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Windows 11 Clone OS

A modern Windows 11 inspired browser-based operating system clone built with React, Tailwind CSS, and LocalStorage. This project recreates the desktop experience of Windows inside the browser with interactive apps, draggable windows, taskbar, start menu, and persistent user settings.

Preview

A mini desktop operating system experience directly in your browser.

Features Included

Windows style boot screen
Lock screen / login screen
Desktop environment
Centered taskbar
Start menu
Search panel
Notification panel
Draggable windows
Minimize / maximize / close windows
Multiple running apps
File Explorer
Notepad
Calculator
Settings
Browser app
Music player
Gallery
Terminal
Dark / Light mode
Wallpaper changer
LocalStorage save system

Tech Stack

React
Tailwind CSS
JavaScript
LocalStorage

Folder Structure

src/
├── components/
├── apps/
├── hooks/
├── utils/
├── data/
├── App.jsx
└── main.jsx

Installation

Clone Project

git clone https://github.com/yourusername/windows-clone-os.git
cd windows-clone-os

Install Dependencies

npm install

Start Development Server

npm start

Build for Production

npm run build

Apps Included

File Explorer

Browse folders and files in a simulated file system.

Notepad

Write notes with auto-save using LocalStorage.

Calculator

Fully functional calculator.

Settings

Customize theme, wallpaper, accent colors, and system preferences.

Browser

Open websites using iframe where supported.

Gallery

View images.

Music Player

Play audio files.

Terminal

Fake command prompt with commands:

help
date
clear
whoami
dir

LocalStorage Features

Saved automatically:

Theme mode
Wallpaper
Notes content
Username
Last opened apps
Window positions
Preferences

UI Features

Windows 11 inspired design
Glassmorphism effects
Smooth animations
Responsive layout
Hover effects
Realistic desktop experience

Future Updates

Multi-user profiles
App store
Cloud sync
Games folder
File upload system
Voice assistant
Widgets panel

Screenshots

Add screenshots here after project completion.

Author

Created by DN

License

This project is for educational and portfolio purposes only.

Windows and Windows 11 are trademarks of Microsoft. This project is an unofficial UI clone and not affiliated with Microsoft.

Support

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