In the era of computer performance, there is a group of users who demand a lightweight computer configuration, and at the same time, the cleanliness of the system has reached an incredible height.
The LTSC Long Service Edition of Windows 10 used to provide a solution for such users, but the wait for the official lite version of Win11 seems like waiting for the next heavy snowfall.
However, third-party streamlined systems have emerged, among which Atlas, ReviOS, Tiny11, etc. have attracted much attention. And in this moment of great adventure, Tiny11 reappeared, this time with Tiny11 Core.
This version has been crafted by developer NTDEV and takes up only 3.3GB of disk space, which may seem insignificant, but it makes you want to explore the mysteries.
The ISO image of the Tiny11 Core is compressed to just 2GB, which is a tiny number compared to traditional Windows.
With only 3.3GB of disk space after installation, such a lightweight design is simply for those who are keen to push the envelope.
This version removes Windows 11 components such as WinSxS, Windows Defender, Microsoft Edge, and System Update, and is clearly targeted as a test or development platform.
However, NTDEV solemnly declares that it is not recommended for use in daily production environments, and that it is a system designed for tossing and turning, and is only suitable for "classic machines" or other "weird" devices.
Tiny11 previously launched a version based on Win11 arm64, which allows users to run Win11 on Macs with M1/M2 chips.
And with the passage of time, the ARM version was upgraded again, and the Tiny11 Core arm64 version was officially released. This version is similar to the x64 version, but the ISO image is only 3.1 GB and the installed footprint is only 8.6 GB.
This lightness opens up more possibilities for users, such as running Tiny11 Core on the M1 iPad, as if the iPad is equipped with Win11 wings.
According to the experience shared by some users, the single-core score of the virtual machine of the M1 platform has reached a satisfactory level, which is a huge challenge to the performance of the ARM platform and a unique attempt.
Compared with the previous version, the configuration requirements of the Tiny11 Core arm64 version are further reduced. This allowed the UTM VM to support A-series processors, further improving playability.
In the past, Tiny11 roughly required about 3GB + 15GB of memory and hard disk space, but now, Tiny11 Core arm64 has lower configuration requirements, allowing more users to have the opportunity to experience x64 classic machines or other arm64 devices.
However, it should be noted that although the Tiny11 Core arm64 version offers more possibilities, it is not recommended for a daily stable production environment due to its simplicity. For users who are looking for relatively stable use, perhaps the traditional Tiny11 version is more suitable.
Overall, the Tiny11 Core has once again attracted the attention of users with its lightweight and flexible characteristics. After a streamlined installation, it is only 3.3GB, which may be a small number, but it has set off a new wave of "slimming" of Windows 11 in the tech world.
Users no longer need huge hard drive space and high specs, Tiny11 Core brings Win11 to life on lower-spec devices.
Whether Tiny11 Core is a smart choice depends on whether or not you're willing to take the plunge and try a new operating system. Whether you experience the ultimate lightweight on a classic machine, or start your Win11 journey on an M1 iPad, it will be a challenge to the limits of technology.
Perhaps in this lightweight era, we will see the rise of more streamlined systems like Tiny11 Core, providing users with more choices and making computers more relaxed and flexible.