Windows 11 (version 21H2)

Windows 11 (version 21H2) was released on October 4, 2021. It is the first stable version of Windows 11.

Windows 11 (21H2) – October 2021 first look:

Windows 11 21H2 (October 2021 Update) Home, Pro, Enterprise & Education 32 Bit / 64 Bit Official ISO Disc Image Download.

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This is the initial stable release and almost everything is new for users.

What’s New in Windows 11?

Here is a list of new features in version:

• Windows Antivirus performance improvement
• Group Policy enhancement
• Speed optimization
• 7 GB reserved disk space for painless future updates.
• Light and dark theme modes.
• Optimized Start menu
• The search bar and Cortana are now separate.
• All files on PC are searchable in the Start menu search bar.
• New icons
• Sign in using a Microsoft PIN instead of a Windows login password.
• Freedom to uninstall more apps.
• Windows update icon in the system tray.
• Notepad improvements

Removed features:

• Friendly dates in File Explorer
• Account banner in Settings
• People app

Windows 11 basic features

Microsoft though introduces new features and sometimes removes old features from Windows 11, there are some core features that are the core part and became the identity of Win 10.

These features might vary in each version but we will have a look at them in general.

• Start menu: Centralized Start menu combined with modern apps.
• Cortana Assistant: a virtual assistant which recognizes voice commands.
• Microsoft Edge (web browser): an excellent browser with modern features.
• Task View: view and manage multiple tasks easily.
• Notification Center: all notifications appear here that need your attention.
• Settings: More configurations moved from the conventional Control Panel to Settings.
• Windows 11 updates: get regular, feature, security, and critical updates as soon as released.
• Supports desktop PC, laptops, tablets, and phones.
• Open apps in full screen and normal window.
• Optimized UI for touch screen devices (without keyboard and mouse).
• DirectX 12: get maximum advantage of your hardware and feel the best graphics quality for games and video.
• Game bar: a dedicated set of controls to make your gaming experience more fun and useful.

Windows 11 Screenshots

Windows 11 Editions

Windows 11 has the following major editions:

1. Home
2. Pro
3. Enterprise
4. Education
5. Pro Education
6. Pro for Workstations
7. IoT Enterprise
8. Mixed Reality

There are some other editions like Enterprise LTSC and a few others but these editions are not a part of the regular release. Microsoft sometimes releases these editions and sometimes skips them. Besides skipping, Microsoft can replace or terminate such editions. So users should focus on regular editions which are released with each version update and get the latest updates regularly.

Microsoft has not released Windows 11 Ultimate edition just like Windows 7 Ultimate. It might never release because there was no ultimate edition released for Windows 8 and even for Windows 10 as well.

Let’s have a look at how each edition is different from others and which edition of Windows 11 is best for you.

Windows 11 Home

The home edition is the basic edition of Windows 11. It is suitable for normal computing. If you use your computer for general purposes and simple office work then you can use the home edition. Don’t underestimate the Home edition by its name because it is not as basic as you might consider. Unlike Windows 7 home editions, Windows 11 Home has more freedom and features. For example, one limitation of Home is that it supports only up to 128 GB RAM memory on the 64-bit version. Seriously, this is 2021 and there is no 128 GB memory available in markets. A maximum of 16 GB of RAM is installed in the best gaming computers.

Windows 11 Pro (Professional)

Professional edition is suitable for smart businesses and professionals who use the computer as an important part of their working environment such as photography, video editing, troubleshooting, virtualization, etc.

Windows 11 Pro edition includes all features included in the Home edition, plus the following features:

• BitLocker
• Windows To Go
• Hyper-V
• Joining Windows domain

and more features useful for business.

64-bit version of Windows 11 Pro supports up to 2 TB of RAM.

Windows 11 Enterprise

Enterprise edition is designed for large businesses, organizations, and IT professionals. Overall, it has most features than all other editions. Though it seems a great choice with maximum features, most of its features might be not practically usable by you or your company.

Windows 11 Enterprise edition is suitable for organizations who are either dealing in the IT profession or has a dedicated team of IT professionals to manage complicated tasks. It is generally observed that the Enterprise edition is not suitable for individuals and non-IT literate organizations.

