New Software update by Microsoft
After the
long wait of over half a decade (Windows 10, released in 2015) the latest
version of the operating system for Microsoft has been launched. Millions of
its users will be able to avail the new OS (operating system) later this year. From the start menu
to gaming, Microsoft is revamping its old version for a new one. They promise the
users a fresh and sleek design with multiple features and hassle free,
decluttered smooth operating User Interface (UI). Microsoft has officially
launched the new look of Windows 11 on the 24 of June 2021, a week after its
leak.
A walkthrough of Windows 11:
To begin
with, the Start menu unlike the older version is now centralized, that is, it’s
located in the center of the task bar rather than the bottom left corner .It can
be selected by clicking on the new Start icon which has four equal sized
squares in comparison to the previous version with window panels widening from
left to right. The new menu has both pinned apps, recommended files and apps including
a search bar on the top that serves a dual purpose of surfing the net as well
as, searching the device.
Due to the
pandemic, more people are dependent on their devices, be it work or school so,
it comes as no surprise that the Microsoft has managed to integrate the Teams a chat and videoconferencing software application
to the taskbar. One can use this feature to text, chat, voice or video call
with their contacts across every kind of operating system (windows, android or
iOS).
Windows 11 Widgets they are personalized feeds that have been
upgraded from the Windows 10 version, it’s for the convenience of the user to
have a quick glance at the weather, top-news stories, calendar and maps or
perhaps check the stock market. The Widget
layout slides in from the left hand side of Windows 11 which can be maximized to full size if desired.
One new
feature that marked the upgraded OS is Snap Layouts,
Snap Groups and Desktops. The Snap Layouts
smoothly enables users working with multiple apps a side to side presence on
screen for multitasking purposes. Snap Groups are
an ensemble of multiple apps that users can access unhindered quickly even
after a break, from the taskbar. Desktop can
be used to customize wallpaper and create multiple Desktop for work,
entertainment or gaming.
For
all the gamers out there Microsoft delivers a feast, with OS that features
technology like Auto HDR to enhance graphic
performance such as wider range of brightness and color for all-round visual
experience. The DirectX12 Ultimate can provide an in-depth graphics at high
frame rates.
Windows
11unlike its predecessor will support DirectStorage
technology, well of course with the compatible hardware and drivers, for
detailed game worlds and smooth loading without time consumption or lagging.
The
Xbox App is now built into the Windows11
this enables easy access to Game Pass, allowing the user to browse and play
over 100 PC games of varied genres. With Xbox Game
Pass Ultimate gamers can experience Xbox Cloud Gaming on Windows PC via
a browser and with the cross play and cross save they can play these games with
ease across devices.
Users
who previously faced dilemmas, unable to download any android apps from the
Microsoft store, fret not anymore as the tech giant has introduced a new
Microsoft store as a single console for apps, games and media like TV or movies
on Windows 11. The store will include its own and third party apps like Visual
Studios, Disney+, Adobe Creative Cloud, Zoom and Canva. The Android apps are
made available to the users via the Amazon App store. Microsoft made this into
a reality with the help of Amazon and Intel.
There
is no definite release date as of yet, even though there is an expectation of
the windows 11 to be available by October, perhaps this year. Free upgradation is
available for all those with Windows 10 PCs and on new PCs according to
Microsoft. If you want to know whether you’re eligible or not just go to Windows.com
and download the PC Health Check app.
