11 Reasons To Move to Windows 11

Support for Windows 10 ends October 14! Migrate to Windows 11 now for enhanced security, performance, AI-powered tools, and much more. Learn the key differences and new features that Windows 11 has to offer.

Windows 10 support ends soon – migrate to Windows 11 for a safer, faster, more efficient experience.

The Windows you know and love just got a whole lot better. On October 14, Microsoft will no longer provide software updates, technical support, or security patches for Windows 10. This puts you at risk if you continue running Windows 10.

The good news is that Windows 11 delivers the most modern and efficient Windows experience yet. Upgrade to Windows 11 now to step into a new, improved era of Windows. Need help migrating to Windows 11? Migrate confidently with Zones Windows 11 Migration Factory for a seamless transition with minimal disruption to your workflows.

From enhanced performance and security to Smart App Control, there’s so many exciting new features to unpack with Windows 11. Let’s discuss the 11 reasons to upgrade how you work.

#11: Snap layouts

Windows 11 has been designed with time-saving tools in mind. With Snap layouts, you can quickly organize what’s on your screen and create custom layouts that help you find what you need and stay productive. This feature is especially useful when you’re working in multiple browser windows or apps at once as it allows you to “snap” windows into place. Whether it’s side by side or stacked, move windows into a formation that serves you best. To use Snap layouts on Windows 11 on a PC, press and hold the Windows Logo Key + Arrow.    

#10: Live Captions

Live Captions is a helpful new AI-powered feature on Windows 11 that lets you instantly transcribe speech into captions. Turn on Live Captions during a Teams call to get a transcript of the conversation without needing to take notes or spend tedious time watching a recording of the meeting later. You could also boost your productivity by using Live Captions to speak into your PC’s microphone and turn your speech into emails, messages, or notes.

#9: Passkeys integrated with Windows Hello

Passkeys are the future of cross-platform secure sign-in management. With Windows 11, you can now replace passwords with passkeys to sign into websites and apps. Passkeys enable a faster, simpler, more secure way to sign in without needing to remember a password. Passkeys on Windows 11 devices work with multiple browsers such as Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Firefox, and more.

#8: Smart recommendations in File Explorer & Start Menu

Is this a very simple feature? Yep. But is it one you’ll instantly love and use all the time? Yep. No one likes hunting down a file they need but can’t quite remember where it’s saved. Now, you can quickly find specific files with smart recommendations in File Explorer and Start Menu in Windows 11. Go a step further by marking favorite files you frequently use and organizing and separating files using File explorer tabs. Finally, no more file-hunting fatigue.

#7: Sync your PC and phone

Never miss a beat by syncing your PC and your phone with Phone Link. This is a feature that existed on Windows 10, but only for Android. On Windows 11, you can now sync your PC to your Android or your iPhone to ensure your calls, texts, and notifications come through your Windows PC without ever needing to take your phone out of your pocket.

#6: Energy recommendations

Windows 11 makes it easier than ever to track and manage battery life with Energy recommendations. This feature shows you which settings consume the most power in one place so you can adjust your consumption to improve battery life as needed.

#5: Enhanced performance and security

Across the board, Windows 11 delivers a faster, more secure experience than Windows 10. Built-in and AI-powered security protocols protect your credentials, photos, and files from the moment you turn on your computer. With Windows Hello, you can set up your device to lock when you leave, then easily unlock it and sign in when you return. No matter how you’re using Windows 11, you’ll notice smoother, faster control and better security across websites and apps.

#4: Smart App Control

Windows 11 was designed to protect you from harmful players online. Smart App Control automatically screens apps on your behalf and only permits apps with a good reputation to be installed on your Windows 11 PC. This delivers an additional layer of protection that reduces your chances of falling prey to malicious attacks.

#3: New seamless UI

Getting behind-the-scenes security is always appreciated, but perhaps one of the most important features of an OS is how it looks and feels – especially when you’re using it for hours every day. Windows 11 is easy on the eyes and even easier to use than ever before. In many ways, it combines the best of Windows 10 with a refined, soothing backdrop for work and play.

#2: Microsoft Copilot

You’ll find Microsoft Copilot pinned to the taskbar or on the Start menu as it now comes installed default on Windows 11. Copilot is deeply embedded as the native AI application on Windows 11, providing the same features on copilot.com, along with some additions, such as:

• A Windows shortcut key
• Press to talk
• Copilot Vision
• File search
• Take a screenshot
• Device context

#1: Windows Backup

Windows 10 only allowed you to backup data from your PC. With Windows 11, you can now backup and restore your data, choosing exactly which files, apps, and preferences to bring with you to your new PC. This feature helps you instantly feel at home when upgrading to a new device.

Welcome to the Windows 11 era

As Microsoft ends support to Windows 10 on October 14, now is the time to upgrade to Windows 11. With enhanced security, performance, and all the reasons we’ve mentioned above, Windows 11 delivers the best experience yet.

Need help seamlessly migrating to Windows 11 without disrupting your workflows? Zones can help.

Contact our Zones Windows 11 Migration Factory to start your migration today.