You will need Microsoft Volume License to activate and use the Enterprise edition.

Enterprise edition covers almost all features of the Pro edition, plus the following features:

• AppLocker
• Device Guard
• DirectAccess
• Virtualization
• Microsoft Apps

and more features useful for business.

64-bit version of Windows 11 Enterprise supports up to 2 TB RAM.

Windows 11 Education

The education edition of Windows 11 is developed for academic institutes like schools, colleges, universities, libraries, etc. Microsoft Academy Volume License is required to activate and use Windows 11 Education.

This edition has almost the same features as Enterprise except for some business-level features. All features of Windows 11 Pro are covered in the Education edition.

How to Get Windows 11 update?

There are three recommended ways to get the latest update:

1. Download via Windows 11 Media Creation Tool
2. Upgrade using Windows 11 Update Assistant Tool
3. Download Windows 11 ISO (Bootable Disc Image)

Here is how to use each of these methods:

Download via Windows 11 Media Creation Tool

Microsoft has launched Media Creation Tool for Windows 11 download and upgrade. You can upgrade your existing Windows OS using the upgrade option. It will save your existing Windows files to recover in the future (if needed) and upgrade to the latest version of Windows 11 while keeping your apps, documents, and personal files at the same place and condition as they were before the upgrade.

Alternatively, you can download the latest ISO file or create bootable installation media of Windows 11 using the Media Creation Tool. Downloading Windows 11 ISO file is a more flexible option because you can save ISO file and use it in various ways; like mount, ISO to upgrade Windows 11 or create bootable USB/DVD from an ISO file using Rufus or your favorite Windows ISO to USB creator tool.

If you choose to directly create a USB/DVD instead of downloading a Windows ISO image file, you will need to insert a USB with at least 8 GB storage capacity. Don’t forget to backup USB data before you start creating Windows 11 installation media creation process because all data on the USB flash drive will erase.

Download Windows 11 Media Creation Tool here.

Upgrade using Windows 11 Update Assistant Tool

Windows 11 Update Assistant (also known as Windows 11 Upgrade Assistant) is the best tool if you want to upgrade to Windows 11 latest version. This tool requires an internet connection till the upgrade process is finished. The upgrading will fail if the internet connection is lost during downloading Windows 11 installation files.

Update Assistant is a fantastic software to update as it guides you in a step-by-step installation wizard to finish in the simplest way. It has a few steps to make upgrading easy. Once the downloading process starts, you can minimize Windows 11 Update Assistant program and keep using Windows. The program will notify you when everything is ready and you will need to restart your computer.

Download Windows 11 Update Assistant here.

Download Windows 11 ISO (Disc Images)

This is the best, easiest and most flexible method to get your desired version. You can use the ISO in different ways, like:

• Save the ISO file for later use.
• Reuse ISO files for multiple computers.
• Create many USB/DVD installation media for Windows 11.
• Mount ISO to upgrade Windows 11 as fast as possible.

You can use Media Creation Tool to download Windows 11 ISO file but that requires you an extra step of downloading the Media Creation Tool first. Downloading may fail and restart from the beginning if the internet connection is lost. On the other hand, you can download latest version of Windows 11 ISO from Windowstan. Links are given below:

Download Windows 11 ISO (Full Version)

All 4 editions of Windows 11 are here. Select your favorite edition.

Note: Following links will take you to the latest version of Windows 11 (instead of the version listed in this post).

How to install Windows 11 from USB/DVD

Once you have created the ultimate Windows 11 bootable USB using the Rufus of any other tool (as mentioned above), you are ready to install Windows 11 using this USB flash drive.

Make sure you have Win 10 installation USB disc with you. Plug this flash drive into the USB port of a computer, then start (or restart) the computer and follow these steps:

• Press the boot menu key (usually F9 for most computers) and select the USB drive from the list.
• Press any key on your keyboard when prompted.
• Windows installation files will take a while to load and Windows 11 installer setup will start.

Prepare your computer for Win 10 Installation

Now you are in installation setup. Follow further steps to start and finish the installation process.

