TPM - Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0.

System firmware - UEFI, Secure Boot capable.

Storage - 64 GB or larger storage device.

Processor - 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster with 2 or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor or System on a Chip (SoC).

Hardware compatibility can be checked with two apps, the official PC Health Check app developed by Microsoft and open-source solution WhyNotWin11. Windows 11 is available for FREE to all Windows 10 users who have compatible PC.

It is important to note that those Android apps will be offered on Microsoft Store in collaboration with the Amazon android app store. Under the hood, Windows 11 hides an incredible variety of new tools, services, and optimizations that go from the ability to resize windows to much more versatile virtual grids (similarly as is available in the PowerToys app and its FancyZones service), all the way to the full integration of Android apps that can be run straight on the Win11 desktop same as any other app. This makes the entire OS enticing and approachable for both novices and seasoned users. The entire OS is full of new animations, transitions, and the main visual theme features a very eye-catching style of frosted glass. Other taskbar icons cover a wide variety of bundled apps, which among others include the latest version of Microsoft Edge web browser and fully optimized Microsoft Teams app for easy online communication via text, audio, and video. The leftmost icon activates the new Start Menu which is redesigned to showcase the most commonly used apps, recent files, and easy access to full app listing and search.

The biggest change is in the taskbar, which now houses a centered row of larger icons than on any previous version of Windows OS.

The most noticeable new feature of Windows 11 is its user interface that every PC user will have to interact with every day. In its core, Windows 11 does not represent a complete rebuild of Windows 10 but is instead a massive upgrade that aims to improve all aspects of its functioning while retaining full compatibility with all legacy apps that hundreds of millions of Win10 users today use. With a fresh new feel and tools that make it easier to be efficient, it has what you need for whatever’s next. Family, friends, obsessions, music, creations - Windows 11 OS is the one place for it all.

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