How to download and install Windows 11 upgrade

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We are going to show you how to download and install the Windows 11 upgrade in this post. Microsoft’s Windows is the most widely used computer (desktop, tablet, and console) operating system (OS) in the world with more than 70 percent of the market share. Their closest competitors – Apple’s macOS and iOS – only hold a combined 18 percent of the market (Source: Statista).

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Windows 11 is the latest major release of Microsoft’s Windows NT operating system, released in October 2021. It is a free upgrade to its predecessor, Windows 10, available for any Windows 10 devices that meet the new Windows 11 system requirements.

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How to download and install windows 11 upgrade

To upgrade to Windows 11, devices should meet the Windows 11 minimum system requirements. Some Windows 10 features are not available in Windows 11. System requirements to experience some Windows 11 features and apps will exceed the Windows 10 minimum system requirements.

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Requirements for Windows 11 Upgrade

a) Firstly, your PC must support Secure Boot

b) Secondly, TMP 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module) must be supported and enabled on your PC

c) Thirdly, your computer’s processor must be supporting Windows 11

d) Your device has to have at least 4GB of system memory (RAM – Random Access Memory)

e) The system disk is 64GB or larger

f) The processor has 2 or more cores

If your device is currently running Windows 10, it is recommended by Microsoft that you verify the minimum system requirements with the PC Health Check app. Microsoft does not recommend installing Windows 11 on a device that doesn’t meet the requirements. 

How to Check for the Windows 11 Update in settings

If you are upgrading from Windows 10, we recommend you wait until you are notified through Windows Update that the upgrade is ready for your device. To check if Windows 11 is ready for your device, select Start  > Settings  > Update & Security  > Windows Update  > Check for updates.

When you find it is available, click on the update, and then you will be on your way to Windows 11.