Gaming on LEAKED Windows 11
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The video begins with Linus announcing an exploratory deep dive into a leaked build of Windows 11, framing the exploration as a curiosity-driven experiment rather than a recommendation to install leaked software on personal hardware. He outlines three signals that a Windows 11 release might be imminent, including an upcoming event, a retirement date for Windows 10 on Microsoft’s site, and the intention to actually boot and test the leaked OS. The creator walks through the process of creating a bootable installer using Rufus because official distribution channels were not available, and he makes a careful disclaimer about not providing a source for the ISO. The setup segment emphasizes caution, noting the security implications of testing leaked software and the potential need to install in a controlled environment like a virtualization host. The early portion ends with expectations about a redesigned interface, new task bar behavior, and a fresh start menu as the system boots up for the first time, highlighting the novelty while acknowledging the risks of testing pre-release software.
Topics · technology · gaming · virtualization · operating systems
Questions answered
- What method did Linus use to create a Windows 11 installer for testing?
- He used Rufus to create a bootable USB installer because official download options were not available for the leaked build.
- Why did the team run Windows 11 in a virtual machine instead of bare hardware at times?
- To improve security, to allow quick wipes and restarts, and because some builds reportedly blocked installation on bare hardware.
- What hardware was used to test gaming within Windows 11 in the video?
- An Unraid-based VM with a GPU pass-through, featuring an RTX 2080 Ti and a Ryzen 9 3900X level of CPU and RAM in a near-native setup.
- What is a notable UI change discussed in the video?
- The new start menu and a more central widget-centric experience, including a redesigned taskbar and new desktop management features.