Microsoft has unveiled Windows 11, its "next generation" operating system, at a virtual event.
The new software will let Android apps run on the Windows desktop.
Product manager Panos Panay promised smaller, faster security updates - a common complaint for Windows users - and said they would happen in the background.

Windows 11 will also let users configure multiple desktops for work, home, and gaming, like on a Mac.
Microsoft says there are currently about 1.3 billion devices running Windows 10.
An early preview version of the new system will be released for app developers next week.

Windows 11 will be available as a free update to existing Windows 10 users - although some devices will not have the right specifications. These include a minimum of 64 gigabytes of storage and 4 gigabytes of RAM.

One cosmetic change is putting the "Start" button at the bottom-centre of the screen rather than left-hand side.

In addition, Windows 11 will feature tighter integration with Microsoft's communications platform Teams. Xbox Games Pass, a subscription service offering access to hundreds of games, will also be pre-installed.

The tech giant said it would share more profits from its app store with creators and developers - as rival Apple continues to face challenges over its business model.

When Windows 10 launched in 2015, Microsoft said it would be the final version of the operating system. It has since announced Windows 10 will be retired in 2025.

Microsoft chief executive Satya Nadella described the launch as "a major milestone in the history of Windows", but analyst Geoff Blaber from CCS Insight said he did not consider it to be "a revolutionary step".

"Windows 11 is an iterative release that pinpoints where Windows needs greater ambition, rather than introducing the sweeping changes seen with its predecessor," he said.

"The end game for Microsoft is ensuring that the step up from Windows 10 to Windows 11 provides significant enough improvements to offset any complaints."

Forrester's principal analyst JP Gownder noted that the new operating system was based on the code of Windows 10, which should prevent upgrade glitches such as those seen in the past with Windows Vista.

"These user-friendly nods to the past are a double-edged sword, though," he added.

"They're great for continuity of experience, but they make you wonder what the 11 really stands for. Is this really more of an admittedly feature-rich Windows 10 update than a full-version release?"

Nice.

Cool

Someone somewhere is thinking of how to update their windows 7/8 to windows 10

Windows is crap. Use Linux.

TUANKU:
Windows is crap. Use Linux.

how do i go about that

Downloading already...

What's the point of this, when we can't download it from Microsoft?

constance500:
Downloading already...

From where please?

TUANKU:
Windows is crap. Use Linux.

I thought all geeks have become extinct or turned into entrepreneurs the Linux-Unix Distro will never pick top spots in the commercial OS world - it will always be the favorite for nerds

Arthurity1:

From where please?

https://d. androidhost. org/download/OC14jhE


Edit the link and download

everydayperson:


I thought all geeks have become extinct or turned into entrepreneurs the Linux-Unix Distro will never pick top spots in the commercial OS world - it will always be the favorite for nerds

I guess aviation, servers and robotics have gone extinct.

redstaarx:
how do i go about that

Download a Linux ISO file eg Ubuntu. You can dual install along with your regular windows or run the Linux OS from a usb flash drive or DVD.

love the windows 11 curve edges and redefined icons....running the dev version for two days now

TUANKU:

I guess aviation, servers and robotics have gone extinct.

less-expensive Opensource for muscle for heavy-lifting for backend operations yes and B2B/B2C yes but front-ends and business productivity tools? that is a na

downloaded already!

nothing new, windows will always be windows

i like it

redstaarx:
how do i go about that

Instead of ubuntu that's like another Windows try kali linux or parrot. It comes with amazing preinstalled softwares for cybersecurity and ethical hacking... but ubuntu is beginner friendly

eventainment:

Instead of ubuntu that's like another Windows try kali linux or parrot. It comes with amazing preinstalled softwares for cybersecurity and ethical hacking... but ubuntu is beginner friendly

This is my last lap with Windows switchting to KDE plasma.

I will sure miss some Native Win applications but hey...

I dey with windows steady... Can't wait to upgrade

TUANKU:
Windows is crap. Use Linux.

Me, I love Linux (hi, Kali. hola, Debian , bonjour, TAILS. ). But Windows PCs still beat ANYTHING out there for gaming. Even Xbox Series X and PS5 isn't close. 8K gaming on PS5/Xbox NOW? For where? Meanwhile, RTX 3070/RX6800 be goin' 23FPS 8K on... Minecraft.

Mind you, fellaz; Windows '11' is a free upgrade for Windows 10 users.
Wait. Who the hell said it isn't a big upgrade? You think it is all a cosmetic refresh?
It might not be as big a jump as from Windows 7 to 8, but it sure as hell is a big upgrade.
PS: No more 32-bit support on Windows 11! (sorry, Core 2 Duo users)
Cortana, Live Tiles and Tablet Mode is GONE!
Windows 11 is a certain upgrade as long as your PC has TPM 2.0 and SecureBoot. That means; below 7th generation (i.e Core i7-6700HQ) can still get it; it's just not advisable by Microsoft (can't say I blame them; I mean, who's gonna forget RockYou2021?? )
[center]these things are by no means set in stone and are subject to change; see Windows FAQs for more details[/center]

eventainment:

Instead of ubuntu that's like another Windows try kali linux or parrot. It comes with amazing preinstalled softwares for cybersecurity and ethical hacking... but ubuntu is beginner friendly

Ok can you chat me on WhatsApp pls 0...811..4.47929.3

I will need to know more

TUANKU:
Windows is crap. Use Linux.

ever since I started using Linux I've never looked back. I'm enjoying it like mad.

TechCapon:
ever since I started using Linux I've never looked back. I'm enjoying it like mad.

Linux is so good once you start using it you never look back. There's so much with Linux and you barely spend a fraction of what you would on windows. K

everydayperson:


less-expensive Opensource for muscle for heavy-lifting for backend operations yes and B2B/B2C yes but front-ends and business productivity tools? that is a na

Backend is where the money is.

TUANKU:

Linux is so good once you start using it you never look back. There's so much with Linux and you barely spend a fraction of what you would on windows. K

what I love most about it is that it doesn't consume much data. I use N100 data for a whole day.

TechCapon:
ever since I started using Linux I've never looked back. I'm enjoying it like mad.

Kali or Ubuntu, which will you advise I use although I plan on venturing into Networking and Cybersecurity .

TUANKU:

Download a Linux ISO file eg Ubuntu. You can dual install along with your regular windows or run the Linux OS from a usb flash drive or DVD.

Which is better, Dual boot or Virtual Machine ?

Tolzy11:

Kali or Ubuntu, which will you advise I use although I plan on venturing into Networking and Cybersecurity .

Mine is called Patito Feo. Linux comes in many different flavors

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