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Windows 12 is an upcoming major release of the Windows NT operating system developed by Microsoft. Microsoft has not officially announced Windows 12.

Development and Rumors

Reports from industry insiders and leaks have hinted at new features and improvements in Windows 12. At the Microsoft Ignite conference in 2022, glimpses of a revamped user interface with a floating taskbar and integrated widgets were showcased, potentially indicating a new direction for user interaction.

During Build 2023, Microsoft executives discussed plans for the "next generation of Windows," underscoring anticipation for significant updates and innovations.

Features

Cortana Integration

Windows 12 is expected to continue supporting Cortana, Microsoft's digital assistant, aimed at enhancing productivity and user interaction. Potential updates may include improved functionality and integration with other Microsoft services.

Default Search Engine and Integration

Bing is likely to remain the default search engine and integral part of Windows 12, providing seamless search capabilities and integration across the operating system.

Editions

Windows 12 is anticipated to launch in various editions catering to different user needs:

• Windows 12 Home
• Windows 12 Pro
• Windows 12 Pro Education
• Windows 12 Pro for Workstations
• Windows 12 Enterprise
• Windows 12 Education
• Windows 12 IoT Enterprise

Additionally, Microsoft plans to introduce Windows 365, a subscription-based service offering cloud-based access to Windows 12.

System Requirements

Windows 12 is expected to require modern hardware specifications for optimal performance:

• CPU Architecture: x64 or ARM64
• CPU Speed: 1 GHz or faster with 2 or more cores
• RAM: 4 GB or more
• Storage: 128 GB or larger storage device; since Windows 12, install Windows to hard disk drive is not supported
• System Firmware: UEFI and Secure Boot capable
• Trusted Platform Module 2.0
• Display: High resolution (720p), 8 bits per color channel, and more than 9 inches across

Certain features such as Windows Subsystem for Linux and Windows Mixed Reality may be specific to x86 and x64 architectures.

Pricing

The pricing strategy for Windows 12 is expected to mirror that of Windows 11, offering one-time purchase options likely around $139 for Windows 12 Home and $199 for Windows 12 Pro.