Windows 10 vs 11 | Features & Changes

Summary

This video script offers a detailed comparison between Windows 10 and Windows 11, highlighting major UI changes such as the redesigned Start Menu, centered taskbar icons, and new rounded corners. It explores updated built-in apps, the simplification of multitasking features, and the overhaul of the Action Center into Quick Settings and Notifications. The script also covers the removal of 32-bit support and the annual feature updates in Windows 11, providing a comprehensive look at the new OS's enhancements and adjustments.

Takeaways

• 🔄 Windows 11 features a redesigned Start Menu with pinned apps at the top, static icons replacing live tiles, and a new recommended section for recently used programs and files.
• 🔍 The search bar in Windows 11 has been integrated into the Start Menu, and the side panel shortcuts have moved to the bottom.
• 📁 The 'All Apps' list in Windows 11 is now a separate menu, and older programs like Windows Explorer and Notepad are more accessible.
• 📊 Taskbar icons in Windows 11 are centered and slightly taller, with new UI indicators for active and idle programs and redesigned animations.
• 🚫 Windows 11 has removed certain taskbar features, such as docking on any side of the screen, small taskbar buttons, and the 'never combine' setting.
• ✨ Windows 11 introduces rounded corners and new animations for opening, minimizing, and maximizing windows, along with redesigned icons for a modern look.
• 🌌 A new wallpaper and themes are available in Windows 11, with Light mode as the default theme, differing from Windows 10's hybrid approach.
• 🔉 Windows 11 has updated system sounds that change depending on the light or dark mode, offering a distinct auditory experience.
• 🛠️ The Action Center in Windows 11 has been split into Quick Settings and Notifications, with Quick Settings now including volume and brightness controls.
• 📚 Built-in applications in Windows 11 have been updated with a new design language, including File Explorer and the Settings App, which have seen significant UI overhauls.
• 📲 Windows 11 introduces new gestures and touch keyboard improvements for tablet mode, making touch interactions smoother and more intuitive.

Q & A

What is the most notable change to the Start Menu in Windows 11 compared to Windows 10?

The Start Menu in Windows 11 has been completely redesigned with pinned apps moving to the top half, removal of live tiles, and the addition of a new recommended section that shows recently used programs and files synced with OneDrive.

How has the search bar's position changed from Windows 10 to Windows 11?

In Windows 11, the search bar is now integrated into the Start Menu itself, unlike in Windows 10 where it was part of the taskbar.

What are some of the visual changes to the taskbar in Windows 11?

The taskbar icons in Windows 11 are centered and slightly taller, with new UI indicators for active and idle programs and redesigned animations for apps performing actions. Also, the taskbar is now only dockable to the bottom of the screen.

What is the new feature introduced in Windows 11 that shows recently used programs and files?

The new feature is a recommended section in the Start Menu that displays recently used programs and files, which are synced with OneDrive.

How has the appearance of Windows 11's UI elements changed compared to Windows 10?

Windows 11 has rounded corners for all UI elements, new animations for window actions, and redesigned icons to maintain a consistent modern design language.

What is the new blur effect introduced in Windows 11 called, and how does it differ from the one in Windows 10?

The new blur effect in Windows 11 is called 'mica' and it shows the desktop wallpaper even when a window is on top, unlike the white blur in Windows 10.

What are the differences in the Action Center between Windows 10 and Windows 11?

In Windows 11, the Action Center has been split into two separate menus: Quick Settings and Notifications. Quick Settings now includes volume, brightness, and Wi-Fi controls, while Notifications are part of the calendar.

How has the Snap assist feature evolved from Windows 10 to Windows 11?

Snap assist in Windows 11 is smarter and offers more functionality, such as assisting in finding other windows when snapping to a quadrant and automatically sorting windows into groups that can be previewed and opened from the taskbar.

What is the new preloaded application in Windows 11 that aims to unify command lines?

