Windows 11 Overview

Redesigned Start Menu and Taskbar

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New Taskbar Features

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Revamped Window Management

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Redesigned Microsoft Store

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Gaming Enhancements

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Widgets

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Integration with Microsoft Teams

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System Requirements

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Android App Support

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Enhanced Gaming Features

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Windows 11 Overview

Redesigned Start Menu and Taskbar

Windows 11 featured a centered Start Menu and Taskbar, which was a departure from the left-aligned layout in Windows 10.

New Taskbar Features

The Taskbar included new features like the ability to pin apps, access the Start Menu, and see open applications and notifications.

Revamped Window Management

Windows 11 introduced improved window management features, including Snap Layouts and Snap Groups, making it easier to organize and multitask with multiple open windows.

Redesigned Microsoft Store

The Microsoft Store received a visual overhaul and was said to offer a better selection of apps and games. Developers were also given more flexibility in distributing their software through the store.

Gaming Enhancements

Windows 11 was expected to come with gaming improvements, including support for DirectX 12 Ultimate, Auto HDR, and DirectStorage for faster loading times in compatible games.

Widgets

A new Widgets feature was introduced, allowing users to access personalized information and widgets for weather, news, calendar, and more.

Integration with Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams was integrated into the Windows 11 Taskbar, making it easier for users to access and use the popular communication and collaboration platform.

System Requirements

Windows 11 was expected to have higher system requirements compared to Windows 10. It required a compatible 64-bit processor with at least 1 GHz clock speed, 4 GB of RAM, and 64 GB of storage, among other requirements.

Android App Support

Microsoft announced plans to bring Android app support to Windows 11 through the Amazon Appstore, allowing users to run Android apps on their PCs.

Enhanced Gaming Features

Windows 11 was expected to include features like DirectX 12 Ultimate support, which could offer improved gaming performance and visuals for compatible hardware.