![]() The installation takes some time, involves several restarts and you will need a Microsoft account. Remember to select the option to Keep personal files and apps.Once downloaded, follow the installation guide prompts.For most users, I recommend ‘Installation Assistant’ but there is also an option to create a boot drive for clean installs.Click on the Windows 11 download page link here.Install Windows 11 Manually (via Assistant) Just navigate to: Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for updates and Windows 11 should show up, if your PC is compatible. Install Windows 11 Via Windows 10 Settings Tip: always backup your PC before upgrading to a new operating system or at least ensure your important files and documents are saved elsewhere, such as a cloud service like Google Drive or Dropbox. With that caveat out the way, if your PC qualifies, this is how you get Windows 11 for free. ![]() Windows 11 can be tricked to run on older PCs, but that seems a pointless endeavour because Microsoft is refusing to guarantee access to feature and security updates. But if you have a modern PC and choose to run an older operating system, then you can first get a free Windows 10 upgrade and use that to then jump to Windows 11. ![]() If you run Windows 7 / 8 it is highly unlikely your computer meets all these requirements. Graphics card: DirectX 12 compatible with WDDM 2.0 driver.Security: Enable TPM 2.0, UEFI firmware and Secure Boot capable on your PC.CPU: 1 GHz or faster with two or more cores.
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