Windows 11 Pro Original

emersonk

I've been considering upgrading to Windows 11 Pro for my personal computer but wanted to get some insights from those who have already taken the plunge. Here are a few questions I have:

Performance: Have you noticed any significant improvements or issues in terms of performance compared to Windows 10? Is it faster, slower, or about the same?
Compatibility: Did you run into any compatibility issues with your existing software or hardware? If so, were there easy workarounds or updates available?
New Features: Which new features in Windows 11 Pro do you find most useful or impactful in your daily use? Are there any that you expected more from but found lacking?
User Interface: How are you finding the new UI design and layout changes? Do they improve your workflow or create more confusion initially?
Installation Expereince: Was the upgrade process smooth and straightforward? Were there any hiccups during installation that others should be aware of?
Security Enhancements: Have you noticed an improvement in security features compared to Windows 10? Specifically, how do features like TPM and Secure Boot impact your system's security?

I appreciate any detailed experiences and advice you can share!

AlisaSavage

I recently upgraded to Windows 11 Pro from Windows 10 and here’s my take on your queries:

Performance: I've noticed a slight improvement in speed and system responsiveness. It feels a bit snappier than Windows 10, especially during startup.
Compatibility: No major issues so far. Most of my software works fine, though I did acquire to update a few drivers initially which was expected.
New Features: The new Snap Layouts feature is a game changer for multitasking! But to be honest, some features like Widgets didn’t live up to the hype for me.
User Interface: The UI is sleek and more streamlined which I personally like-it took a bit of getting used to but definitely enhances my workflow now.
Installation Experience: Pretty smooth overall; just make sure your device meets the system requirements otherwise you might run into troubles.
Security Enhancements: The improved security with TPM and Secure Boot gives an extra layer of protection, but it's something you don’t notice day-to-day unless you’re really into security details.

Hope this helps with your decision!

binarybeast64

Absolutely, upgrading to Windows 11 Pro has been quite an experience. Performance-wise, it’s like giving your PC a fresh cup of coffee in the morning-suddenly it's all perky and ready to go!

As for compatibility, I was sweating bullets initially but didn't run into any major conflicts. Just had to reassure my old printer through a stern pep talk and a driver update that we're still good.

Now, the recent features are pretty slick. I particularly enjoy whipping windows around with Snap Layouts-it makes me feel like an air traffic controller for my apps! And about the User Interface - once you get past the initial "Where did everything go?" phase, it's actually pretty intuitive.

Installation was smoother than I expected. It's less "installing an OS" and more like updating your favorite app-just with a few extra restarts!

Security is tight, which makes me feel like Fort Knox sometimes. You know how secure Windows 10 felt? Well, Windows 11 must be its bigger, buffer older brother.

Here’s hoping this helps you make up your mind! And remember, upgrading Windows is like getting into a hot bath-it feels slow at first but then you don’t want to leave!