Developers and early adopters will access the Dev Channel to get version 12.1 before the public. To do this:

One of the biggest complaints about Windows 11 was the strict TPM 2.0 requirement. Windows 12.1 is expected to be even stricter. Before attempting a , ensure your hardware meets these rumored specs:

Current reports and industry rumors suggest that Microsoft is continuing to focus on Windows 11, with any potential successor—often referred to as "Windows 12"—not expected to launch until at least . The Risks of "Windows 12" Downloads

If you are looking forward to this download, here is the killer feature set:

Assuming the OS has launched or is available in preview, follow this guide: