Here we share answers to your frequently asked questions about the project. We will update this page so please check back regularly.
A Windows 11 image will be ready for hardware testing in early 2025
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In support of the university’s Sustainability Strategy and Policy which promote a 'zero waste' principle, we will redistribute all staff desktop PCs capable of running Windows 11 to areas where machines cannot be upgraded. We will recycle or safely dispose of all equipment that cannot be upgraded.
ILS-supported teaching spaces will be upgraded during university holidays. Other areas will upgraded by arrangement with Faculties
A range of help is available on Microsoft's pages.
We anticipate that a lot of the software in Software Center will be compatible with Windows 11, however all non-standard hardware and specialist software used within Faculties and Directorates will need to be checked.
Some existing software licenses may need to be updated if they do not cover installation on Windows 11.
ILS Teams are working with Faculties and Directorates to schedule upgrade work and install replacement hardware across our campuses.