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Everything You Need to Know About Windows 11<\/h2>\n

In the fall of 2021, Windows will be releasing its new operating system: Windows 11<\/a>. Big improvements and new features are on the horizon for this new OS.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s take a look at what you can expect.<\/p>\n

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What\u2019s New With Windows 11?<\/h3>\n

We all know that past Windows modifications have been all too often catastrophic for users (we all remember Windows 8, right?). Certainly, many tech gurus are understandably wary of Windows 11 for this very reason.<\/p>\n

The hopeful news, however, is that Windows\u2019 recent \u201cWhat\u2019s Next for Windows\u201d event got fairly good reviews. Here are some of the main changes that users can look forward to.<\/p>\n

A Whole New Look, Including a New UI (User Interface) Design<\/h3>\n

The entire look of Windows has changed to what will hopefully be a more fluid, attractive design. Productivity is at the forefront, however, so the design will ideally fade into the background and functionality will take center stage.<\/p>\n

One useful feature is the grid layout system, which allows you to predetermine where you want your apps to be located on the screen. A \u201cSnap Navigator\u201d helps you rearrange windows with ease.<\/p>\n

Also, the Taskbar is on the move.<\/p>\n

For what seems like time immemorial, the Taskbar has been on the bottom left of the Windows screen. We also had the live tiles, which are now gone. Now, your pinned and running apps will be moved to the middle (just as they are on Apple computers). You\u2019ve still got \u201cStart\u201d over to the left, though \u2014 that hasn\u2019t changed.<\/p>\n

An Easier Way to Chat in Teams<\/h3>\n

Since the beginning of the pandemic, Microsoft Teams has been used by an exceedingly large population. Riding on this popularity wave, Windows has built the chat app directly into the Taskbar for ease of use. It\u2019s simple to share pictures, videos, texts, and files with anyone, including family members, friends, and work associates. Calls can also be directly made from the Taskbar app, and there\u2019s a handy mute button nearby when you want to turn your sound off.<\/p>\n

Widgets Are In Again<\/h3>\n

Over the years, we\u2019ve seen widgets come in and go out of style with both Windows interfaces and Apple computers. With Windows 11, widgets are back again, and they will use Edge for rendering as well as AI-powered personalization features. You can expand any widget to fit the entire screen and use it for tasks such as looking through Photos, scheduling on your Calendar, and organizing your to-dos.<\/p>\n

Windows 11 Has the Touch<\/h3>\n

The overall touch experience has been enhanced with the new OS as well. Several new finger gesture options will be featured, and these will allow for faster changes between apps and easier manipulation of windows and images. Those users who make use of the Pen Workspace will be happy with the new usability improvements as well, including easy pinning of apps to the launch bar and a more fluid configuration overall.<\/p>\n

Other Features<\/h3>\n

Here are several other features you can look forward to with Windows 11:<\/p>\n