Windows Terminal is the new preloaded application in Windows 11, which unifies Command Prompt, PowerShell, and other command lines into a single app.

How has the touch keyboard in Windows 11 been improved compared to Windows 10?

The touch keyboard in Windows 11 has been redesigned with rounded keys, more keys, easier navigation to settings, and the ability to change the keyboard theme.

What is the change in the setup experience for Windows 11 compared to Windows 10?

The setup screen in Windows 11 has been completely redone with vibrant colors, new animations, icons, and loading screens. Cortana is no longer part of the setup experience, and there is an added step to name the computer.

Outlines

00:00

🖥️ Start Menu and Taskbar Redesigns in Windows 11

The script begins by comparing the Start Menu and taskbar of Windows 10 and Windows 11. The Start Menu in Windows 11 has been completely redesigned with pinned apps moving to the top, live tiles being replaced by static icons, and the search bar now integrated into the menu itself. A new 'recommended' section syncs with OneDrive to show recently used files and programs. The 'all apps' list has been revamped and older programs like Windows Explorer and Notepad are more accessible. The taskbar in Windows 11 sees icons centered and slightly taller, with new UI for active programs and redesigned animations. Features like docking the taskbar on any side and text previews have been removed, and the Start Button no longer changes color based on accent color. The script also mentions general UI changes, such as rounded corners and new animations for window actions, as well as redesigned icons and wallpapers.

05:54

🔧 System and Multitasking Enhancements in Windows 11

The second paragraph focuses on system-wide changes and enhancements to multitasking in Windows 11. It discusses the separation of the Action Center into Quick Settings and Notifications, with Quick Settings now including volume and brightness controls. The Notifications menu is now part of the calendar, and the calendar itself has been simplified. The script also covers the updated widgets panel, which is compared to the news feed in Windows 10. Changes to Snap assist and multitasking features are highlighted, including the removal of the Timeline feature and the introduction of new wallpaper options for virtual desktops. The Settings App and Microsoft Store have been overhauled for easier navigation and a more modern look. Preloaded applications have been updated or removed, with some like Skype being replaced by Microsoft Teams, and Internet Explorer is disabled in Windows 11. The paragraph concludes with a list of preloaded apps exclusive to each OS and notes on the consistency brought by the updated design language across all built-in apps.

10:58

📱 Tablet and Touch Features Improvements in Windows 11

The final paragraph discusses the tablet features and touch enhancements in Windows 11. When in tablet mode, the taskbar icons are spaced out, and touch controls are made easier to use with 'stickier' resizing targets. New and modified gestures for navigating between apps and desktops are introduced, and the touch keyboard has been redesigned with a nicer look and additional keys. The setup process for Windows 11 is described as having vibrant colors, new animations, and icons, with Cortana no longer being part of the experience. The ability to name the computer is a new step in the setup process. After setup, the start menu automatically pops up, reminiscent of the Windows XP setup experience. The paragraph ends with notes on the changes to Windows Update, including new language during restarts and the shift to one feature update per year for Windows 11, as opposed to two for Windows 10.

Keywords

💡Start Menu

The Start Menu is a feature in Windows operating systems that provides users with a graphical interface to access installed programs, settings, and files. In the context of the video, it is mentioned that Microsoft redesigned the Start Menu in Windows 11, moving pinned apps to the top half and replacing live tiles with static icons. This change is part of the overall theme of modernization and simplification in the new operating system.

💡Taskbar

The Taskbar is a component of the Windows graphical user interface that allows users to switch between open applications and access the Start Menu. The video script discusses several changes to the Taskbar in Windows 11, including the center alignment of icons, a slight increase in height, and the introduction of new animations and badges. These modifications contribute to the updated aesthetic and functionality of the OS.

💡UI (User Interface)

UI refers to the visual elements and interactive aspects of a software application or operating system that users engage with. The script highlights numerous UI changes in Windows 11, such as rounded corners, new animations for window actions, and redesigned icons, which all aim to create a more modern and fluid user experience.

