Windows 11: Fresh Design and New Functionalities
Windows 11 is the most forward-looking OS in Microsoft’s lineup, featuring an organized and modern design update. It places the Start Menu at the center with a refined taskbar design, and curved borders for a high-end appearance. Processing speed is now quicker, with optimized performance. Improving app juggling with smarter memory handling.
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Updated Microsoft Store
The Microsoft Store in Windows 11 now boasts a modernized interface with improved navigation and broader app selection, including Win32 apps.
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Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2)
Windows 11 includes WSL2, allowing developers to run a complete Linux kernel on their system, enhancing cross-platform development.
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Integrated Xbox App
The Xbox app is now built into Windows 11, offering instant access to your gaming library, social features, and cloud gaming capabilities.
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Personalized Lock Screen
The lock screen in Windows 11 can be fully personalized, allowing you to set custom images, clocks, and notifications for a unique touch.
Notification Center: The Go-To Location for App and System Alerts
Taskbar: A Convenient Area for Launching and Switching Apps
Notification Center helps keep you organized by organizing real-time alerts.
Taskbar allows you to quickly navigate through your apps and system features.
Notification Center is key for organizing both urgent and non-urgent notifications.
Taskbar allows you to seamlessly switch between your active applications and tools.
The Start Menu in the current public release of Windows
It has been reshaped through major updates, delivering a sleeker and clearer navigation flow. The new layout centers the Start Menu and simplifies access, designed for ease, simplicity, and speed. It includes fixed shortcuts, an upgraded search bar, and organized navigation to essential system controls and user options.
Windows Terminal: Empowering Developers with Modern Command-Line Functionality
Command Prompt: A Reliable Command-Line Tool in Windows Windows Terminal, officially recognized as the Advanced Command-Line Interface is a modern alternative to the traditional Command Prompt, offering more capabilities. Integrated directly into the setup of Windows 10 and Windows 11. It provides an ideal platform for executing commands across different environments. Contributing to a more productive command-line experience for Windows users.
Windows Defender: Windows Security, Seamlessly Integrated
Windows Defender, commonly recognized as Microsoft Defender provides foundational system security from Microsoft, is automatically included with Windows 10 and Windows 11. It maintains your system’s defenses in real-time. Working to stop threats like trojans, worms, spyware, and viruses.
- Windows setup with Cortana disabled
- Windows local account setup only
- No Cortana enabled on this Windows installation