Microsoft Windows 11 Home

The following are the notable features of Windows 11 Home: 

Microsoft Store

Download Windows apps and many more apps for your Windows tablet or computer. Browse thousands of free and paid apps by category, read user reviews, and compare ratings.

Microsoft Teams

Get Teams integrated directly into the Windows 11 Taskbar, making it easier to access. You'll be able to access Teams from Windows, Mac, Android, or iOS. 

Xbox Game Pass better gaming

Windows 11 Home now has certain features found in Xbox consoles, like Auto HDR and DirectStorage, to improve gaming on your Windows PC.

Remote (Virtual) desktop support (Client only)

Windows 11 lets you set up virtual desktops to allow you to toggle between multiple desktops for personal, work, school, or gaming use. Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection lets you remotely connect to another PC from anywhere. It’s disabled by default in Windows 11.

Windows Hello

Sign in to your Microsoft windows users account with Windows Hello. Windows 11 allows you to sign in to your device on the lock screen and sign in to your account on the web using Windows Hello.

Device encryption

Windows 11 Home, like Windows 10 Home has Device Encryption. Windows device encryption is a security feature in Windows 11 that helps protect your data by encrypting the system drive. Only authorized individuals can access your device and data if device encryption is enabled.

Firewall and network protection

Included in Windows 11 Home, Firewall & network protection in Windows Security lets you view the status of Microsoft Defender Firewall and see what networks your device is connected to. 

Feel protected and stay safe. 

Internet protection

Security is a big part of Windows 11 Home, but so is delivering productivity and a good experience with all the security features turned on. This is why Internet Protection is included in the system to protect you from Internet-related attacks.

Parental controls/protection

Privacy starts with putting you in control. You should have the tools and information to make informed choices. You can manage your data saved to the cloud.

Secure Boot

This is a security standard developed by members of the PC industry to help make sure that a device boots using only software that is trusted by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). When the PC starts, the firmware checks the signature of each piece of boot software, including UEFI firmware drivers (also known as Option ROMs), EFI applications, and the operating system. If the signatures are valid, the PC boots and the firmware gives control to the operating system. As an IT developer and a member of the Windows insider program, you know this feature is a big deal.

Windows Defender Antivirus

In Windows 11 Home, there’s Windows Security App and Microsoft Defender Antivirus program to keep you safe -- Protect your data and devices.

Snap Groups and Snap Layouts

These are collections of the android apps you're using at once that sit in the Taskbar and can come up or be minimized at the same time for easier task switching. Isn’t Windows 11 Home Great? 

They also let you plug and unplug from a monitor more easily without losing where your open windows are located.

Other features 

• Start Menu: Get quick access to frequently used programs and documents. The  Windows 11 menu is fully customizable. You can resize it to manage the layout of interactive dynamic Live Tiles tiles with a clean install.
• Hybrid Pc support: Windows 11 automatically detects when a device is transferred to another mode of operation and independently optimizes the display to operate in the appropriate mode.
• A new graphic theme. After the Fluent Design which aimed to make Windows more fluid and animated, Microsoft introduces a new clear graphic theme or Windows Light theme with a tweak of dark mode features and improved system icons.
• Device Guard: Device Guard protects against new and unknown malware versions and constant threats of increased complexity.
• Cortana set back. The voice assistant is decoupled from the Start menu and the search engine of the OS and now integrates directly into the Windows taskbar. “This will allow each experience to benefit from independent innovations to better serve their audience and their use cases,” argues Microsoft.
• Improved email client: Quickly connect and share files with the people and groups that matter most. Simplify your life with tools that help you take control of your email and schedule.

The minimum system requirements of Windows 11 Home include: 

Note: If you are unsure whether your PC meets these requirements, you can check with your PC Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or, if your device is already running Windows 10, you can use the PC Health Check app to assess compatibility.

• Processor: 1GHz (gigahertz ) or faster with 2 or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor or System on a Chip (SoC)
• Memory (RAM): 4GB (gigabyte )
• Storage: 64 GB or larger storage device
• System firmware: UEFI, Secure Boot capable
• TPM: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0
• Graphics card: Compatible with DirectX 12 or later with WDDM 2.0 driver
• Display: High definition (720p) display that is greater than 9” diagonally, 8 bits per color channel
• Internet connection and Microsoft accounts: Windows 11 Home edition requires internet connectivity and a Microsoft account to complete device setup on first use.

**For all Windows 11 editions, internet access is required to perform updates and to download and take advantage of some features. A Microsoft account is required for some features.