💡Action Center

The Action Center in Windows is where users can access system notifications and perform quick actions like adjusting system settings. The video describes an overhaul of the Action Center in Windows 11, splitting it into two separate menus: Quick Settings and Notifications. This change is part of the broader theme of streamlining and reorganizing the user interface.

💡Widgets

Widgets are small, interactive applets that provide users with information or functionality directly on the desktop. The script mentions that Windows 11 introduces a new widgets panel, which is similar to the news feed in Windows 10 but with a different appearance and location within the OS. This feature is an example of the new OS's focus on integrating information and tools more seamlessly.

💡Snap Assist

Snap Assist is a feature in Windows that helps users organize their open windows by snapping them into place on the screen. The video script explains that Snap Assist in Windows 11 has been improved to be smarter and offer more functionality, such as automatically grouping windows and providing a preview in the taskbar. This enhancement is indicative of the overall goal in Windows 11 to refine multi-tasking capabilities.

💡Microsoft Store

The Microsoft Store is the official digital distribution platform for Windows where users can download and update apps. The script discusses a significant revamp of the Microsoft Store in Windows 11, including a new UI and the acceptance of a broader range of app types, such as PWAs, Win32, and even Android apps. This change reflects Microsoft's efforts to expand the app ecosystem and improve the user experience.

💡File Explorer

File Explorer is the default file manager application in Windows that allows users to browse and interact with the file system. The video mentions UI changes in File Explorer for Windows 11, such as a simplified Ribbon UI and a new icon layout, which are part of the broader design philosophy to declutter and streamline the user interface.

💡Settings App

The Settings App is where users can configure system settings and preferences in Windows. The script describes a complete overhaul of the Settings App in Windows 11, with a focus on ease of navigation, organization, and visual appeal. This update aligns with the video's theme of modernization and user experience improvement.

💡Multitasking

Multitasking refers to the ability to perform multiple tasks or run multiple applications simultaneously. The video script highlights several changes in Windows 11 that enhance multitasking, such as the updated Snap Assist feature and the ability to set different wallpapers for each virtual desktop. These features are part of the OS's commitment to improving productivity and workflow management.

💡Tablet Mode

Tablet Mode is a feature in Windows that optimizes the user interface for touch-enabled devices, like tablets or 2-in-1 laptops. The script explains that Windows 11 simplifies the experience by spacing out taskbar icons when in tablet mode, whereas Windows 10 offered a more comprehensive tablet mode with additional touch optimizations. This change reflects the evolving approach to touch interactions in Windows.

Highlights

Start Menu redesign with pinned apps moving to the top and live tiles being replaced by static icons.

Search bar relocated to the Start Menu and new recommended section for recently used programs and files.

All apps list now its own menu with older programs like Windows Explorer and Notepad included.

Taskbar icons centered with new UI for active and idle programs and redesigned animations.

Removal of certain taskbar features like top, left, or right docking and 'never combine' setting.

General UI changes including rounded corners and new animations for window actions.

Icon redesign for consistency with Windows 11's modern design language.

New default themes and redesigned Windows logo.

Lock screen changes and introduction of blur effects like mica and acrylic.

New font Segoe UI Variable for improved readability.

Updated context menus and alert boxes for a modern look.

Action Center overhaul into Quick Settings and Notifications menus.

Widgets panel as a replacement for the news feed with a different look and location.

Snap assist and multitasking improvements with smarter window snapping and grouping.

Updated built-in programs and apps with new UI and features.

Removal of 32-bit version support and changes to Windows Update frequency.

Tablet features enhancements with touch elements and new gestures.

Complete overhaul of the touch keyboard with a new look and additional keys.

Setup screen redesign with new animations, icons, and visual effects.

Transcripts

Today, we’ll be comparing Windows 10 to Windows  11. What’s different in both versions of Windows?  

