Windows 11, officially released on October 5, 2021, represents a significant evolution from its predecessor, Windows 10. It introduces a refreshed user interface with rounded corners, updated fonts, and a consistent design across various elements like the Start menu, Taskbar, Notifications, Settings, and File Explorer.

Aside from the initial 21H2 version, the operating system has undergone several major updates:

This section will contain all Windows 11-related articles, including news, tutorials, editorials, and reviews.

Windows 11 details

  • OS: Windows 11
  • Current version: 24H2
  • Build: 26100
  • Release date: October 1, 2024
  • End of support for consumers: October 13, 2026
  • End of service for business: October 12, 2027

Windows 11 system requirements

  • Processor: 1GHz or faster CPU or System on a Chip (SoC) with two or more cores.
  • RAM: 4GB.
  • Hard drive: 64GB or larger.
  • System firmware: UEFI, Secure Boot capable.
  • TPM: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0.
  • Graphics: Compatible with DirectX 12 or later with WDDM 2.0 driver.
  • Display resolution: High-definition (720p) display greater than 9” diagonally, 8 bits per color channel.
  • Networking: Microsoft account and internet connection.

While these are the standard requirements, you can still upgrade a computer with unsupported hardware to Windows 11. However, the device must meet some basic hardware criteria, including a 64-bit processor with at least two cores and the POPCNT instruction, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, and TPM 1.2.

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