| License | Proprietary commercial software |
| Website | Official Website |
Windows 11 is an operating system developed by Microsoft and the successor to Windows 10.[1] Released on October 5, 2021,[2] Windows 11 introduces a redesigned user interface, enhanced performance, and new features aimed at improving productivity and user experience.
Features
Windows 11 includes significant updates to its design, features, and compatibility compared to its predecessor, Windows 10:
- Redesigned User Interface: Windows 11 features a modernized user interface with centered taskbar icons, rounded corners, and updated animations.[3]
- Snap Layouts and Snap Groups: Enhanced multitasking with new snapping options for arranging and managing windows.[4]
- Microsoft Teams Integration: Built-in integration with Microsoft Teams for seamless communication.[5]
- Widgets Panel: Introduction of a customizable Widgets panel for personalized news, weather, and calendar updates.[6]
- Gaming Enhancements: DirectStorage technology and Auto HDR for improved gaming performance.[7]
Hardware Requirements
Windows 11 introduced new hardware requirements, including:
- A compatible 64-bit processor with at least 1 GHz clock speed and 2 or more cores.
- 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage minimum.
- Secure Boot capability and a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0.[8]
Editions
Windows 11 is available in various editions, including:
- Windows 11 Home: Standard edition for personal use.
- Windows 11 Pro: Features for professional users, including BitLocker and remote desktop access.
- Windows 11 Enterprise: Advanced security and management tools for organizations.
- Windows 11 Education: Tailored for schools and educational institutions.[9]
Updates
Windows 11 uses Microsoft's "Windows as a Service" model, offering feature and quality updates over time. Major updates are typically released annually.[10]
Reception
Windows 11 has been praised for its fresh design and gaming enhancements but criticized for its strict hardware requirements, which excluded many older devices from upgrading.[11]
See Also
References
- ↑ "Introducing Windows 11". 2021-06-24. https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2021/06/24/introducing-windows-11/.
- ↑ "Windows 11 Now Available". 2021-10-04. https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2021/10/04/windows-11-available-october-5/.
- ↑ "Redesigned Visuals in Windows 11". 2021-06-24. https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2021/06/24/redesigned-visuals-in-windows-11/.
- ↑ "Using Snap Layouts and Groups in Windows 11". https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/snap-layouts-in-windows-11-61245e7a-d7b3-47d6-805d-fd63c54f32a0.
- ↑ "Microsoft Teams Features in Windows 11". https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams.
- ↑ "Widgets in Windows 11". https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2021/06/24/widgets-in-windows-11/.
- ↑ "Gaming Features in Windows 11". 2021-06-24. https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2021/06/24/windows-11-brings-you-closer-to-what-you-love/.
- ↑ "Windows 11 Hardware Requirements". https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/whats-new/windows-11-requirements.
- ↑ "Windows 11 Editions Overview". https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/business.
- ↑ "Windows 11 Release Information". https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/release-health/windows-11-release-information.
- ↑ "Windows 11 Review". https://www.techradar.com/reviews/windows-11.