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Windows 11 Pro for business

Supercharge insights and efficiency with Copilot and Windows 11 Pro.
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Move into the future with Windows 11 Pro for business

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Breakthrough productivity

With inclusive AI-powered experiences, immersive workflows and unmatched personalisation, your team can do it all on a Windows 11 Pro computer.

Protection by default

With layers of security enabled, you can work from anywhere shielded by powerful cybersecurity across hardware, software, identities and data.

Unlock AI Advantage

Stay ahead of modern business requirements and rethink your workplace with industry-leading AI.

Quiet help desks and happy employees

Get employees up and running quickly with modern computers and simple self-help features.

Unlock productivity superpowers

With Copilot on Windows you can uncover new opportunities, solve problems faster, and create compelling content.

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    AI at your service

    Discover Copilot on Windows with commercial data protection. 1 Your new AI assistant does the heavy lifting so you can do the extraordinary. Protect business data and bring intelligent tools together on your Windows 11 Pro desktop. 2

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    Organised layouts. Seamless redocking.

    Get work done faster and use snap layouts to easily organise open windows and web pages. Pick up where you left off with seamless redocking.

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    Organise your work with unique desktops

    Create separate desktops for each project or workstream and switch between them from your Taskbar.

     

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    Find it faster

    Enjoy effortless navigation and a more intuitive experience with a personalised File Explorer, 3 Start menu app folders, and a centred Taskbar.

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Stay ahead of evolving threats

With phishing safeguards, passwordless security and app control, Windows 11 customers reported a reduction in security incidents by up to 58% – and 2.8 times fewer instances of identity theft. 4

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    Protect at the core

    Shield your most sensitive data with Secured-core PC protection including the Microsoft Pluton security processor and the TPM 2.0.

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    Sign in securely

    Safeguard your employees with safer sign-in using Windows Hello Enhanced Sign-in Security and NPU. Plus, leverage presence sensing to lock computers when you leave, and sign in with Windows Hello when you approach. 5

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    Deliver advanced security and new seamless updates

    Manage your Windows 11 Pro devices with Microsoft Intune 6 in compliance with your organisation’s security policies.

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    End-to-end protection, simplified

    Streamline security from chip to cloud. With Windows 11 Pro and modern device management, you can improve productivity for IT and security teams by a reported 25%. 7 , 2

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    Protect against phishing

    Enhanced phishing protection with Microsoft Defender SmartScreen warns users when they enter their Microsoft credentials into a malicious website.

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Everything just works

Windows 11 Pro computers are designed to work with the business apps and hardware you use today, making it easy to deliver productivity upgrades and AI innovation to everyone. Make life easy for IT with app compatibility, fast deployments and a reported 80% drop in helpdesk calls. 7

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    Simplified deployment

    Deploy and update Windows 11 Pro easily with tools like Windows Update for Business.

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    Business ready computers anywhere

    Use zero-touch provisioning with Windows Autopilot with Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Intune to achieve a reported 25% faster deployment time. 8 , 7 Plus automate updates with Windows Update for Business.

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    Everything just works

    Windows 11 Pro is designed to work with business apps and hardware you use today, making it easy to deliver productivity upgrades and AI innovation to everyone.

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Windows 11 Pro for Workstations

Equipped for the most demanding workloads with features like faster file sharing and advanced processing.
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Windows 11 Enterprise

For organisations with advanced security and management needs.
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Minimum Windows 11 Pro system requirements

Windows 11 Pro is designed for security and performance across a wide range of devices and configurations.

1 gigahertz or faster with 2 or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor.

4 gigabytes.

64 gigabytes or larger storage device.

UEFI, Secure Boot capable.

Trusted Platform Module 2.0.

Compatible with DirectX12 or later.

High-definition (720p) display that is greater than 9” diagonally.
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Ready to upgrade to AI-powered Windows 11 Pro? Check for compatibility

Whether you’re upgrading for a single PC or a whole organisation, our analysis tools help ensure your devices are ready for the latest version of Windows 11.
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PC Health Check

If you are using a Microsoft account, you can download and use the PC Health Check application to see if your device is compatible with Windows 11 Pro.
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Endpoint analytics for IT admins

For system-wide upgrades, Microsoft Endpoint Manager helps you to understand your organisation's compatibility at scale.
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Copilot+ PCs

Copilot+ PCs are up to 58% faster than MacBook Air M3 in sustained multithreaded performance. 2 This new class of devices comes with powerful performance and unique AI experiences that run directly on the computer. 11
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Explore additional Windows 11 Pro benefits for business

Explore more ways to strengthen security and boost productivity – whether it’s with new computers, AI-powered tools for business, or seamlessly integrated apps.

