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Latest news on Windows 11, Microsoft's latest operating system, covering updates, features, system requirements, security patches, AI integration and compatibility changes for PC users.
Windows 11, released on 5 October 2021, represents Microsoft's most significant operating system update since 2015. With an estimated 23% share of all PCs and growing presence across 32% of Windows devices worldwide, it marks a major shift in Microsoft's approach to desktop computing.
Recent developments focus on artificial intelligence integration, with Microsoft adding features like Copilot and the upcoming Recall function for Copilot+ PCs. The system continues to evolve with regular updates, including enhanced security features and user interface improvements. However, some controversy remains around its stricter hardware requirements, including the need for TPM 2.0 and specific processor generations.
The operating system has transformed the user experience with its centred taskbar, redesigned Start menu, and improved window management through Snap Layouts. Microsoft Teams integration and widgets provide new ways for users to connect and stay informed, while the Microsoft Store offers broader access to applications, including traditional Win32 apps.
Windows 11's development marked a departure from Microsoft's earlier statement that Windows 10 would be the "last version of Windows". The system builds upon cancelled Windows 10X elements, incorporating a new visual design influenced by the Fluent Design System, with features like translucency, shadows, and rounded geometry throughout the interface.
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