After extensive testing across dozens of forums and user reports (including Reddit’s r/Windows11 and Intel communities), the consensus is:
The may not be officially branded for Microsoft’s latest OS, but with the correct legacy driver (18.33.7.1) and some power management tweaks, this classic adapter can still deliver reliable service. Its main weaknesses—random disconnects, Bluetooth stability, and lack of WPA3—can be managed with the right settings. intel dual band wireless-ac 7260 driver windows 11