Anyone Using Windows 11?

United States
February 3, 2022 8:16am CST
My computer is ready to update from Windows 10 to Windows 11 and my question is... Are there many differences or is it basically similar to Windows 10. I hate change and not very computer savvy and a little leery of switching over. Any advice would greatly be appreciated
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Anna
@LadyDuck (469488)
• Switzerland
3 Feb 22
I do not use Windows anymore, I switched to Linux. My husband tested and he told me there is not a big difference between 10 and 11.
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Anna
@LadyDuck (469488)
• Switzerland
4 Feb 22
@Marilynda1225 - Check your system first, Windows 11 only runs on devices with Intel Core i Series 8th. Some people started the upgrade and had their system messed up.
MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (82363)
• United States
3 Feb 22
Thats good to know Anna Thanks for telling me
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sclint
@stewartclint (205)
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4 Feb 22
@LadyDuck (image: lewing@isc.tamu.edu Larry Ewing and The GIMP)
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Valerie J. Routhieaux
@just4him (317022)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
3 Feb 22
From what I've seen, it should be easy and friendly. I don't have it, but I will get it when I have the opportunity. My computer isn't compatible or I would have downloaded it by now.
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (82363)
• United States
3 Feb 22
that's encouraging Valerie because I'm so scared to switch over and not be able to navigate through it.
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (82363)
• United States
3 Feb 22
@just4him that's a good idea
Valerie J. Routhieaux
@just4him (317022)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
3 Feb 22
@Marilynda1225 If you go to Microsoft, you can take a tour of the new Windows 11 before buying or downloading it.
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snowy
@snowy22315 (178806)
• United States
3 Feb 22
Ha, don't ask me...this computer is running win 8.1! I do have win 10 on another computer, but I like this one.
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (82363)
• United States
3 Feb 22
I don't have any trouble with 10 but I keep getting messages that the computer wants to update
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snowy
@snowy22315 (178806)
• United States
3 Feb 22
@Marilynda1225 Well, if it is free. might as well I guess.
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (82363)
• United States
4 Feb 22
@snowy22315 yes its free
Jabo
@jaboUK (64354)
• United Kingdom
4 Feb 22
I got Windows 11 just after Christmas and I've not noticed any changes at all. Like you I was doubtful (on the grounds of 'if it ain't broke don't fix it') but a computer savvy friend recommended it.
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (82363)
• United States
4 Feb 22
Hi Janet Its wonderful to see you and please know you've been missed. Thanks for the encouraging words about Windows 11 Now I'm not so scared about upgrading
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DE
@DaddyEvil (137234)
• United States
3 Feb 22
I refused to upgrade to Win10. My laptop is getting old but still runs pretty well. I'm not sure when I'll move myself along with the rest of the world. Probably not until I'm absolutely forced to do it, though. Good luck with Win11.
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (82363)
• United States
3 Feb 22
I feel like i'm being forced to upgrade since my computer is bullying me every time I use it. I keep hitting the remind me later but eventually I guess I'll have to do it.
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DE
@DaddyEvil (137234)
• United States
3 Feb 22
@Marilynda1225 I shut reminders off on my laptop. I'm not looking forward to having to do all that kind of thing again once I buy a new laptop.
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Dena Miller
@Dena91 (16570)
• United States
3 Feb 22
My laptop has windows 11 on it and so far I can not tell any difference between it and our desktop which is windows 10.
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (82363)
• United States
3 Feb 22
Thats good to hear. I don't mind a few changes but I don't want to have to learn a whole lot of new stuff
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BarBaraPrz
@BarBaraPrz (46885)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
3 Feb 22
I'm on MacOSCatalina version 10.15.7... I hate tech updates. The only thing that needs to be updated around here is the weather... this winter stuff is getting really old.
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (82363)
• United States
3 Feb 22
I agree about the weather. This winter is the worst and I don't remember it being this cold for so long.
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youless
@youless (112425)
• Guangzhou, China
4 Feb 22
My dad ever upgraded his Windows 10 to 11 as there are some new features. Especially it is supposed to run Android apps in Windows. But then my dad didn't like it very much and downgraded his computer to Windows 10. Windows 11 can't support Android apps well yet.
Juliaacv
@Juliaacv (50757)
• Canada
3 Feb 22
I use it, its on my new laptop so with all of those changes I cannot complain about Windows 11. Everything is new to me.
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (82363)
• United States
3 Feb 22
I'm always a bit leery of a new update but guess it's a constant learning process when it comes to technology
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Marlina
@marlina (154131)
• Canada
3 Feb 22
I am still using Window 7 and hope to stay with it.
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Eva James
@wolfgirl569 (104153)
• Marion, Ohio
3 Feb 22
I dont see a lot of difference
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (82363)
• United States
3 Feb 22
Thats definitely good news
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Judy Evans
@JudyEv (337535)
• Rockingham, Australia
4 Feb 22
We haven't updated yet but I guess it will happen soon. Somehow, the changes often don't seem to be for the better.
CarolDM
@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
3 Feb 22
Sorry I cannot help. I have an Apple computer, no Windows. Looks like others have helped.
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Faster16
@Faster16 (3182)
• Indonesia
4 Feb 22
no, i don't use windows 11, still comfortable with old windows
aubrey
@averygirl72 (37845)
• Philippines
4 Feb 22
I don't know when we will update our Windows. It sure need for us to adjust again. Hope you can learn how to use it
Anne Marie Guyer
@LeaPea2417 (37336)
• Toccoa, Georgia
4 Feb 22
No, I am still using Windows 8.1
solxee
@sol_cee (38219)
• Philippines
4 Feb 22
I’d have every reason to be leery. My mom just had Win11 on her laptop and it started acting crazy. But it maybe it depends on the device?
Ruby Hawk
@RubyHawk (99405)
• Atlanta, Georgia
4 Feb 22
I have windows 10 and I have no idea how to switch.
ihasaquestion
@ihasaquestion (8274)
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4 Feb 22
Wow, we've really come a long way with the Windows versions and updates. I have no clue whatsoever about Windows 11, but I guess it is either the same or cooler than Windows 10.