Copilot on Windows with commercial data protection 1

See how you can use Copilot’s AI-powered security tools.
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Copilot+ PCs accelerate innovation

Copilot+ PCs have the fastest implementation of Microsoft 365 apps. Drive business impact with powerful performance able to handle demanding workloads and unique AI experiences that run directly on the device.
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Secured-core PCs

Secured-core PCs are the most secure Windows PCs ever, with powerhouse protection out of the box that proactively helps prevent infections, protect information, and reduce security complexity.
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Pluton protection designed by Microsoft

Microsoft Pluton hardware security provides additional protection against sophisticated firmware-level attacks and is available on selected devices.
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Enhanced collaboration with Teams

Windows 11 is designed to work seamlessly with Microsoft 365 2 , including Microsoft Teams.
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Windows Update for Business

Use Windows Update for Business to help ensure that devices anywhere have the latest security and advanced Windows features.
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Windows 11 Pro frequently asked questions

Windows 11 is a community of professionals working together to make the most of their work. For any questions or concerns, check out some frequently asked questions below.

  • PCs with Windows 11 are available from a broad selection of retailers and our partners. Explore Windows 11 Pro computers today.

  • We’ll send you a notification once your eligible PC has been tested and validated for the free upgrade. Or you can go to Windows Update and see for yourself. Please note that a significant download is required to complete this upgrade. ISP fees may apply in areas where the internet is metered.

  • The upgrade to Windows 11 is for the same edition as you have on your Windows 10 device. Windows 11 Pro does not offer Windows 11 Pro in S mode, so you will need to switch out of S mode to upgrade.

  • An update is a change within a version of a Windows product. An upgrade is when you change OS versions, for example moving from Windows 10 to Windows 11, or when you upgrade to a higher edition within the same OS version (e.g., Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro).

  • Windows 11 is based on the same foundation as Windows 10, so it supports the same management tools that you are familiar with today.

  • Yes, most applications, devices and accessories that worked with Windows 10 are compatible with Windows 11. You can also check with the software, device or accessory manufacturer to confirm compatibility. Microsoft offers App Assure, a service to help with any software or browser application compatibility issue that you may discover. Learn more at https://aka.ms/appassure.

  • Most software and accessories that worked with Windows 10 also work with Windows 11. Check with your software publisher or accessory manufacturer for specific details on your products. Microsoft offers App Assure, a service to help with any software or browser app compatibility issue that you may discover. Learn more at https://aka.ms/appassure.

  • Windows 11 Enterprise helps increase the engagement of each employee by bringing more intelligent, inclusive experiences across every job and work style. It balances information access and employee flexibility with addressing an ever-changing threat environment. In addition, Windows 11 Enterprise helps IT cut costs and complexity with cloud tools, streamlined devices and management from anywhere.
    Windows 11 Enterprise E3 brings continuous value with cloud-powered capabilities available for immediate use upon release and predictable OS-based features updated annually and supported for 36 months.

  • Most devices available for purchase today will be upgradeable to Windows 11. You will have the option to upgrade, clean install, or reimage Windows devices that are eligible to move to Windows 11. For Windows 7 and 8.1 devices that meet hardware requirements, you will need to clean install or reimage to go directly to Windows 11. Please view http://approjects.co.za/?big=windows/windows-11-specifications. to access the full minimum hardware requirements and specs.

  • Windows 11 has been built on the same core as Windows 10, so you’ll continue with the same experience you’re accustomed to.

  • Copilot is an experience available across the Microsoft portfolio, including Microsoft Edge, Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft 365. 10 See requirements and availability. 

    Learn more about Copilot on Windows 11 and its AI-powered features.

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  • [1] Copilot with commercial data protection is available at no additional cost for users with an Entra ID and an enabled, eligible Microsoft 365 or Office 365 licence.
  • [2] See link for Copilot requirements and availability.
  • [3] Coming in a future release; appearance may vary.
  • [4] SMB Windows 11 Survey Report. Techaisle, February 2022. Windows 11 results are in comparison with Windows 10 devices.
  • [5] Hardware dependent. PC with presence sensors required.
  • [6] Sold separately.
  • [7] Commissioned study delivered by Forrester Consulting “The Total Economic Impact™ of Windows 11 Pro Devices”, December 2022. Note, quantified benefits reflect results over three years combined into a single composite organization that generates $1 billion in annual revenue, has 2,000 employees, refreshes hardware on a four-year cycle, and migrates the entirety of its workforce to Windows 11 devices.
  • [8] Device management is sold separately. It is not included in Windows 11 Pro.
  • [10] Copilot offers commercial data protection at no additional cost when users with eligible Microsoft 365 licenses sign in with their work account. Current eligible licenses include Microsoft 365 E3, E5, Microsoft 365 A3, A5 (faculty only), Microsoft 365 F3, Business Standard, and Business Premium. Microsoft has announced plans to extend availability of Copilot with commercial data protection to all Entra ID users (excluding sovereign government cloud and student users), and timing will be announced at a future date.
  • [11] Based on Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core benchmark. Performance will vary significantly by device. Learn more.

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