In the era of computer performance, there is a group of users who demand a lightweight computer configuration and at the same time an incredible level of system cleanliness.
Windows 10's LTSC Long Service Edition used to provide a solution for such users, but the wait for the official lite version of Win11 seemed like waiting for the next big snowfall.
However, third-party streamlined systems have emerged, among which Atlas, Revios, Tiny11, etc. have attracted much attention. And at this moment of great adventure, tiny11 reappeared, this time bringing tiny11 core.
This version has been carefully crafted by the developer ntdev and only occupies 33GB of disk space may seem insignificant, but it makes people wonder what the secret is.
The Tiny11 Core's ISO image is compressed to just 2GB, which is a tiny number compared to traditional Windows systems.
It only occupies 3 after installationWith 3GB of disk space, such a lightweight design is simply made for users who are keen to push the limits.
This release removes Windows 11 components such as WinSXS, Windows Defender, Microsoft Edge, and system updates, and is targeted as a test or development platform.
However, NTDEV solemnly states that it is not recommended for use in everyday production environments, and that this 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.
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 31GB, and the footprint after installation is only 86gb。
This lightness opens up more possibilities for users, such as running Tiny11 Core on the M1 iPad, as if the iPad was equipped with Win11 wings.
According to the experience shared by some users, the single-core score of the virtual machine on 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, the Tiny11 roughly required about 3GB + 15GB of memory and hard disk space, but now, the configuration requirements of the Tiny11 Core ARM64 are lower, allowing more users to have a smooth experience on X64 classic machines or other ARM64 devices.
However, it is important to note 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. Lite only 3 after installation3GB, this number may be small, but it is a new wave of Windows 11 in the tech world.
Users no longer need huge hard disk space and high configurations, Tiny11 Core makes Win11 shine on lower-spec devices.
Whether or not the choice of tiny11 core is a smart choice depends on whether you are willing to take the risk of trying a new operating system. Whether you experience the ultimate lightweight on a classic machine, or start the journey of Win11 on an M1 iPad, it will be a challenge to the limits of technology.
Perhaps in this lightweight era, we will witness the rise of more streamlined systems like the tiny11 core, providing users with more choices and making computers more relaxed and flexible.