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    Windows 11 Pro for business

    Secure devices, data, and apps.

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    • Windows 11 security
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    Windows 11 security
    • Windows 11 security
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    Security out of the box

    Powerful, out-of-the-box protection, including phishing safeguards, passwordless security, and app control led to a reported 58% drop in security incidents with Windows 11 Pro devices.1

    • Get powerful protection on hybrid work devices with TPM 2.0 silicon-assisted security and data and identity safeguards. Get powerful protection on hybrid work devices with TPM 2.0 silicon-assisted security and data and identity safeguards.

    • Secure Boot and Trusted Boot work in tandem to prevent malware and corrupted components from loading when a Windows 11 Pro-enabled device turns on. Together, they help ensure booting up your device is safe and secure. Secure Boot and Trusted Boot work in tandem to prevent malware and corrupted components from loading when a Windows 11 Pro-enabled device turns on. Together, they help ensure booting up your device is safe and secure.

    • Streamline management of your hybrid workplace and protect your data with more control over apps and access from anywhere. Streamline management of your hybrid workplace and protect your data with more control over apps and access from anywhere.

    • Virtualization-based security (VBS) creates and isolates a virtual secure mode that can host solutions like Hypervisor-Enforced Code Integrity (HVCI) to strengthen code integrity policy enforcement. Virtualization-based security (VBS) creates and isolates a virtual secure mode that can host solutions like Hypervisor-Enforced Code Integrity (HVCI) to strengthen code integrity policy enforcement.

    • BitLocker Drive Encryption integrates with Windows 11 Pro and helps protect against data theft or exposure from lost or stolen computers. BitLocker Drive Encryption integrates with Windows 11 Pro and helps protect against data theft or exposure from lost or stolen computers.

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    Defend against evolving threats

    Shield your valuable data and enhance hybrid work security with advanced features that can enable a reported 2.8 times fewer instances of identity theft in businesses surveyed.1

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    • Enhanced phishing protection with Microsoft Defender SmartScreen warns users when they enter their Microsoft credentials into a malicious website. Enhanced phishing protection with Microsoft Defender SmartScreen warns users when they enter their Microsoft credentials into a malicious website.

    • Presence sensors work with Windows Hello to automatically sign you into your device when you approach and lock when you leave, helping keep you more secure, save battery power,2 and get back to work quickly.3 Presence sensors work with Windows Hello to automatically sign you into your device when you approach and lock when you leave, helping keep you more secure, save battery power,2 and get back to work quickly.3

    • Lose the password and strengthen security with Windows Hello for Business, which enables strong authentication with a PIN or biometric authentication.3 Lose the password and strengthen security with Windows Hello for Business, which enables strong authentication with a PIN or biometric authentication.3

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    Modern security management

    Streamline security management across diverse locations and extend security to the cloud. Deploy with confidence, knowing that 99.6% of applications are compatible with Windows 11.4

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    • Deploy and update Windows 11 with familiar tools like Windows Update for business. Deploy and update Windows 11 with familiar tools like Windows Update for business.

    • Easily deploy and remotely manage devices with cloud-based management tools like Microsoft Endpoint Manager, Azure Active Directory,5 and Windows Autopilot.6 Easily deploy and remotely manage devices with cloud-based management tools like Microsoft Endpoint Manager, Azure Active Directory,5 and Windows Autopilot.6

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    Business ready

    Empower employees across your organization with the right device for each work style. Hardware and software work together to deliver smart experiences, powerful security, and great performance.

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    • Organize snap layouts with a click or touch. You can also use snap layouts to organize web pages open in multiple Microsoft Edge browser tabs. Organize snap layouts with a click or touch. You can also use snap layouts to organize web pages open in multiple Microsoft Edge browser tabs.

    • Snap groups remember your layout, so you can seamlessly return to it even when you open another app or dock and undock your monitor. Snap groups remember your layout, so you can seamlessly return to it even when you open another app or dock and undock your monitor.

    • Enjoy effortless navigation and a more intuitive experience with a personalized File Explorer,7 Start menu app folders, and a centered Taskbar. Enjoy effortless navigation and a more intuitive experience with a personalized File Explorer,7 Start menu app folders, and a centered Taskbar.

    • Improved focus tools help you work with fewer distractions. You can even control your focus time from your Taskbar. Improved focus tools help you work with fewer distractions. You can even control your focus time from your Taskbar.

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    Work more securely, wherever work takes you

    Improve workflow, simplify IT management, and help keep your business safe with new, modern hardware powered by the most secure Windows yet.

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    Windows 11 Pro in action

    “Now work can happen wherever and whenever it's necessary.”

