Microsoft Windows 11
Windows 11 is the latest version of the Windows Operating System from Microsoft.
Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 10 after 14 October 2025. After this date, no software updates, including critical security fixes, will be provided.
Therefore, any University laptops and desktop PCs which are still using Windows 10, will need to be upgraded to Windows 11.
Soon, colleagues and postgraduate researchers with Windows 10 PCs will be asked to arrange their own upgrade, and can choose a suitable time slot for this. The request form will be added to this page when it is ready.
In addition to more up-to-date functionality, University Windows 11 PCs save your files to Microsoft OneDrive by default rather than your P:drive. If you’re using your P:drive, you should ensure your files are moved to your OneDrive as soon as possible, to ensure you will be prepared for the future decommissioning of the P:Drive service.
Library staff should contact the Library Digital Support team to arrange for their laptop upgrade, or use the Library sign-up sheet.
Student PCs in PC clusters will be upgraded during the summer break.
If your PC is already using Windows 11, you do not need to take any further action.
Help and information
Follow our step-by-step guides to help you get started.
- Microsoft Windows: Find which version you are using (staff)
- Sign out and power options
- Managing multiple displays
- Changing your default apps
Last updated: Monday 24 March 2025
