Whether you're trying to eke out a few more years on an aging PC or have been dragging your feet on a Windows 11 upgrade, there are a few ways to upgrade without paying for it.

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Above and beyond the benefits of a fresh do-over, clean installing Windows 11 improves security, exposes new features, and more.

Microsoft is increasingly clamping down on methods for bypassing the Microsoft Account requirement for Windows 11.

Select the "Check for updates" button. After a short wait, it will list all available updates for your installation. If you see "Upgrade to Windows 11," select "Download and install" to begin its ...

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The end of Windows 10 support is near, forcing users to eventually switch to the newer Windows 11 operating system. No internet connection? No problem.

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There is one useful app that can help you install Windows 11 and set it up the proper way, and its latest update delivers some welcome changes and improvements.

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This guide walks you through two simple ways to upgrade while keeping your apps and data intact.