Windows 11 SE: What it is and how it differs from Windows 11

If you have recently heard about the launch of Windows 11 SE and do not know what this version of the new Microsoft cloud operating system consists of, we will tell you what it is, what it consists of and why it aspires to be one of the main tools for the educational field in cabbages.

We reveal how it differs from Windows 11 , what are the applications that can be installed, how you can ask to use your own programs and we will tell you how it is possible to achieve it. Although we anticipate that it has been designed for use in schools and education.

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What is it and for whom is it intended?

Windows 11 SE is a company operating system designed to be used at school , in classes or in education in general. It is a tool designed for teachers who want a simple and distraction-free environment for students, and also for school IT administrators who want devices that are easy to deploy, manage and secure and adapt well to changing school year conditions. It can be managed from the cloud with Intune for Education, although it also lacks some Windows 11 features.

It runs on web-based devices that use essential educational apps and with simpler configurations, as some can be done and others are not possible. In it, Microsoft Office 365 is already pre-installed. Although it does not have its Microsoft Store app store, in addition to the apps installed by default, third-party applications will be allowed if you want to send your own, something that we will tell you later how you can do it. The goal is for students to be able to study as efficiently as possible, without distractions and with optimal resources for education.

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It will be seen with a new colorful default Bloom wallpaper and changes to the way apps are presented . In addition, it updates silently so that it does not disturb you while you are working with it. You will be able to do this outside of school hours so as not to interrupt during classes.

How it differs from Windows 11

Only taking into account that it has been designed specifically for a purpose will we know that, although it may share similarities with Windows 11, it also has important differences. Therefore, we are going to comment on what are the main differentiating characteristics that we must take into account and why they make the operating system for education.

Characteristics

Windows 11 SE is a version of the operating system designed specifically for the educational field. It is designed so that it can be adapted to the school needs of children, for their part changing, avoiding unnecessary distractions. The applications will only open in full screen mode , with the possibility of using up to 2 apps at the same time. There are only 2 layouts in which 2 apps can be displayed at the same time. It does not have widgets to avoid distractions and the configuration is much easier.

The main features that it has and that differs from other versions of Windows are several, starting with that it is designed for less powerful computers , since it has been optimized to work with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. Only manufacturers can install it on specific equipment for education. Computers will be connected in the cloud , so outside of school you can only work offline . At school, everything done can be synchronized through OneDrive.

It will include Edge with the Chrome extensions by default so that these can be used without problems. In addition, documents will be automatically backed up. Another remarkable feature is that it comes with several applications included , in addition, only the apps that the school’s ICT administrators decide can be installed. In addition, it is designed to consume less battery and that the equipment has autonomy throughout the day.

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Applications

Windows 11 SE comes with several applications included by default such as Office, OneNote and Teams, designed for school and initially only in English, although more can be installed within those that are allowed and whenever the school’s ICT staff decides.

Among the apps that you can run with the Intune for Education portal, we highlight:

  • Chrome
  • Dragon assistant
  • Dragon Professional individual
  • e-Speaking Voice and Speech recognition
  • NaturalReader
  • Jaws for Windows
  • Kite Student Portal
  • NextUp Talker
  • NonVisual Desktop Access
  • Read and Write
  • SuperNova Magnifier & Screen Reader
  • SuperNova Magnifier & Speech
  • Text Aloud
  • Zoom
  • Zoomtext Fusion by AiSquared
  • ZoomText Magnifier / Reader

Applications that run in a browser, such as progressive web applications (PWA) and web apps, can be run without changes or limitations. Not so with those that require installation , in that it will fail if attempted. You can talk to Microsoft to enable them.

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Also, anyone at the school can submit their request to add their own apps here by logging in with the school account as user@contoso.edu. If it meets the requirements , the company will work with the independent software vendor to test it, and when it is ready, Microsoft will be updated. It would be added to Intune for Education and you have to assign it to your devices to start using it.

How is it obtained

One of the main differences from other operating systems is that it is only available pre-installed on OEM (original equipment manufacturer) devices. It installs the operating system and makes the devices available for purchase by schools and in education.

Therefore, you will be able to use it if at the children’s school they acquire devices with Windows SE or if you buy Microsoft Surface with the operating system already installed. The first equipment that arrives with it is the Surface Laptop SE , a computer with an 11.6-inch HD TFT LCD panel with an Intel Celeron N4020 or N4120 processor and 4 or 8 GB of RAM with 64 or 128 GB of internal storage, in addition to a webcam. and battery with autonomy up to 16 hours.

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It can be seen in models from Acer, Dell, Asus, Lenovo and other brands in AMD and Intel processors, but only the less powerful and designed for this type of use. It is not optimized for the general public, but for education, so it will only be sold to companies and educational centers for computers of different brands with basic specifications.