Well let’s go ahead and find out. Starting off  with the Start Menu, Microsoft did a complete  

redesign. Pinned apps moved from the right side  to the top half and live tiles are now gone and  

are replaced with static icons in a grid. The  search bar is now located in the start menu  

rather than being part of the taskbar. And those  little side panel shortcuts that were on the left  

side are now at the bottom. And here’s something  not present in the Windows 10 start menu at all,  

the new recommended section that shows recently  used programs and files, which by the way are also  

synced with OneDrive. Think of this like a much  more simplified version of the Timeline feature  

found in Windows 10’s Task Viewer. The all apps  list, which was on the left side of the start menu  

in Windows 10, is now its own menu in Windows 11,  using a button. And within the all apps list, some  

older programs like Windows Explorer and Notepad  are now part of the list rather than being part of  

the Windows System or Windows Accessories folder  within the list. In fact, those folders are now  

removed and replaced with a shortcut to Control  Panel called Windows Tools, that list many legacy  

built-in Windows programs that were previously in  those folders. Moving on to changes in taskbar,  

we see a lot of differences. The icons went from  being left aligned to centered, although there is  

a setting to revert this, and if you look closely  the taskbar is also slightly taller in Windows 11,  

hard to notice but it is there. The UI for  active and idle programs has been changed,  

it’s now indicated by the color and length of a  little line in the taskbar icon with a transparent  

rounded square around a program when active. The  animation in the taskbar for apps that are doing  

certain actions have been redesigned, for example,  here are both animations for downloading or  

installing something and here are both animations  for apps that need your attention, like the User  

Account Control prompt. There are now bouncy  icon animations when you open or close programs.  

Badges on apps have gotten a little redesign.  If you hover over the Search or Task View icon,  

you’ll get little quick actions you can do  without needing to click the icon. The Start  

Button no longer changes color based on your  accent color, as you can see. And now here are  

some features that got removed from the taskbar  in Windows 11, firstly, you can only dock the  

taskbar to the bottom now, no more top, left, or  right docked taskbars. Sizing options like small  

taskbar buttons are now gone, as well as the  “never combine” setting that allows you to see  

text previews of the programs from the taskbar.  Oh yeah, you also can’t drag and drop files in the  

taskbar anymore for some reason which is pretty  bizarre and right clicking on the taskbar doesn’t  

give all those little settings and shortcuts, just  a shortcut to taskbar settings. Now here’s just  

general UI changes, so starting off, say goodbye  to the sharp corners in Windows 10 and say hello  

to the rounded corners in Windows 11 and this  is no understatement, every single element in  

Windows 11 is now round, even the very very old  stuff. There are now new animations for opening,  

minimizing, and maximizing a window. Windows  10 went for more of a fade approach while in  

Windows 11, the animation has a lot more resizing  and fluidity action going on. Almost every single  

icon in Windows 11 has been redesigned to stay  consistent with its modern design language.  

Some elements of this were present in Windows 10,  however now it is everywhere, even in legacy areas  

like the control panel. As with every modern  version of Windows, there’s a new wallpaper.  

Previously there was the old Hero wallpaper,  which was light shining out of a Windows logo,  

and now the background is much like a blue  bloom, if that makes any sense. Microsoft  

also introduced new themes. Previously in Windows  10, there were 4 themes to choose from by default,  

now there are six. Light mode is also now the  new default theme for Windows 11, rather than the  

hybrid of a dark taskbar and light apps in Windows  10. The Windows logo has gone through a redesign,  

it now resembles the Microsoft logo a lot more.  The Lock screen has gone through some changes, but  

it’s pretty underwhelming. To sum it up, elements  of the Lock screen have now been centered and the  

quick status is now removed, you can only show  one app that shows detailed status. Windows 11  

now introduces a new blur effect called mica and  acrylic. The blur will always show your desktop  

wallpaper even if the window is on top of a window  with a different color, look at how calculator’s  

blur shows the desktop wallpaper as opposed to the  white blur in the calculator in Windows 10 despite  

both being in front of Notepad. Windows 11 now  has a new font called, and I’m definitely going  

to mispronounce this, Segoe UI Variable, which is  Microsoft’s modified version of the previous Segoe  

