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Introducing Windows 11 for business

Powerful for employees. Consistent for IT. Secure for all.

Windows 11 is designed for hybrid work

The most productive and secure version of Windows, yet simple for IT.

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Instantly productive

Reduce employee cognitive load with a simplified and streamlined UI, stay easily organized with Snap Layout and Snap Groups.2

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Smarter collaboration

With deeper Teams integration, have effective online meetings by sharing, muting and unmuting right from the taskbar.23

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Consistent for IT

Migrate with confidence using familiar IT tools with guaranteed application compatibility backed by App Assure.12

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The most secure Windows yet

A Zero Trust-ready OS with powerful built-in security, hardware-based isolation, encryption, and malware protection.2

Freedom of choice

People work differently. Explore the widest range to provide the right device for each employee for higher satisfaction and retention.

SHOP NOW
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Watch Panos Panay talk about Windows 11 for business

Our Chief Product Officer of Windows + Devices outlines what’s new and exciting with Windows 11 — and how you can get started.

Seamlessly transition to Windows 11

The next evolution of Windows is here. We have great tools for business of all sizes to help with the migration to Windows 11.

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Check for compatibility

For small business owners, download PC Health Check app. (Requires Microsoft Account) See if your PC can run Windows 11.

If your organization manages your updates please contact your company’s IT about getting Windows 11.

COMING SOON

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Get up-to-date and ready

Get ready to move to Windows 11 by checking that your Windows 10 PCs are compatible.

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Evaluate infrastructure and tools

Learn about your existing deployment tools that will help make Windows 11 deployment easy.

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Prepare for deployment

Windows 10 apps will be compatible, backed by App Assure1. Test critical apps and policies using a preview with Microsoft Insider Program.

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Minimum system requirements

Processor1 gigahertz (GHZ) or faster with 2 or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor
Memory4 GB RAM
Storage64 GB or larger storage device
System FirmwareUEFI, Secure Boot capable
TPMTrusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0
Graphics cardDirectX 12 compatible graphics / WDDM 2.x
Display resolution>9” with HD Resolution (720p)
Certain features require specific hardware. See detailed system requirements.

Frequently asked questions

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  • 1App Assure is available at no additional cost for eligible customers with 150+ seats. For more information on eligibility requirements, please navigate to this page.
  • 2Pre-release product shown, subject to change.
  • 3Microsoft Teams business features licensed separately.