Feb 06, 2023 20:00:00

Introducing 'Tiny11', a lightweight version of Windows 11 that runs on only 2GB of memory

The minimum system requirements for Windows 11 , the latest version of Windows at the time of writing, require 4GB of memory and 64GB or more of storage capacity. Introducing Tiny11, a Windows 11 clone that significantly reduces this requirement and requires only 2GB of memory and about 8GB of storage.

De-Bloated Windows 11 Build Runs on 2GB of RAM | Tom's Hardware
https://www.tomshardware.com/news/tiny11-lean-windows-11

Developer and YouTuber NTDEV said on Twitter on February 3, 2023, 'It's finally here. Based on Windows 11 Pro 22H2, Tiny11 eliminates the bloated file size and large file size of a standard Windows installation. 'It has everything you need for a comfortable computing experience without the hassle,' he said in announcing the release of Tiny11.

It's finally here!
Based off of Windows 11 Pro 22H2, tiny11 has everything you need for a comfortable computing experience without the bloat and clutter of a standard Windows installation.
https://t.co/yM1Ip2ljjB pic.twitter.com/Tg5PWUZU1Q

— NTDEV @[email protected] (@NTDEV_) February 2, 2023

According to IT news site Tom's Hardware, Tiny11 can be downloaded directly from the distribution page or via the BitTorrent protocol, and the ISO file size is only 3GB.

The memory used is 2GB, which is lightweight and does not require any specifications, so even those who have decided not to upgrade from Windows 10 due to processor generation or TPM limitations can use Microsoft's latest OS using the Tiny11 ISO. That's what Tom's Hardware said.

by NTDev

In addition, Tiny11 includes the standard payload of accessibility tools as-is, including standard software such as 'Calculator', 'Notepad', and 'Paint'. You can also use the Microsoft Store as is, so you can also get Windows apps and tools from there.

However, it is not completely the same as the original Windows 11 because it has been thoroughly stripped down. For example, although updates for .NET , drivers, and security definitions can be installed from Windows Update, NTDEV says they are 'not covered by the service.'

1. Tiny11 is not serviceable, but .NET, drivers and security definiton updates can still be installed from Windows Update.

— NTDEV @[email protected] (@NTDEV_) February 3, 2023

Furthermore, the Windows Component Store (WinSxS), which Microsoft uses to implement new features, is also omitted, so new features and languages cannot be installed. Therefore, if new features are added to the original Windows 11, we can only hope that the Tiny11 ISO will be updated.