UI font found in Windows 10. To paraphrase,  Microsoft basically says that this is a more  

pleasing and easier font to read. The screen  with the spinning logo when signing in or out,  

doing updates, restarting, and stuff like that now  only shows a black background, unlike Windows 10  

where it takes your accent color and sets that as  the color of the background. Similarly, depending  

on whether you’re using the dark or light mode,  opening apps with splash screens will only show  

a black or white background in Windows 11, rather  than conforming the color of the background with  

the accent color in Windows 10. Context menus  throughout Windows 11 have now been updated to  

look more modern, however there is still an option  within the context menu called “Show more options”  

that allows you to see the old one that is seen in  Windows 10 if you need it for some reason. Alert  

boxes for things like changing display settings  and low battery alerts now have a complete  

redesign in Windows 11. Unlike Windows 10, Windows  11 now has a colored line at the bottom of some  

text boxes. Finally, in Windows 11’s Sign-in  screen, the text box is now dark instead of white  

in Windows 10, and the enter arrow looks like it’s  part of the text box rather than being on its own  

in Windows 10. In terms of System sounds, Windows  11 actually has different sounds between its dark  

mode and light mode. In dark mode, the sounds are  a lot more echoed and muted whereas in light mode,  

they are more clear and less echoed. It’s  actually very interesting. Here’s a direct  

comparison of the sounds in Windows 10,  Windows 11, and Windows 11’s dark mode.  

Next let’s talk about the Action Center overhaul  in Windows 11, which actually isn’t even called  

Action Center anymore, it’s separated in two  menus called Quick Settings and Notifications.  

Quick Settings is not only an area that shows  the toggles found at the bottom of the Action  

Center in Windows 10, but it now also shows the  new place for your volume, brightness, and even  

your Wi-Fi controls. In Windows 10, all three of  those were in separate menus. Now if you click  

lets say the network icon in the system tray,  it won’t take you to a separate network flyout,  

it’ll now take you to the entire quick settings  menu instead. This menu can also be accessed using  

the Windows + A shortcut on your keyboard, which  is the same shortcut that opens the Action Center  

in Windows 10. The other menu is the notifications  menu, which is now part of the calendar. Now, the  

notifications are found above the calendar instead  of within Action Center, and not only are the  

notifications round, but they’re also no longer  inside a bar, like it was in Windows 10. You also  

have a shortcut to Focus assist settings in the  settings apps. This menu can also be accessed  

using the Windows + N shortcut on your keyboard.  And if you’re curious about what’s changed about  

the calendar, you’ll be pretty disappointed. It  has absolutely no integration with anything and  

the detailed clock that showed seconds is also  gone. All it shows is the date, and that’s about  

it. Luckily, you can minimize the calendar within  the notification menu if you don’t want to see it.  

And here’s a little comparison of the news feed  in Windows 10 and the widgets panel in Windows 11.  

Now, don’t be fooled, these are pretty much almost  the exact same thing, they just look different  

and are found in different areas of Windows. The  news feed is found near the system tray and the  

widgets panel is accessed via a taskbar icon or by  using the Windows + W shortcut on your keyboard.  

Last thing to note is that the news feed is  customized using Microsoft Edge while the  

widgets panel is partially customized within the  panel, partially through Microsoft Edge as well.  

Microsoft has also made a number of changes  to Snap assist and multitasking features.  

Starting off, the task viewer has now been  simplified in Windows 11 and the Timeline  

feature that is found in Windows 10 has now been  removed. You can now choose a different wallpaper  

for each virtual desktop in Windows 11 rather than  only one for every single one in Windows 10. The  

Snap assist preview now has a frosted glass look  rather than the transparent glass in Windows 10.  

