If Windows Update says your computer doesn't meet the Windows 11 requirements, you might just need to tweak some settings.

Question: What should I do with my older computer that can’t run Windows 11? Answer: Now that the October 14, 2025 deadline has passed, Windows 10 is officially retired, meaning Microsoft will no ...

At this point, your computer will exit Windows and enter the OS installer, which could take some time. It'll restart a few times during this process, which is normal. If all goes well -- and it should ...