Windows 11 LTSC - How many people here are using it?

Katana1074 · May 10, 2026

I run Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC on my main pc, as I don't need any of the AI Slop...

It comes with less bloatware, Other than having to install ms store and xbox.....

Works A treat....

Silvio · May 10, 2026

Katana1074 said:
I run Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC on my main pc, as I don't need any of the AI Slop...

It comes with less bloatware, Other than having to install ms store and xbox.....

Works A treat....

No, you can't do that, it's "illegal"..

:lmao:

pseymour · May 10, 2026

You want to use an OS for which you don't have a license, beyond its evaluation period (you did suggest you were going to re-install in your first post), for a use other than its intended purpose, that's on you, sweetie.

gunrunnerjohn · May 10, 2026

Silvio said:
From what I have read, disabling AI components in Win 11 Home/Pro, can be undone, just by installing updates.

Probably true, then I'll just kill them again!

maur0 · May 10, 2026

Silvio · May 11, 2026

pseymour said:
You want to use an OS for which you don't have a license, beyond its evaluation period (you did suggest you were going to re-install in your first post), for a use other than its intended purpose, that's on you, sweetie.

In case this thread, was moving a little too swiftly for you:

When you install "Win 11 2024 LTSC IOT evaluation", it is licensed for 90x days (As confirmed by screenshot)
MS provides a means of extending Win 11 2024 LTSC IOT evaluation period, it is referred to as "re-arming", and software remains "licensed", when this official method is used.
Product can be "re-armed", using "MS" official method, currently, a maximum of 2x times, (as confirmed by screenshot)
Performing clean install, results in repeat of the above process.

At no point, using the above procedure, is the software "unlicensed".. "Sweetie"

Silvio · May 11, 2026

maur0 said:

My current "Windows 11 2024 IOT LTSC" machine, has Xeon 2680 V4, with 64gb DDR4, and I'm quite shocked how smooth it is to use, faster than fresh install of Win 1123H2 Pro.

Also, fresh install from genuine MS ISO, required no regedit hacks, (My machine does have TPM 2.0).

pseymour · May 11, 2026

Silvio said:
In case this thread, was moving a little too swiftly for you:

When you install "Win 11 2024 LTSC IOT evaluation", it is licensed for 90x days (As confirmed by screenshot)

MS provides a means of extending Win 11 2024 LTSC IOT evaluation period, it is referred to as "re-arming", and software remains "licensed", when this official method is used.

Product can be "re-armed", using "MS" official method, currently, a maximum of 2x times, (as confirmed by screenshot)

Performing clean install, results in repeat of the above process.

At no point, using the above procedure, is the software "unlicensed".. "Sweetie"

I can assure you that you don’t move too fast for me, and it is unlicensed by definition as it is an evaluation installation.

Silvio · May 11, 2026

pseymour said:
I can assure you that you don’t move too fast for me, and it is unlicensed by definition as it is an evaluation installation.

NormanF · May 11, 2026

You can now get a legtimate third party licence for LTSC/Enterprise.

Enterprise is meant for the corporate space and is too heavy for average users. Education is essentially Enterprise Lite. It offers LTSC style stability and has 36 months of support compared to Pro that offers 24, The difference from Pro is the removal of bloat and all the AI stuff Microsoft is pushing out. If you're looking for feature and security updates, its an improvement over LTSC that is frozen for five years where you get only security updates. So there are two clear upgrade paths if Pro doesn't work well for your needs.

Katana1074 · May 11, 2026

NormanF said:
You can now get a legtimate third party licence for LTSC/Enterprise.

Enterprise is meant for the corporate space and is too heavy for average users. Education is essentially Enterprise Lite. It offers LTSC style stability and has 36 months of support compared to Pro that offers 24, The difference from Pro is the removal of bloat and all the AI stuff Microsoft is pushing out. If you're looking for feature and security updates, its an improvement over LTSC that is frozen for five years where you get only security updates. So there are two clear upgrade paths if Pro doesn't work well for your needs.

Your under the assumption that LTSC is frozen, The standard Enterprise ISO is Build - 26100.1742, however there are frequent updates, the last update was 26100.8246.1.23 April 14 2026,

Its up to the company or user as to whether they opt in or out of updates...

Regards

NormanF · May 11, 2026

LTSC doesn't get feature updates, only security updates. That's why its in a frozen state. Non LTSC enterprise editions like Enterprise and Education receive feature updates over a longer support cycle than Pro.

Katana1074 · May 11, 2026

NormanF said:
LTSC doesn't get feature updates, only security updates. That's why its in a frozen state. Non LTSC enterprise editions like Enterprise and Education receive feature updates over a longer support cycle than Pro.

not true...

Windows 11 - release information

Learn release information for Windows 11 releases

learn.microsoft.com

Marcus Vinicus · May 11, 2026

This what Microsoft say about Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC and feature updates.

Windows Enterprise LTSC overview

An overview of the Windows long-term servicing channel (LTSC).

learn.microsoft.com

In the documentation for the IoT SKU Microsoft say this:

What's new in Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 - Windows IoT Enterprise

Learn about new and updated features that are of interest to device makers and IT Pros working with Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024.

learn.microsoft.com

RD Mercer · May 11, 2026

Katana1074 said:
I run Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC on my main pc, as I don't need any of the AI Slop...

It comes with less bloatware, Other than having to install ms store and xbox.....

Works A treat....

I run the same OS, I like it.

Silvio · May 12, 2026

HeavyHemi · May 12, 2026

Silvio said:
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What is your purpose in bragging about violating the licensing agreement?

I don't believe any one is confused you can legitimately license a copy for EVALUATION use. I am not sure why you're confused as to why your usage is violating that agreement.

Silvio · May 12, 2026

HeavyHemi said:
What is your purpose in bragging about violating the licensing agreement? I don't believe any one is confused you can legitimately license a copy for EVALUATION use. I am not sure why you're confused as to why your usage is violating that agreement.

Try reading above again, it's not the evaluation product.

And hey, if you don't agree with people using the version of Windows they prefer, on their own hardware, feel free to stay away, and not rant on this thread..

RD Mercer · May 12, 2026

Silvio said:
Try reading above again, it's not the evaluation product.

And hey, if you don't agree with people using the version of Windows they prefer, on their own hardware, feel free to stay away, and not rant on this thread..

Yeah, some folks here flip out over use of some operating systems. By the way, you certainly can buy and license a copy of IoT LTSC. Yes, you can legally buy and license Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC, but it is aimed at businesses, developers, and embedded systems rather than general consumers, often requiring purchase through authorized distributors. It is generally licensed per device through OEM channels or Volume Licensing.

Silvio · May 12, 2026

RD Mercer said:
Yeah, some folks here flip out over use of some operating systems.

Agreed...

But good grief..

I'm actually an IT/Linux professional.

So, no one on a Windows 11 Forum, will be dictating to me, which version of OS, I choose to use.

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