Windows 11 is here: what you need to know
Earlier this year, Microsoft announced they’d stop supporting features and security for Windows 10 in 2025. Because of this, all Deakin computers you may use for your studies in the library and study spaces on campus will be upgraded to Windows 11.
We also recommend checking if any personal devices you have, currently running on Windows 10, can be upgraded to Windows 11 or to consider replacing them with a device which can.
Why Windows 11?
One of the main precautions cyber security experts always recommend is to regularly update devices and apps. Updates improve security and fix any newly identified weaknesses so they can’t be used to hack you.
With Microsoft’s end of supporting updates for Windows 10, it is then necessary to switch to Windows 11 to maintain the latest security.
In addition to this, Windows 11 brings a range of other improvements to the user experience, with a smoother look and feel, and will increase the IT Service Desk’s capabilities to better manage your computer, no matter your study location.
Find out more information about Windows 11 here.
Things to be aware of
When using a computer running Windows 11:
- you’ll need multi-factor authentication (MFA) when logging into your device – As part of our commitment to improving security, users will need to perform Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) when signing into a Deakin device. Find out more information about the login process and MFA here.
- your user files will be stored on OneDrive – Instead of using the H:\ drive, all user files will now be stored in OneDrive. This change is intended to provide greater accessibility and security for your files, allowing you to access them from any device with internet connectivity. Find out more about the OneDrive transition here.
Again, when using personal devices that run on Windows, it is recommended to check whether your device can be upgraded to Windows 11 or consider replacing it for a device that has this capability. Please keep in mind that if your device isn’t up to date this may affect your ability to access Deakin’s services. Check if your device can be upgraded to Windows 11 here.
Upgrade roll-out schedule
The upgrades to university devices will start with those in library spaces in the Trimester 2 2025 break with the goal to have as many rooms converted to the new system by the start of Trimester 1 2026.
Additional information and support
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the IT Service Desk here.