Microsoft’s new OS gives Windows 10 a much-needed facelift, tighter security, and a better overall experience. More than six years after Microsoft launched Windows 10, Windows 11 is finally here. It’s been one of the longest waits between operating system versions in Microsoft history. Has it been worth the wait? More important, when (and if) … Read more
Although it’s being marketed to consumers, Windows 11 is really about helping businesses protect sensitive data. Seriously, who did Microsoft develop Windows 11 for? Only people who like centered taskbars? Only people who don’t mind “unlearning” how to get into task manager? Maybe not, but I’d argue that Windows 11 wasn’t designed for you and … Read more
If you’ve tried Windows 11 and for some reason want to go back to its predecessor, timing is key. The clock begins ticking as soon as you move to Windows 11. Here’s what to do. So, you’ve installed Windows 11, kicked the proverbial tires and taken it for spin — and now you want to … Read more
Data on the adoption of Microsoft’s newest OS shows uptake ranging from 1% to 9%. But most enterprises will likely wait until at least 2023 before broadly rolling out Windows 11. How fast is Windows 11 being adopted by users? The answer appears to be “hardly at all” to “slowly,” depending on which set of … Read more
We’ve collected some of the most salient points about the upcoming Windows 11, the ones enterprise IT admins will most need to know. So much for that promise. You know, the one Microsoft made six years ago when it told customers that Windows 10 was “the last version of Windows” they’d see. Instead, Windows 10 … Read more
Get the latest info on new preview builds of Windows 11 as they roll out to Windows Insiders. Now updated for Insider Preview Build 22000.65, released on July 8, 2021. In late June, Microsoft announced the upcoming release of Windows 11 and is now releasing early preview builds to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. Not everyone, … Read more
Microsoft has re-released its PC Health Check app, but not everyone can use it. Here’s how to use the tool and two third-party alternatives to assess a PC’s ability to upgrade to Windows 11. In late June, Microsoft announced Windows 11, noted that the upcoming OS would have more stringent hardware requirements than Windows 10, and … Read more
With the Oct. 5 launch date less than a month away, it’s time to think about when Windows users should move from 10 to 11. (Helpful hint: Don’t rush.) The date has been announced: Microsoft will start offering Windows 11 on Oct. 5 to computers that fully meet its hardware requirements. But should you update? With Windows … Read more
