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Overview

In Windows 11, you no longer need to download software from Software Center and can find and install apps from within the Microsoft App Store.

The Microsoft App Store on Windows 11 is a centralized platform designed to provide users with a convenient way to discover, download, and manage applications that are external to base SPU provided applications. The App Store offers a wide range of apps, including productivity tools, entertainment apps, games, utilities, and more.

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In order to install SPU provided apps with required licensing, please refer to the Company Portal wiki page.

Note

As Company Portal develops further, you will need to install Microsoft Teams through the the Microsoft App Store.

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Accessing and Navigating the App Store

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To download and install apps from the Microsoft App Store:

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  1. Select the app

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  1. you wish to install.

  2. Click on the Get button.

  3. Once installed, the app will give you the option to open it from the app’s page. It will also appear in your Start menu and can be launched from there.

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For quick access to your new apps, you can have the option to pin them within the start menu or taskbar. Simply right-click on the app and select Pin to Start or Pin to Taskbar.

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Navigate to Installed Apps:

  1. In the Settings app, click Click on Apps in within the sidebar.

  2. Select Installed Apps.

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  1. Find the app you wish to uninstall.

  2. Click on the Options icon (dots) and select .

  3. Select Uninstall.

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Settings and Preferences

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