Yes you read the heading right after so much buzz finally Windows 11 is now official. Microsoft’s new Windows operating system has came nearly six years after the release of Windows 10 in July 2015.
The Windows 11 called the “next generation” of Windows which comes with a overall redesign over Windows 10 start from an all-new boot screen and startup sound to a central placed Start menu and upgraded widgets.
Windows 11 also removes “Hi Cortana” welcome screen and Live Tiles.
Availability & Free Upgrade of Windows 11
- Windows 11 will be available for testing purposes to Windows Insider members starting next week.
- The Windows 11 will also be available as a free upgrade to Windows 10 users later this year.
- Windows 11 come pre-installed on new PCs.
- Microsoft has release the PC Health Check app to check if their Windows 10 PC is upgradable.
- Windows 11 also bring the new operating system to Windows 7 and Windows 8 machines.
- Microsoft confirmed that users with a Windows 7 PC with specifications could be upgraded to Windows 11 after purchasing Windows 10 license.
Customers will also have the option to purchase Windows 11 at retail and install it on compatible Windows 7 devices in 2022.
Microsoft has not brought any changes that users would be able to pick Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro versions.
Minimum Hardware Requirements of Windows 11
- Microsoft said that Windows 11 will work with all major silicon chips providers which includes AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm.
- Windows 11 will not be as lightweight as Windows 10 as it will require at least 64-bit x86 or ARM processor with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.
Features of Windows 11
As in a leaked ISO the Windows 11 brings to the users currently running Windows 10 is the new interface.
START MENU
- Windows 11 starts with a new setup screen and continues to give a new look and feel in all core Windows elements.
- The Windows 11 has rounded corners on menus and windows that look similar to the recent iPadOS release.
- Windows 11 has Start menu at the centre that is to provide a modern look.
- First time since the release of Windows NT 4.0 in 1996 when there is no Start menu on the left side now located centrally.
- Start menu also brings all the default icons such as Edge and File Explorer to the centre.
- New positionof start menu makes Windows 11 familiar to macOS or Chrome OS.
- Users can change the position and bring the Start button to the left by going in its settings.
- Start menu doesn’t include any Live Tiles that were a part of the menu in Windows 10.
- But yes users will see some recommended apps at the bottom.
- There is a dedicated search button next to the Start menu to let users search apps and preloaded functions on the latest Windows 11.
SOUND
- Windows 11 comes with new sounds and alerts including the new startup sound.
- There are also changes in terms of gestures as well in Windows 11.
THEME
- Users will get new themes, new wallpapers, and better dark mode.
WIDGETS
- Windows 11 includes an updated widgets experience.
- Widgets can bring on front by swiping from the left of the screen or can be place full screen.
- Users are provided with the options to rearrange widgets or resize them as per liking.
- Users can also add or remove widgets that can help to receive the latest news or weather updates.
LAYOUT
- The maximize button now lets you split the active screens between multiple areas of the desktop.
- Microsoft calls this new Snap Layouts.
- These layouts let users simultaneously open multiple different screens on your computer just by hovering your mouse over the maximize button.
- Windows 11 also remembers your selected Snap Layout for multiple windows and keep them ready along with the apps you were working on there for future access directly from the taskbar.
- Groups created by Snap Layouts that can be use for future access are called Snap Groups.
VIRTUAL DESKTOP
- Microsoft is improving support for multiple monitors and making it easier for users to work on virtual desktops.
- Users can also use custom wallpapers for each of your virtual desktop on Windows 11 for even easy access.
TOUCH CONTROL
- Windows 11 comes with an improve touch keyboard that includes GIFs integration from Tenor.
- Windows 11 also preloaded virtual keyboards which can be place anywhere on the screen.
- Users can additionally use voice dictation support throughout the system.
- Windows 11 also have options such as voice typing and voice commands to ease your typing.
- Windows 11 comes with several interface-level tweaks to enable an improved touch experience.
Microsoft gone through challenges to agree manufacturers as well as consumers to use Windows 10 on tablets for a complete touchscreen experience.
These challenges are overcome by bringing new touch controls and many improvements in Windows 11.
SCREEN
- Resizing on a touchscreen has also been refined in Windows 11.
- Windows 11 includes gesture writing support which has become quite common on mobile devices.
- Dual screen devices-focus operating system and more in Windows 11.
Windows 11 improves the experience for people using multiple monitors.
Desktop Share feature to let users share their windows with people connected over a virtual meeting.
And you will also miss Skype.
Microsoft has also enhanced performance for Chromium-based browsers.
Microsoft Edge includes improve support for accessing multiple tabs and for machines with limited resources.
The Microsoft Edge browser on Windows 11 comes with vertical tab support.
GAMES
- Windows 11 has a handful of significant changes for PC gamers.
- Windows 11 include support for Auto HDR and DirectX 12 Ultimate.
- The Windows 11 includes an xCloud integration to enable cloud gaming.
- Xbox Game Pass access for gamers playing a list of popular games on their machines.
APP STORE
- Microsoft has also improve its preloaded app store.
- Windows 11 comes with new search capabilities and an improved design to give app makers a better reach.
- Microsoft has introduced approach called zero-revenue share in which it will allow developers to provide their apps through Microsoft Store without taking any commission.
- All these changes will come into place from 28th July 2021 and will allow developers to use either their own a third party commerce platform in their apps and keep 100% of their revenue.
Microsoft Store comes with a Entertainment tab to serve users with the latest media content starting from movies and TV shows across all major streaming services.
Users can also wirelessly cast the content on Windows 11 device to smart TV.
THANK YOU FOR READING.
