| Scenario | Verdict | | --- | --- | | | ✅ Proceed – install ETAP 22+ as described. | | Running ETAP 21+ on Windows 10 | ⚠️ Wait for first major project to finish, then upgrade. | | Running ETAP 20.5 or older | ❌ Do not upgrade – keep Windows 10 or use VM. | | Student using ETAP 19 or 20 | ✅ Use free VMware Workstation Player + Windows 10 VM. |

The short answer is , but with important caveats.

By default, Windows 11 laptops (and some desktops) prioritize battery life or "Balanced" power usage. Power system analysis requires sustained high CPU loads.

Operation Technology, Inc. (ETAP’s developer) officially supports Windows 11 for recent versions of the software. However, support is version-dependent .