what changed Finally released "Windows 11" Featured new features

https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2021/08/31/windows-11-available-on-october-5/

US Microsoft started the release of "Windows 11" on October 5th. In the future, not only will upgrades from "Windows 10" to Windows 11 be provided for free, but PCs with Windows 11 installed from the beginning will also be sold. In this article, I will introduce everything from Windows 11 installation tips to new features to watch.

Check Windows Update first

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There are two ways to update your computer to Windows 11: automatic upgrade using "Windows Update" and manual upgrade by downloading an ISO file.

You can check if you can upgrade to Windows 11 by selecting Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for updates.

If upgrade to Windows 11 is not available through Windows Update, you can download the ISO file using the installation assistant from the Windows 11 software download page. However, you need to check if your computer meets the minimum system requirements for Windows 11 here.

Redesigned interface

https://www.microsoft.com/ja-jp/windows/windows-11

The first change in Windows 11 is that the interface has been revamped, centering on the desktop. The Start button and app icons are centered on the taskbar, and Start appears in the center of the screen as well. This is a design that assumes use on a large screen display with a wide desktop on the left and right.

"Snap Layout" and "Snap Group" functions that cleverly arrange windows in half of the screen or in the four corners are also available. Widgets now display news collected by AI (artificial intelligence).

The video chat service "Microsoft Teams" is integrated into the taskbar. A function that allows you to share recently opened folders by connecting an iPhone or Android smartphone seems to be useful.

From games to smartphone apps

https://news.microsoft.com/ja-jp/2021/06/25/210625-introducing-windows-11/

As a big topic of Windows 11, it is also worth noting that Android apps work. This makes it possible to download apps from the Windows 11 standard "Microsoft Store" via Amazon's "Amazon Appstore". Services that do not have desktop apps, such as TikTok, can be used with a familiar interface.

For games, you can use more than 100 titles of PC games by using "Xbox Game Pass for PC" or "Xbox Game Pass Ultimate". In addition, the Auto HDR function automatically improves the display quality of various games.

The release of Windows 11, the first major update in six years. It is equipped with many functions that improve usability, from office work to hobbies and games. If your PC supports upgrade, please try it after backing up important data.

Text / Naoki Tsukamoto