Last month, Microsoft released Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10 for June 2024, along with updated Windows 11 install images featuring fresh Defender definitions. However, Windows enthusiasts are constantly seeking ways to optimize their PCs, often resorting to stripping out features like telemetry and minimizing background apps. This includes removing official Microsoft apps like Edge and essential applications such as Windows Security and Microsoft Defender to reduce background processes.
Unofficial Windows 11 China Government Edition
A new unofficial Windows 11 China Government edition has surfaced online, lacking Edge, other Microsoft apps, and the Microsoft Store. Unfortunately, this edition also lacks Defender, posing a security risk for users.
The China Government edition has been unofficially activated using KMS38 by MASgrave, an offline activation method that extends the KMS activated period up to January 19, 2038, bypassing the usual 180-day limit. However, the Y2K38 super-bug prevents further extension. The GatherOSstate EXE file, tricked by KMS38, helps determine the OS’s eligibility for an upgrade.
The officially available Windows China Government edition was initially released in 2017 for Windows 10. While users may experiment with this edition on a virtual machine, it is not recommended for use on a physical PC. Those seeking an officially recommended Windows version may consider the Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC, released in April, with more modest system requirements and no mandatory TPM 2.0 or Secure Boot, making it a more suitable option for real system usage.