Important Announcement About Windows 11
Something New is Coming With Microsoft…
Microsoft’s Big Announcement
It happened in 1985, then in 1987, then again and again – can you guess what it is? It’s another Microsoft update! And this time it’s Windows 11 that will be making it’s appearance.
What is Windows 11?
Windows 11 will be the successor to Windows 10 and will bring about several changes, one of the most notable changes being how it looks.
Visually, the biggest changes you see will be found along the taskbar. Here are some of the main changes we’ll see:
- The design will be clean, with rounded corners, and a centred taskbar and Start menu.
- Microsoft Teams integration – teams will now be integrated directly into the taskbar.
- Access all the apps you need and multi-task with ease with tools like Snap layouts, Desktops, and a new more-intuitive redocking experience.
- Widgets can now be accessed from the taskbar and you can personalise them however you like.
- Windows 11 will include a new Windows Subsystem for Android, allowing Android apps to run on the familiar Windows desktop.
Widgets
Windows 11 brings you closer to the news and information you care about faster with Widgets – a new personalized feed powered by AI and best-in-class browser performance from Microsoft Edge.
Why Are We Telling You?
At brokenStones, we are a proactive business and want to keep you up to date with all the latest I.T. news and changes.
Windows 10 will be supported until October 2025, so you have a while to prepare but we want to keep you ahead of the curve. We are talking to you about this new update now so that we can help plan your I.T. Roadmap and help you to decide “what to buy, how to buy and when to buy”.
What Does This Mean For You as a Business?
As a business, you will need to prepare for this new update and ensure that your devices meet the requirements needed to upgrade to Windows 11 so that when Windows 10 stops being supported in 2025, you can upgrade to Windows 11.
It is important you update to Windows 11 before Windows 10 stops being supported, as after October 2025, we will no longer be able to support your Windows 10 machines. And you’ll no longer receive patches and security updates, leaving you vulnerable to attack.
System Requirements
Here are the requirements needed for Windows 11:
If your device is already running Windows 10, you can use the PC Health Check app to assess compatibility.
What Do You Need To Do?
Firstly, don’t panic! Time is on our side with this new update, and, as your proactive I.T. partner we’re here to help and advise you on the best things to do.
However, it’s good to be prepared, and with that in mind you should check that your current device meets the requirements needed for Windows 11. You can use the PC Health Check app to do this. If your device doesn’t meet the requirements you may wish to consider purchasing a new PC.
If you are wanting to purchase a new PC so you can upgrade to the newest version of Windows when it’s available, make sure to take advantage of the 130% Super Tax Deduction. Under this Super Tax Deduction, for every £1 you spend on qualifying plant and machinery equipment (such as computer equipment), you’ll get 25p back.
Find out more about this tax deduction here or contact us for more information.