Zorin OS 18.1 Mimics Windows 11 for Free, Avoiding $47.99 Pro License
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Updated · ZDNet · Jun 27
Zorin OS 18.1 Mimics Windows 11 for Free, Avoiding $47.99 Pro License
3 articles · Updated · ZDNet · Jun 27
Summary
Zorin OS 18.1 can be made to look close to Windows 11 without paying for the Pro edition, using the free layout options and a few interface tweaks.
The setup starts in Zorin Appearance with the top-right layout, then shifts to Taskbar Settings to square the panel corners, stretch panel length to 100%, and center key taskbar elements.
GNOME Extensions adds optional Windows-like touches, including the WeatherPanel applet, while a Windows 11-style wallpaper completes the visual match.
Zorin's Pro version already includes a dedicated Windows 11 layout, but it costs $47.99 and the license does not carry over to the next major release, which is supported for five years.