Windows 11 is Coming | The Techno Geekz
By: I Komang Mudana
Tags: Windows, Windows 11, Microsoft, Windows 10, Windows 11 Release Date

Windows 11’s new UI

Microsoft has finally released Windows 11, the newest operating system successor to Windows 10. But not yet available for now (at least when the article was written). Quoting from Microsoft’s official page,

Get ready “ Windows 11 isn’t here yet, but will be coming later this year. If you’re excited, there are some things you can do in the meanwhile to get ready. “

This new operating system will probably begin to be released in stages, starting at least from the end of 2021. The most suitable Windows 10 machines will receive automatic software upgrades first. The objective is to prevent the most recent software updates from being deployed on Windows 10 machines that may be incompatible or have problems.

If you can’t wait for the automatic upgrade, suitable Windows 10 users can manually download the final version of Windows 11 through an ISO file.

Windows 11 System Requirements

However, before beginning the installation procedure, Windows 10 users must check that their device satisfies the minimum specification requirements for running the Windows 11 operating system.

CPU : System-on-Chip (SoC) or 64-bit CPU with two cores (dual-core) or more with a speed of at least 1 GHz

: System-on-Chip (SoC) or 64-bit CPU with two cores (dual-core) or more with a speed of at least 1 GHz RAM : 4 GB

: 4 GB Storage : 64 GB

: 64 GB System firmware : UEFI, supports Secure Boot

: UEFI, supports Secure Boot TPM : Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0

: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0 GPU : Supports DirectX 12 or later and WDDM 2.0 driver

: Supports DirectX 12 or later and WDDM 2.0 driver Display : Screen larger than 9 inches with HD resolution (720p) supporting 8-bit per channel color system

: Screen larger than 9 inches with HD resolution (720p) supporting 8-bit per channel color system Other requirements: Internet connection and Microsoft account

Microsoft’s Windows Insider Program allows developers to preview Windows 11 in its early stages. Windows Insiders will be able to download the Windows 11 beta in the near future. This weekend brings the release of the first Windows 11 Insider build.

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Windows 11 vs Windows 10

UI

The interface is the most noticeable distinction between Windows 11 and Windows 10. (UI). Windows 11 now has a cleaner, more minimalist appearance, particularly in the taskbar and start menu. The menus are no longer on the left as in Windows 10.

Microsoft has moved them to the center of the screen, giving it an appearance comparable to the MacOS interface. The start menu has also been moved to the center of the screen. Nonetheless, some elements, such as the clock, connection, or battery, remain on the taskbar’s right side.

The start menu icon has also been updated.

The logo now has an angle whose position is not fixed. Not only in the icon area, but the display window (Windows) has a closer angle, rather than being crisp like the old windows. Another distinction between the two is the removal of the Live Tiles features in Windows 11.

Live Tiles is a Windows feature that shows a notification column with information such as the weather, calendar, or other information.

LOGO

Windows 11 Logo

Windows 11’s logo now resembles that of Windows 10. The Windows 11 logo resembles a front-facing window. The earlier form of the Windows logo was in the shape of four three-dimensional stylized boxes that resembled flags in a flying stance.

Not only the logo but the opening sound (Startup Sound) that is heard when the computer is turned on has also been updated.

Android Apps Support

Microsoft is introducing the ability to run Android applications without any additional changes for the first time in Windows 11. So far, Android applications can only be launched on the Windows operating system via an emulator or dual boot OS. These Android apps may be found in the Microsoft Store. Once downloaded, the program may be pinned to the taskbar or linked with other applications.

Microsoft uses Intel Bridge technology to allow Android applications to operate on x86 computers.

In addition to Intel-based computers, Android applications in Windows 11 now support AMD and ARM processors. This capability is similar to what Apple is doing with the M11 chip. As previously stated, the M11 chip allows iOS apps to run on the macOS operating system.

Widgets

Windows 11 has a number of new Widgets that are driven by Microsoft Edge and AI. When the pointer is moved to the left side of the screen, this widget appears. This widget may provide users with information such as weather, news, photographs, and more at a glance.

Integration with Teams

Microsoft has begun to include the Teams service into Windows 11. There is a specific button on the desktop that users may access. Users may utilize the Teams service to make video, text, or audio calls to other users.

Auto HDR for Game Mode

Microsoft is particularly interested in the gaming component. Microsoft included the Auto HDR feature in Windows 11 to please game enthusiasts. When playing games, this function will give good contrast and color.

Conclusion

Windows 11 will be available later this year. In order to avoid problems, automated upgrades will be sent first to the most suitable Windows 10 users.

There are so many new features and enhancements in Windows 10 that Windows users have been waiting for.