Excited? Anything new in IT comes with new problems, but at least Gates isn't there controlling the product end result.
Terrified, more like it. Looks like hardware needs to be close to new to run W11. The current top of the line Dell single socket workstation I bought 2 years ago is not on the list of acceptable CPUs. Upgrade would cost a few hundred $$$.
Windows 11 requires a 1 GHz or faster CPU with 2 or more CPU cores on a 64-bit processor; 4GB of RAM; a 64GB or larger storage device; system firmware that supports UEFI and secure boot; Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0; DirectX 12 compatible graphics; a display greater than 9-inches with a resolution of at least 720p ... This is what it says it requires. Maybe you’re mistaken but any relevant CPU would handle this with ease
I read that and mine meet that requirement, but the list of CPUs Microsoft specified does not include my current nor former CPU. In the Xeon line, the list specified "W-2223 or better", and doesn't list the Xeon E5 in any configuration. (I guess I'll just have to continue to enjoy W10.)
It looks like Win11 will require the internet and a Microsoft account for setup. TBD if it's required during regular use. https://www.reviewgeek.com/90186/co...s-a-microsoft-account-and-internet-for-setup/