Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Pinnacle ICT Distributor South Africa

Windows 11 or Windows 11 Pro

What's the difference?

Windows 11 and Windows 11 Pro have numerous core features in common. However, Windows 11 Pro stands out by offering additional capabilities, primarily tailored for business and professional users.

Pricing

Windows	Windows Pro
Typically comes pre-installed on consumer-oriented PCs and laptops.	Requires a separate purchase or is available through volume licensing for businesses.

Advanced Security

Windows	Windows Pro
Offers standard security features such as Windows Defender Antivirus, Windows Defender SmartScreen, and Windows Hello for biometric authentication.	Includes enhanced security features like BitLocker encryption, Windows Defender Credential Guard, and AppLocker, making it suitable for businesses with higher security requirements.

Business Features

Windows	Windows Pro
Geared towards consumers and home users, providing essential features for personal computing.	Includes enhanced security features like BitLocker encryption, Windows Defender Credential Guard, and AppLocker, making it suitable for businesses with higher security requirements.

Virtualization

Windows	Windows Pro
Limited virtualization capabilities.	Offers additional virtualization features such as Hyper-V, which allows users to run virtual machines on their system.

Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) Option

Windows	Windows Pro
Does not have an LTSC version.	Offers a Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) version, designed for mission-critical systems and businesses that require a stable and predictable environment.

Windows Update for Business

Windows	Windows Pro
Limited control over Windows updates.	Includes Windows Update for Business, which provides more control and flexibility over update deployment in an enterprise environment.

Remote Desktop Services

Windows	Windows Pro
Limited support for Remote Desktop Client.	Includes Remote Desktop Services, allowing users to access their desktops and applications remotely, which is crucial for businesses with remote or distributed workforces.

Device Encryption

Windows	Windows Pro
Includes device encryption.	Offers BitLocker encryption, providing stronger data protection and compliance with security regulations.

App Compatibility

Windows	Windows Pro
Designed to run a wide range of consumer-oriented apps.	Ensures compatibility with enterprise software and tools commonly used in business environments.

Domain Join

Windows	Windows Pro
Includes device encryption.	Offers BitLocker encryption, providing stronger data protection and compliance with security regulations.

Licensing and Activation

Windows

Windows Pro

Comes pre-installed on Consumer Devices (PCs and laptops).

Comes pre-installed on Commercial Devices (PCs and laptops).

On build-to-order devices, Windows 11 Pro would need to be pre-installed.

On devices pre-installed with Windows 11 Home, a separate purchase would need to be processed for Windows 11 Pro as either an upgrade or as a clean install.

Microsoft ESD Windows 11 Pro
All Language Downloadable
Online License Key

SKU: FQC-10572

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Windows 11 Pro is a more feature-rich and business-focused version of Windows 11, offering enhanced security, management, and virtualisation capabilities tailored to the needs of professional and enterprise users. The choice between Windows 11 and Windows 11 Pro should be based on the specific requirements you require.