: Rather than a numbered sequel, Microsoft has introduced "Copilot+ PCs," which utilize specialized hardware to run advanced AI features within the existing Windows 11 framework.
: This is where the most experimental, "next-gen" code is tested. Windows 12.iso
: Most "Windows 12" downloads currently available are actually modified versions of Windows 11 or 10 with custom themes and icons to look like a new OS. : Rather than a numbered sequel, Microsoft has
: Leaked early prototypes showed a macOS-style floating dock at the bottom of the screen and a search bar at the top. : Leaked early prototypes showed a macOS-style floating
If and when a true Windows 12 arrives, experts anticipate it will be a "modular" OS heavily reliant on cloud and local AI processing.
: To improve security and updates, Windows 12 may use "State Separation," where the OS files are stored in a read-only partition, separate from user data and apps. Estimated System Requirements
: Buying a laptop with a dedicated NPU (Neural Processing Unit) will grant you access to the AI features that were originally rumored for Windows 12.