Windows 11 is the latest version of Microsoft's operating system Windows. It was released in October 2021, succeeding Windows 10 which has been around since 2015. In the near future, we will upgrade many of Dalarna University's computers from Windows 10 to Windows 11.

Why is the upgrade to Windows 11 happening?

The main reasons for the upgrade are higher IT security and better performance. In addition to that, Windows 11 has a new design that is appreciated by many.

Get started with Windows 11:

As said, Windows 11 has a slightly different look. Here's a quick rundown to what you see on the screen.

The Start button (1) is the square button that has previously sat at the bottom left of the screen, but has now become centered. When you click on it, the Start menu  (2) will open. Tapping All apps (3) brings up an alphabetical list of all the apps (programs) installed on your PC. 

Another important tool is Search (4), which is the small magnifying glass next to the Start button. The search function searches your apps, documents, settings and even on the web. You can also search directly from the search box in the start menu (5).