The animation when you actually preview and snap  a window has also been changed. Funnily enough,  

Windows 10 doesn’t even have an animation when  you snap the window. And generally speaking,  

Snap assist is just much smarter now and is  able to do more than it used to in Windows 10,  

so for example, when snapping a window in a  quadrant, Windows 11 will assist you in finding  

other windows while in Windows 10, snapping to  a quadrant does nothing. When using snap assist  

to snap different windows on different parts  of the screen, Windows will now automatically  

sort those windows into a group, and those groups  can now be previewed and opened in the taskbar.  

Windows 10 doesn’t have this feature, so groups  don’t show up when hovering on a taskbar icon.  

The line seen when resizing apps side-by-side now  has a new look. When you’re actually using it, it  

disappears in Windows 11 while still being present  in Windows 10. And here’s a look at differences in  

built-in programs and apps. Now, many of the  applications in Windows 11 have been updated  

and more updates are to come even after its  release. However, because there are just so many  

to cover in one video, here are just the biggest  highlights. Starting with File Explorer, there  

have been some various UI changes. There's now  a replacement to the Ribbon UI found at the top  

of File Explorer which tries to simplify and get  rid of all the clutter that was the old Ribbon UI.  

It’ll also have less spaced-out icons by default,  which can be reverted if you don’t like that, and  

3D Objects is no longer its own dedicated folder.  The Settings App has gotten a complete overhaul,  

it’s now supposed to be easier to navigate, more  organized, and overall just look better. You’ll  

see more enlarged icons and pictures that make the  UI easier to use, and even some new animations.  

And just like the Settings App, the Microsoft  store is also getting a huge revamp with a new  

UI and various improvements. However, one of  the best parts is that the store is now open to  

accepting more app types such as PWA which are web  apps, Win32 which are like the .exe installers,  

even android apps, though support for that will  be delayed. This app is also coming to Windows 10,  

which is a huge bonus. Skype, which was preloaded  in Windows 10, has been removed in favor of the  

Microsoft Teams integration system built in to  Windows 11. However, you can still install Skype  

again if you really need it. Internet Explorer  is finally disabled from Windows 11. You can try,  

it is nowhere to be found, so your only option is  Microsoft Edge. It’s still there in Windows 10,  

but not on Windows 11. Microsoft has also done  a lot to make sure Windows 11 is consistent and  

removing duplicate Windows accessories  that were present in Windows 10. So,  

what they’re basically doing is they’re updating  a legacy Windows accessory and removing the  

duplicate version. For example, Snip & Sketch  has been removed and a newly updated Snipping  

Tool is now here with a more modern UI and various  features from Snip & Sketch. This is also going to  

be done with paint in the future, where Paint3D is  removed by default and the old mspaint is going to  

be updated not only with a new look, but with  new features as well. Windows Terminal is now  

a preloaded application in Windows 11 and aims  to unify Command Prompt, PowerShell, and other  

command lines into just one app. Alarms and Clock  is now just called Clock and has a new feature  

called Focus sessions aimed to help people pace  themselves to reach their goals. And aside from  

other little updates to apps, pretty much all the  built-in Windows applications have been and will  

be updated with Windows 11’s new design language,  including rounded corners and new blur effects.  

Here’s a quick rundown of preloaded apps on one  OS that are not there by default on the other,  

and these are apps that I haven’t mentioned yet.  3D Viewer, Math Input Panel, Mixed Reality Portal,  

OneNote for Windows 10, and the People App are  all the preloaded exclusives on Windows 10 while  

Get Started, Microsoft News, and Microsoft To Do  are the preloaded exclusives in Windows 11. All of  

these can still be installed through the Microsoft  Store on both OSes except for the Math Input  

Panel, The People App, and Get Started. Now let’s  change perspective and move on to some tablet  

features. When you turn a device into a tablet  in Windows 11, icons in the taskbar will just be  

spaced out. However, Windows 10 has two options.  You can either space out the icons just like in  

