The LTSC build isn’t the totality of Windows 11, it’s even missing major features.
You can defend advertising as ‘a business decision‘ but this is an actual product they are shipping as Windows 11. LTSC is also compromised due to business decisions, so there’s no clean option.
What is Windows 11 LTSC missing? I use my Windows PC mainly for gaming & light web browsing/studying/coding.
I did have to manually install some Windows components I needed, e.g. the Windows store, but other than that I haven't had a single issue in the last few months I've been on it.
I'm not going to defend the normal version of Windows 11 (it sucks), but, again, the LTSC build is excellent.
It’s an issue over time, LTSC 2024 just dropped so it seems fine today.
But in time you’ll see hardware compatibility and API features missing, at least based on earlier LTSC versions. Which is why I said it’s a business issue not an issue with that version of Windows. It’s stuff like not being able to use the latest Bluetooth or WiFi versions and occasional software compatibility problems.
If you’re fine using the same hardware and software for years as intended then it’s not a major problem, but it’s designed for ATM’s and medical devices not gaming etc.
Yes. I would pay any reasonable amount, but Microsoft doesn't make it available to consumers, so I don't feel bad about it. I found it here: https://massgrave.dev/windows_ltsc_links
They include instructions for verifying the ISO integrity. Activation uses their tool but I believe the method is straightforward to do on your own.
I’ve specifically mentioned the LTSC build when mentioning Windows 11, which does not have the normal bloat.
The consumer version of Windows 11 is terrible IMO, but that’s more a business decision than a technical one.