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Microsoft’s Windows 11 for FREE! Here’s how you can get the upgraded version

Microsoft Windows 11 offers enhanced performance, comprehensive security and a new design, as per official statement.

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Microsoft Windows 11 users can now download an update. According to the information, the update is a replacement of Chat, which was only available to customers, with MS Teams and taskbar pinning is one of its standout features. 

This upgrade follows Microsoft's announcement of a number of new features for Windows 11, including Paint with AI capabilities, Windows CoPilot, a whole redesigned file explorer, and more. All Windows 11 users can get the latest update for free by following a few easy steps to download and install. 

So, if you've been eager to update your Windows 11 gadget, you can follow the simple steps:

According to Microsoft’s official blog, the latest update of Windows 11 2023, Version 23H2 has three options for installing or creating Windows 11 media. 

The tech company has also directed the users to refer to the PC Health Check app to confirm your device meets the minimum system requirements for the installation of Windows 11 and check the Windows release information status for known issues that may affect your device.

How to upgrade to Microsoft’s Windows 11?

This could be the ideal moment to upgrade to Windows 11 if you have been considering it. It won't take long for devices that qualify to upgrade. Only certain types of devices are able to run Windows 11. To find out whether your device can run the operating system, visit the Microsoft support page and look over these prerequisites. To find out if Windows 11 is compatible with your PC, you may go visit Microsoft's website.

And, if your system is compatible, here are some of the steps that can be followed to upgrade to Windows 11:

  • From the start menu, head to settings
  • Locate the Update & Security option and click on it
  • Select check for updates and wait for the screen to show the Windows 11 upgrade option
  • Click on 'Download and install' and wait for Windows to upgrade your device

What is the difference between update and upgrade?

According to Microsoft support, an update can consist of bug and security fixes and new features in a version of Windows. They tend to roll out throughout the year. Whereas, an upgrade is when you change versions—for example, moving from Windows 10 to Windows 11, or moving editions from Windows Home to Windows Pro.

What if you don’t like the upgraded version? Can you switch back?

The answer is YES! According to the information, after you have installed the Windows 11 upgrade, there is a 10-day period where you can move back to Windows 10 while keeping files and data that you brought along with you. To go back to Windows 10, select Start> Settings> System> Recovery> Go back. After the 10-day period is over, you will need to back up your data and do a “clean install” to move back to Windows 10.

Why to upgrade to Windows 11?

According to the official statement, Windows 11 offers enhanced performance, comprehensive security and a new design. New features like snap layouts, widgets and chat give you the ability to find what you need and to connect with who you need to quickly.

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