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Yes, you can upgrade your PC to Windows 11, even if it's incompatible. Here's how

Procrastinating on an OS upgrade? Here are a few ways to switch to Windows 11 for free.

Shut Down And Restart—Microsoft Confirms Windows Update Mistake

The Windows-maker has been deluged with update problems as mandatory security fixes are pushed out to a billion-plus PC ...

Microsoft said my PC can't run Windows 11, but I upgraded in 5 minutes anyway - here's how

Microsoft said my PC can't run Windows 11, but I upgraded in 5 minutes anyway - here's how ...
Appuals

How to Get Windows 10 Extended Security Updates for Free

Windows 10 can still receive security-only updates after end of support through Extended Security Updates (ESU). If your PC ...
PC World

Upgrading Windows 10 to 11: Here’s everything you need to know

Firstly, the good news: If you have Windows 10 installed on your PC, you can upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 (the latest version of Windows 11) free of charge. This makes sense, as support for Windows 10 ...
Wired

Still Using Windows 10? Here’s How to Get Another Year of Updates for Free

Officially, Microsoft will stop providing new security updates for Windows 10 PCs after October 14, 2025, a little over a decade after its initial release. It's a stick that Microsoft is using to push ...
PC World

My laptop runs just fine. Microsoft won’t let me upgrade to Windows 11

This year my laptop turns six–a relatively young age in the grand scheme of things. Sure, it’s gotten slower and the battery life has taken a hit, but since I don’t use it for advanced video editing ...
The New York Times

Windows 10 Is Dead. But You Might Not Need a New Laptop Yet.

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kimber Streams Kimber Streams is a writer who has been covering laptops and ...