• Choose a language, time and currency format, keyboard or input method for your computer.
• Press Next button
• Press Install Now button to start installation at this stage.
• Wait a few seconds while setup begins.
• Windows license terms dialog box will appear. Check the box with the label I accept the license terms and press the Next button.
• Choose the type of installation; upgrade to upgrade existing Windows or Custom (advanced) for a fresh clean installation.
• On the next screen, select the drive you want to install Windows 11. Usually, it is the same drive you already have installed operating system.
• Select drive and format or press the Next button to auto format. A confirmation box will appear before formatting, select OK to format and continue.

Windows 11 setup (files copying and installation)

Now setup will start copying Windows files, expanding files, features installation and install updates included in ISO file. This process will take a while (about 10-30 minutes) to finish and then your computer will restart automatically.

Next, Windows will start for the first time after installation. Just wait again while Windows 11 setup updates registry files and starts services.

Setup will finalize the installation process and restarts your computer again.

The actual setup of Windows 11 installation is complete here. But you still have to configure things before you can actually start using Windows.

Windows 11 Basic Configuration (after setup)

This time, after the restart, setup will prepare your computer for first use, check video performance, and a few other things.

Next, a dialog box will appear where you can enter the user name and computer name.

The next screen will ask you enter a password for login to Windows 11. This is optional. You can skip passwords by leaving boxes blank and press Next button.

Next dialog box will ask you to enter Windows 11 Product Key. Well, this is also a kind of optional step. You can enter the key if you have or skip this step and press next to continue to install Windows 11 without the product key.

Now on the next screen, choose an update option out of the following 3 options:

1. Use recommended settings (to install all updates)
2. Install important updates only (to install only security and critical updates)
3. Ask me later (do not enable automatic updates)

Next, set your time and date settings. Choose a Time zone and setup will try to automatically set time and date according to your country’s standard time. If it does not, you can set the time and date manually.

In the next screen, choose a network type. Home Network is usually appropriate for most users. Press next and Windows will try to connect to your chosen network.

Almost done, Windows will prepare your desktop. This is also an automated step. Just wait a few seconds and your fresh Windows 11 desktop will appear in front of you.

All done. Just feel the delight and start using Windows 11 edition.

How to install Windows 11 on Virtual Machines?

For some reason, if you want to install Win 10 on virtual machines like VirtualBox or VMware etc. Here is a brief guide for these types of applications.

How to install Windows 11 on VirtualBox?

First of all, download VirtualBox for Win 10 (if you do not have it already).

1. Download Windows 11 ISO image from the download section (above on top of this page)
2. Launch VirtualBox and start creating a new virtual machine.
3. Now select Windows 11 ISO image and accept default settings.
4. Start the virtual machine you just created and continue with Windows 11 setup installer.

Installation on VirtualBox is almost the same as normal installation on a real computer.

How to install Windows 11 on VMware

First of all, download VMware (if you do not have it already).

1. Download the Windows 11 ISO image from download section (above on top of this page)
2. Launch VMware and start creating a new virtual machine.
3. Now select Windows 11 ISO image and accept default settings.
4. Start the virtual machine you just created and continue with Windows 11 setup installer.

Installation on VirtualBox is almost the same as normal installation on a real computer.

Learn more about how to install Windows 11 in this guide.

Windows 11 FAQs

Here are some most asked questions which we have compiled for you. You will find answers to the most common questions about Win 10.

• Where Can I Download Windows 11 64 Bit?

Answer: The download link is provided on the same page you are looking at right now.

• Which version of Windows 11 is best for me and my PC / Laptop?

Answer: It depends on your needs and your laptop or pc capabilities. Win 10 version is the best edition with the most complete features. You can do almost anything on it without feature restrictions.

• How to Get Windows 11 ISO [Full and Genuine]?

Answer: From the fruit shop in your street (joking). Just find and click on download link for Windows 11 pc on this page.

• How can I Get upgrade Windows 11 Seven Full Version Genuine?

Answer: There are several upgrade options. Microsoft Windows support team will assist you best according to your exact demands.

• How to Get Official Support?

Answer: Go to the Microsoft Windows Official Website for support and more options.

• How to Download Windows 11?

Answer: Use the Download link/button on this page and the download will start.

Learn more in Windows 11 FAQs section here.

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