Windows® IoT

Windows® 11 IoT Enterprise & Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise for Embedded Applications

Windows® IoT Enterprise offers a powerful, scalable, and secure platform for use in industrial and embedded applications. With the introduction of Windows® 11 IoT Enterprise, a modernized version of the popular Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise solution is now available, specifically designed for long-term operation (LTSC – Long-Term Servicing Channel).

Windows® 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC

Windows® 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC is the latest version of the Windows® IoT Enterprise family and provides an improved user experience, higher security standards, and optimized performance. The new user interface is designed for productivity and intuitive operation, making it easier to use in modern industrial environments. It also supports the extensive Windows® ecosystem and offers full compatibility with existing programs, drivers, and applications. The LTSC version ensures long-term stability as it is optimized for long-term operation, receiving no feature updates, only security and maintenance updates.

Features of Windows® 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC:

  • Modern user interface: Enhanced design for optimized productivity in industrial environments.
  • Enterprise-grade security: Integrated security features such as Windows Defender Application Guard and BitLocker.
  • Compatibility: Full support for existing Windows® applications, drivers, and hardware.
  • Long-term stability: No feature updates, only security and quality updates for at least 10 years.
  • Energy efficiency and performance: Improved performance and energy savings for embedded devices.

 

Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC

Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC remains a stable and proven platform for industrial and embedded systems. This version offers the reliability and security that businesses need and is compatible with a wide range of devices used in industrial environments. The long-term support of Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC provides businesses with the confidence that their systems will be secured through security and quality updates for at least 10 years.

Comparison between Windows® 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC and Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC:

  • User interface: Windows® 11 offers a more modern and productivity-oriented interface compared to Windows® 10.
  • Security features: Both versions offer strong security features, but Windows® 11 includes additional features to combat modern threats.
  • Long-term availability: Both versions offer long-term support of at least 10 years without forced feature updates, making them ideal for industrial applications.
  • Compatibility: Both systems are compatible with the Windows® ecosystem, including drivers and applications, but Windows® 11 brings additional optimizations for newer hardware.

 

Long-term advantages of Windows® IoT Enterprise LTSC:

Both Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise and Windows® 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC offer exceptional longevity and security, which is critical for use in long-term IoT solutions. The LTSC channel ensures that businesses do not need to regularly perform feature updates, providing a stable and secure environment. Security updates continue to be provided to ensure that systems remain protected.

Pricing Model:

The licensing model for Windows® 10 and 11 IoT Enterprise is based on processor performance. The license categories are:

  • Entry: For lower-performance devices.
  • Value: For medium performance.
  • High-End: For high-performance processors.

 

Your Benefits with FORTEC:

Benefit from our many years of experience in implementing Windows® IoT solutions, whether standardized or tailored to your specific requirements. Our existing Windows® 10 and Windows® 11 IoT Enterprise images are available for numerous PC boards and systems, and we also support the development of custom solutions.

Here are examples of our products that are already available with preinstalled Windows 11 IoT

BoxPC Pro NPA-2009
Nexcom Neu-X60
SBC NPA-2009 

Below you can find a short overview of the different Windows IoT versions

WINDOWS 10 and 11 IOT OVERVIEW