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<p>Luckily, most people will, if they have an eligible device, upgrade to Windows 11. The promise of new<br>innovations with productivity, connectivity, and creativity is now a reality. For those who can't upgrade due to<br>their device not having the right specs, and who don’t want to buy a new device, Windows 10 will be the right<br>choice. Microsoft said it will continue to support Windows 10 until October 2025, and there will even be<br>updates to it later this year.</p>
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<p><br><strong>Security</strong></p>
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<p><br>For those who are considering the upgrade, security is one factor in any decision. As you might expect,<br>Microsoft has raised its baseline of security for this latest version, which means it is the most secure Windows<br>has ever been. During the security upgrade process, Microsoft used over 8 trillion signals from threat<br>intelligence to test every aspect of the security system. They used reverse engineering of cyberattacks<br>and got input from experts, including the UK National Cyber Security Centre, the NSA, and the Canadian<br>Centre for Cyber Security. That means Windows 11 security will address threats that software alone can’t<br>tackle.</p>
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<p><br>It is for security reasons why many of the hardware requirements exist. Microsoft has also analyzed the most<br>effective defenses to help it build the Windows 11 default security features. The research included looking at<br>data from 2020 attacks that were blocked and archived. This process included six billion endpoint device<br>threats, 30 billion threats to emails, and 30 billion authentications.</p>
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<p><br><strong>Windows 11 and HIPAA</strong></p>
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<p><br>If your organization needs to be HIPAA compliant, upgrading to Windows 11 would be the best decision to<br>ensure your company stays compliant now and in the future.<br>System requirements<br>For Windows 11 to install properly, a PC needs to have the following basic requirements:<br>Intel: eight generation+, 64-bit architecture at 1Ghz+ Processor<br>4Gb or more of RAM<br>64Gb or more storage<br>Secure Boot capability, UEFI system firmware<br>Trusted Platform Module version 2.0<br>DirectX 12 + graphics card; driver WDDM 2.0 or newer<br>High-definition (720p) 9”+ display with at least 8 bits per color channel<br>Microsoft account &amp; Internet connectivity</p>
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<p><br><strong>Should you upgrade to Windows 11?</strong></p>
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<p><br>Upgrading your operating system can be risky. If you recall, some versions of Windows in the past have<br>flopped and were not liked by some. So, before anyone considers updating their system, you should consider<br>backing everything up just in case you really can’t get on with it and want to revert while you can.</p>
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<p><br><strong>Should you upgrade to Windows 11?</strong></p>
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<p><br>Should everyone think about upgrading? Most likely, yes. There needs to be an element of 'wait and see' before<br>we all jump at it. But the new update certainly looks promising, and that it fixes lots of the issues with regards<br>to design that people have complained about over the years. However, we don't yet know what drawbacks<br>Windows 11 might have. Also, we don't yet know how it will perform, which means it's hard to recommend without first testing it.</p>
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<p><br>Assuming Microsoft releases Windows 11 as planned, we still need to approach it with caution. If you have<br>older software, it might not work with the upgrade. In this case, you might consider holding out. Not many apps<br>had issues with previous versions of Windows, but it could happen.</p>
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<p><br><strong>Final thoughts – should you upgrade to Windows 11?</strong></p>
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<p><br>If you have a compatible device and, then go for the upgrade when you can. Remember to consider doing a<br>full backup before you upgrade in case something goes wrong or your old software won’t run on the new<br>operating system.</p>
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<p><br>If you don’t yet have a compatible device, there’s no need to panic and rush out to buy a new PC as Windows<br>10 will still be supported for many more years yet and it might be worth waiting to see if there are any teething<br>problems with any new devices that run Windows 11. Don’t forget the adage: "if it isn't broken, don't fix it."<br>Don’t forget, if you have questions about Windows 11, or need help installing it, give us a call. We’re here to<br>help you with the technology you use to run your business.</p>
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