Software Update: Windows 11 Preview 22000.51

Microsoft has released the first test version of Windows 11 for members of the Windows Insiders program. The update carries build number 22000.51 and is a release from the so-called Dev Channel. Windows 11 includes a new look and feel, widgets, a new Windows Store, multi-display enhancements, and support for Wi-Fi 6E. Simultaneously with this Windows 11 preview there is a new version of Office Insiders which has also been given a new look. The announcement for this Windows 11 Insider Preview looks like this:

Announcing the first Insider Preview for Windows 11

Hello Windows Insiders, we are excited to release the first Windows 11 Insider Preview build to the Dev Channel, Build 22000.51! As we finalize the product over the coming months, we will work with you to validate the experience. You will get to try many, but not all, of the new features we showed last week in this early preview. We will bring more features such as Chat with Microsoft Teams and Android apps in the Microsoft Store over the coming months as they are ready for you – we are just getting started on this journey together!

If you haven’t yet, be sure to read our blog post on how the Windows 11 hardware requirements may impact flighting on your PC and your options to get started.

We look forward to your feedback on what you love and could love more to help make Windows 11 work best for how you work, learn, and play.