Windows 11 - news, version comparison, differences from version 10
| NewsWindows 11 is finally available for download and Microsoft users can expect some big changes to this long-standing operating system.
It includes a host of new features, such as the ability to download and run Android apps on a Windows PC, as well as updates to Microsoft Teams, the Start menu and the overall look of the software, which is clearer and more Mac-like..
Distinctive new Windows 11 features
- A new, more Mac-like interface. Windows 11 features a clean design with rounded corners, pastel hues and a centered Start menu and taskbar..
- Integrated Android apps. Android apps will come to Windows 11 via the Amazon Appstore, which will be accessible from the new Microsoft Store. In the past there were several ways to access Android apps on Windows 10, especially if you had a Samsung Galaxy phone, but this will make them native..
- Widgets. While they've been around for a while, you can now access widgets directly from the taskbar and personalize them to display anything you want.
- Microsoft Teams integration. Teams has taken on a new look and has been pinned to the Windows 11 taskbar, making it more accessible. Teams will be accessible from Windows, Mac, Android or iOS.
- Xbox technology for better gaming experience. Windows 11 will receive some features found in Xbox consoles, such as Auto HDR and DirectStorage, to improve the gaming experience on a Windows PC
- Better support for virtual desktops. Windows 11 will let you set up virtual desktops more like macOS, switching between multiple desktops for personal, work, school or gaming use. You can also change the wallpaper on each virtual desktop
- Easier transition from monitor to laptop and better multitasking. The new operating system includes features called Snap Groups and Snap Layouts - collections of applications used simultaneously that are located on the taskbar and can be displayed or minimized at the same time, making it easier to switch tasks. They also make it easier to connect and disconnect a monitor without losing the position of open windows.
Differences between Windows 11 and Windows 10
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Function |
Windows 10 |
Windows 11 |
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Auto-HDR It produces a wider, more vivid color range, providing a truly captivating visual experience. |
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Microsoft Teams Call, talk and make plans - all in one app. |
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Chat with Microsoft Teams |
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Desktop Groups Switch between desktops to better organize open windows. |
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DirectStorage |
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Microsoft Store Find the apps, videos and programs you like faster and choose from a wider range of applications.. |
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Photos app The updated Photos app makes editing and viewing photos much easier. |
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Seamless docking Continue from where you left off after connecting/disconnecting the external monitor. |
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Snap Assist Snap Assist has layouts and groups that help arrange open windows into perfect grids.. |
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Touchscreen. New gestures make touch navigation much more intuitive.. |
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Updates Reduced size of downloaded updates in Windows 11.. |
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Widgets Photos. News. To do. Weather. Widgets help you find content that matters to you.. |
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Differences between different versions of Windows 11
Protective functions
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Function |
Windows 11 Home |
Windows 11 Pro |
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BitLocker device encryption If the device is lost or stolen, BitLocker locks everything so no one else can access the system and data. |
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Device encryption If you enable device encryption, only authorized people will be able to access your device and data.. |
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Find my device Keep track of your devices - even your digital pen! |
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Firewall and network protection The Windows device has built-in security features that help protect against viruses, malware and ransomware. |
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Internet security Windows Security's application and browser controls help protect your device from potentially dangerous applications, files, websites and downloads |
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Parental control and protection Once the family's Microsoft accounts are linked, you can manage screen time, limit access to adult content and control online purchases. |
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Safe start-up It helps prevent the loading of malicious applications and unauthorized operating systems during the boot process.. |
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Windows Hello It uses facial, fingerprint or PIN recognition to unlock Windows devices quickly, securely and without a password. |
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Windows Information Protection (WIP) It helps protect corporate applications and data from accidental data leakage on corporate and personal devices that employees bring to work.. |
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Windows Security.. Manage the security and health of your device. |
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Business management and implementation
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Funkcja |
Windows 11 Home |
Windows 11 Pro |
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Assigned Access Windows 11 Pro devices run different applications depending on the user, keeping individual identities separate and secure. |
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Dynamic Provisioning Take your new computer out of the box, turn it on and turn it into a powerful organizational device with minimal time and effort. |
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Enterprise State Roaming z Azure Available to any organization with an Azure AD Premium or Enterprise Mobility + Security (EMS) license, Enterprise State Roaming provides users with a unified experience on their Windows devices and reduces the time it takes to set up a new device.. |
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Group Rules Manage computers, user accounts and groups, and get easy access to files and printers by combining Windows 11 Pro with Windows Server. |
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Configuring Kiosk Mode Configure the device locally on the device or remotely using the Mobile Device Management application. |
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Microsoft Store for Business The only place to find, manage and distribute apps to Windows 11 devices in large quantities. |
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Mobile device management Mobile Device Management (MDM) provides an alternative to traditional PC management processes, so you can move to cloud-based management at your own pace.. |
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Support for Active Directory Joining a domain + group policies: IT staff can easily manage computers, user accounts and groups, security policies, and to easily access files and printers when Windows 11 Pro is connected to Windows Server.. |
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Support for Azure Active Directory Employees can use a single sign-on for Windows 11, Microsoft 365** and other Microsoft services, making it easy to manage logins and passwords. |
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Windows Update for Business It helps reduce management costs, provides control over the deployment of updates, enables efficient delivery of updates and provides access to the latest innovations.. |
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Summary
Windows 11 improves on what was already great about Windows 10 without losing too much, and once you figure out how everything works, the new OS is rarely harder to use. It's more customizable, and new tools like Desktops and Snap Assist give you more control over how you manage your screen and time.
Most importantly, if you don't like the changes, most of them can be safely ignored or changed back to the way you like them - even the Start button can be moved back to the lower left corner. And if you don't like the look of Windows 11, you can safely ignore it and continue using Windows 10 for years to come - although Microsoft will expect you to upgrade in the future.
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Sources::
https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/windows-11
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/compare-windows-11-home-vs-pro-versions
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