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    The right Windows to help keep your business secure

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    Windows 11 Pro for Workstations

    Equipped for the most demanding workloads with features like faster filesharing and advanced processing.

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    Windows 11 Enterprise

    For organizations with advanced security and management needs.

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    Minimum system requirements

    Windows 11 is designed for security and performance across a wide range of devices and configurations.

    List of all minimum system requirements for Windows 11
    Processor 1 gigahertz or faster with 2 or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor.
    Memory 4 gigabytes.
    Storage 64 gigabytes or larger storage device.
    System firmware UEFI, Secure Boot capable.
    List of all minimum system requirements for Windows 11
    TPM Trusted Platform Module 2.0.
    Graphics card Compatible with DirectX12 or later.
    Display resolution High-definition (720p) display that is greater than 9” diagonally.
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    Ready to upgrade? Check for compatibility

    Whether you’re upgrading for a single PC or a whole organization, our analysis tools help ensure your devices are ready for the latest version of Windows 11.

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    PC Health Check

    If you are using a Microsoft account, you can download and use the PC Health Check application to see if your device is compatible with Windows 11 Pro.

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    Endpoint analytics for IT admins

    For system-wide upgrades, Microsoft Endpoint Manager helps you to understand your organization's compatibility at scale.

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    Dive deeper into security and other Windows 11 Pro benefits

    Explore more ways to strengthen security and boost productivity—whether it’s with new devices or seamlessly integrated apps.

    Secured-core PCs

    Secured-core PCs are the most secure Windows PCs ever, with powerhouse protection out of the box that proactively helps prevent infections, protect information, and reduce security complexity.

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    Pluton protection designed by Microsoft

    Microsoft Pluton hardware security provides additional protection against sophisticated firmware-level attacks and is available on select devices.

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    Enhanced collaboration with Teams

    Windows 11 is designed to work seamlessly with Microsoft 365, including Microsoft Teams.

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    Windows release health

    Get information on the latest Windows releases and servicing milestones, plus resources and safeguards to help plan your next update.

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    Windows Update for Business

    Use Windows Update for Business to help ensure that devices anywhere have the latest security and Windows features.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Windows 11 is a community of professionals working together to make the most of their work. For any questions or concerns, check out some frequently asked questions below.

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    PCs with Windows 11 are available from a broad selection of retailers and our partners.

    We’ll send you a notification once your eligible PC has been tested and validated for the free upgrade. Or you can go to Windows Update and see for yourself. Please note that a significant download is required to complete this upgrade. ISP fees may apply in areas where the internet is metered.

    The upgrade to Windows 11 is for the same edition as you have on your Windows 10 device. Windows 11 Pro does not offer Windows 11 Pro in S mode, so you will need to switch out of S mode to upgrade.

    An update is a change within a version of a Windows product. An upgrade is when you change OS versions, for example moving from Windows 10 to Windows 11, or when you upgrade to a higher edition within the same OS version (e.g., Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro).

    Windows 11 is based on the same foundation as Windows 10, so it supports the same management tools that you are familiar with today.

    Yes, most applications, devices, and accessories that worked with Windows 10 are compatible with Windows 11. You can also check with the software, device, or accessory manufacturer to confirm compatibility. Microsoft offers App Assure, a service to help with any software or browser application compatibility issue that you may discover. Learn more at https://aka.ms/appassure.

    Most software and accessories that worked with Windows 10 also work with Windows 11. Check with your software publisher or accessory manufacturer for specific details on your products. Microsoft offers App Assure, a service to help with any software or browser app compatibility issue that you may discover. Learn more at https://aka.ms/appassure.

    Windows 11 for the enterprise helps increase engagement of each employee by bringing more intelligent, inclusive experiences across every job and workstyle. It balances information access and employee flexibility with addressing an ever-changing threat environment. In addition, it helps IT cut costs and complexity with cloud tools, streamlined devices, and management from anywhere.
    Windows 11 Enterprise E3 brings continuous value with cloud-powered capabilities available for immediate use upon release and predictable OS-based features updated annually and supported for 36 months.

    Most devices available for purchase today will be upgradeable to Windows 11. You will have the option to upgrade, clean install, or reimage Windows devices that are eligible to move to Windows 11. For Windows 7 and 8.1 devices that meet hardware requirements, you will need to clean install or reimage to go directly to Windows 11. Please view https://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-11-specifications. to access the full minimum hardware requirements and specs.

    Windows 11 has been built on the same core as Windows 10, so you’ll continue with the same experience you’re accustomed to.

    Yes, you can use Windows Autopilot for Windows 11 devices.

    Windows 10 remains supported through October 14, 2025, as originally announced at its launch. Customers using long-term service releases (LTSC and LTSB) will continue to be supported through those published end of support dates.

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