Windows 11 features a new, centered Start Menu and Taskbar, giving it a more streamlined and modern look. The design emphasizes rounded corners, smoother animations, and a more consistent and cohesive user interface.
Snap Layouts and Snap Groups
Windows 11 enhances multitasking with Snap Layouts and Snap Groups, making it easier to organize and manage open windows and applications on your desktop.
Widgets
Widgets were reintroduced in Windows 11, providing quick access to information like news, weather, and calendar events, directly from the desktop.
Performance Improvements
Windows 11 is optimized for better performance, including improved gaming performance with features like DirectStorage and Auto HDR. It also benefits from enhanced support for ARM-based devices.
Microsoft Store Redesign
The Microsoft Store received a significant overhaul in Windows 11, offering a more user-friendly and diverse selection of apps, including support for Android apps through the Amazon Appstore.
Virtual Desktops and Productivity Enhancements
Windows 11 includes Virtual Desktops improvements and offers features like "Desktops for Everyone" to enhance productivity. A new feature called "Snap Groups" allows you to easily switch between sets of open applications.
Integration with Microsoft Teams
Windows 11 includes deep integration with Microsoft Teams, making it easier to communicate and collaborate with others through chat, video calls, and meetings.
System Requirements
Windows 11 introduced updated system requirements, including a requirement for a compatible 64-bit processor with TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot capabilities. These requirements were designed to ensure better security and performance on modern hardware.
Gaming Features
Windows 11 includes several gaming-focused features, such as Auto HDR, which improves graphics in compatible games, and DirectStorage, which speeds up game loading times.
Enhanced Touch and Pen Support
Windows 11 enhances touch and pen input support, making it more intuitive for users with touchscreen devices
Privacy and Security Enhancements
Windows 11 includes improved security features like Windows Defender Antivirus and enhanced biometric authentication options.
Compatibility Mode
Windows 11 includes a "compatibility mode" to run older Windows applications that may not be fully compatible with the new operating system.