Windows 11, or you can have it enable tablet mode  which is a completely different mode that is not  

available in Windows 11. Touch enabled controls  are now easier to use in Windows 11 because touch  

elements are stickier. For example, look at how  my finger can resize notepad in Windows 11 easier  

than I am able to in Windows 10. This is because  the resizing targets are now easier to touch  

and feel stickier. Now here’s a rundown of the new  and modified gestures between both OSes. Swiping  

form left to right from the edge in Windows 11  shows the widgets panel while in Windows 10,  

it shows task viewer. Swiping from right to left  from the edge starts the Action Center in Windows  

10 and Notifications & Calendar in Windows 11.  Swiping from the top does nothing, but if you’re  

on tablet mode in Windows 10, you can close apps  if you swipe from top to bottom. In Windows 11,  

If you touch the screen with four fingers and  move them horizontally, you can now switch  

between virtual desktops, and if you do the same  thing with three, you’ll switch between different  

windows. If you swipe up with three or four  fingers, you’ll activate task viewer. All these  

three and four fingered gestures just talked about  are just not a thing in Windows 10. The animation  

for rotating your screen has been changed between  both versions. Windows 10 zooms out and orientates  

while Windows 11 flips everything like it does  in iOS. And adding on to rotating the screen,  

both versions of Windows behave differently  when scaling windows while rotating the screen,  

look what’s happening. In Windows 10, the  windows scale to whatever orientation you  

switch to while in Windows 11, the windows stay in  the same position the entire time despite rotating  

the screen. The touch keyboard in Windows 11 has  had a complete overhaul. The keyboard looks nicer  

and keys are now rounded compared to the square  ones in Windows 10, there are now more keys,  

navigating to certain settings are supposed to  be easier, and now you can change the theme of  

your keyboard and not be stuck with just white  or black. Now let’s talk about the different  

experiences you’ll get setting up both versions of  Windows. The setup screen on Windows 11 has been  

completely redone. In Windows 10, the setup screen  was dark blue and black with fade animations when  

navigating throughout the setup. In Windows 11,  there are now more vibrant colors and blurs,  

new animations, new icons, new loading screens,  and other various improvements. Cortana used to be  

a big part of the Windows 10 setup experience,  however say goodbye to her because she is no  

longer part of the setup experience in Windows  11. The steps you go through to set up Windows  

hasn’t changed much between both versions. The  only new step added in Windows 11 is the ability  

to name the computer, which was actually not  a thing in Windows 10. After finishing setup,  

you’ll be greeted with some text and animation on  both OSes while Windows is getting your desktop  

ready. Not only is the text different during  this process, but the background has also had a  

visual overhaul. In Windows 10, the background was  constantly changing between different colors while  

in Windows 11, a blurry, blueish-purple, round  light constantly moves around the background. And  

an interesting little find, when the entire setup  process is complete and you get to your desktop,  

the start menu will now automatically pop up,  which is just not what happens in Windows 10.  

If you know Windows history, you’ll know that  this is exactly what happens after you’re done  

setting up Windows XP as well. Final important  thing to note is that you’ll no longer be able  

to install Windows as a 32-bit option in Windows  11. If you need a 32-bit version of Windows,  

the final version to support that will now be  Windows 10. And here’s just a few things to note  

about Windows Update. Firstly, the text that is  shown when updating the operating system during  

a restart has been changed. Windows 10 basically  tells you exactly what is going on while Windows  

11 just uses more natural language. Secondly,  Windows Update will now show the estimated amount  

of time needed to complete updates. And finally,  let’s talk about feature updates. In Windows 10,  

Microsoft was committed to releasing a feature  update twice a year. That is now changing because  

in Windows 11, you’ll only get one feature  update a year instead of two. So hopefully  

you can now decide whether to upgrade to Windows  11. Like, subscribe, and thanks for watching.