The following are the notable features of Windows 11 Pro:

Microsoft Store

Download Windows apps for your Windows tablet or computer. Browse thousands of free and paid apps by category, read user reviews, and compare ratings.

Microsoft Teams

Get Teams integrated directly into the Windows 11 Taskbar, making it easier to access. You’ll be able to access Teams from Windows, Mac, Android, or iOS.

Xbox Game Pass better gaming

Windows 11 Pro now has certain features found in Xbox consoles, like Auto HDR and DirectStorage, to improve gaming on your Windows PC.

Remote (Virtual) desktop support (Client only)

Windows 11 lets you set up virtual desktops to allow you to toggle between multiple desktops for personal, work, school, or gaming use. Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection lets you remotely connect to another PC from anywhere. It’s disabled by default in Windows 11.

Windows Hello

Sign in to your Microsoft account with Windows Hello. Windows 11 Pro now allows you to sign in to your device on the lock screen and sign in to your account on the web using Windows Hello.

Device encryption

Windows 11 Pro has Device Encryption. Windows device encryption is a security feature in Microsoft Windows that helps protect your data by encrypting the system drive. If device encryption is enabled, only authorized individuals can access your device and data.

Firewall and network protection

Feel protected and stay safe. Included in Windows 11 Pro, Firewall & network protection in Windows Security lets you view the status of Microsoft Defender Firewall and see what networks your device is connected to.

Internet protection

Security is a big part of Windows 11 Pro, but so is delivering productivity and a good experience with all the security features turned on. This is why Internet Protection is included in the system to protect you from Internet-related attacks.

Parental controls/protection

Privacy starts with putting you in control. You should have the tools and information to make informed choices. You can manage your data saved to the cloud.

Secure Boot

Secure Boot is a security standard developed by members of the PC industry to help make sure that a device boots using only software that is trusted by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). When the PC starts, the firmware checks the signature of each piece of boot software, including UEFI firmware drivers (also known as Option ROMs), EFI applications, and the operating system. If the signatures are valid, the PC boots and the firmware gives control to the operating system.

Windows Defender Antivirus

In Windows 11 Pro, there’s a Windows Security App and Microsoft Defender Antivirus program to keep you safe — Protect your data and devices.

Snap Groups and Snap Layouts

These are collections of the apps you’re using at once that sit in the Taskbar and can come up or be minimized at the same time for easier task switching. Isn’t Windows 11 Pro Great?

They also let you plug and unplug from a monitor more easily without losing where your open windows are located.

Other notable features of Windows 11 Pro are

• Set up with a local account
• Join Active Directory/Azure AD
• Hyper-V
• Windows Sandbox
• BitLocker device encryption
• Windows Information Protection
• Mobile device management (MDM)
• Group Policy
• Enterprise State Roaming with Azure
• Assigned Access
• Dynamic Provisioning
• Windows Update for Business
• Kiosk mode