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Despite being touted as the final version of Windows by Microsoft, Windows 10 has been given a sunset date of October 14, 2025. Microsoft is now set to unveil the next version of Windows soon, which the internet has naturally dubbed "Windows 11." The Verge has posted pictures from a version of the OS that has leaked out, and it appears as though the design of Windows 10X has infected the main version of the OS. Be prepared to deal with a UI designed for touchscreens yet again.
https://www.theverge.com/2021/6/15/22535123/microsoft-windows-11-leak-screenshots-start-menu
EDIT: Since there is ongoing discussion about this actually being Windows 10 21H2 and being called "Windows 11" for clickbait, here is the direct source for when Windows 10 will reach retirements status. Note that the date is not listed in the "Releases" section like every other feature update.
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-home-and-pro
Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 11 operating system has leaked online today. After screenshots were first published at Chinese site Baidu, the entire Windows 11 OS has appeared online, complete with a new user interface, Start menu, and lots more.
The new Windows 11 user interface and Start menu look very similar to what was originally found in Windows 10X. Microsoft had been simplifying Windows for dual-screen devices, before canceling this project in favor of Windows 11.
Here's a first look at Windows 11. There's a new Start menu, rounded corners, a new startup sound, and more...
This updated Start menu is a simplified version of what currently exists in Windows 10, without Live Tiles. It includes pinned apps, recent files, and the ability to quickly shut down or restart Windows 11 devices. It’s really a lot more simplified than what exists in Windows 10 today.
Microsoft is also using rounded corners throughout Windows 11. These are visible in context menus, and around apps and the File Explorer. The Start menu itself also includes rounded corners.
https://www.theverge.com/2021/6/15/22535123/microsoft-windows-11-leak-screenshots-start-menu


EDIT: Since there is ongoing discussion about this actually being Windows 10 21H2 and being called "Windows 11" for clickbait, here is the direct source for when Windows 10 will reach retirements status. Note that the date is not listed in the "Releases" section like every other feature update.
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-home-and-pro

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