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See and Set Number of Days Go Back to Previous Version of Windows in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to see and set the number of days after an upgrade you are still able to go back to a previous version of Windows in Windows 11. Windows 11 gives you the ability to uninstall and go back (roll back) to a previous version of Windows. When you upgrade to Windows 11 from Windows 10, repair install Windows 11, or update to a new version of Windows 11 (ex: Windows Update), a copy of the previous installation is saved to the Windows.old folder in the root directory of the Windows 11 drive as a backup. This backup will allow you to be able to go back to the previous Windows for up to a 10 days after upgrading to Windows 11 if you should want to. After the set number of days you can go back to the previous...
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See if PC meets Requirements for Windows 11 with PC Health Check app
This tutorial will show you how to use the PC Health Check app to see if your current PC meets the requirements to run Windows 11. Windows 11 has all the power and security of Windows 10 with a redesigned and refreshed look. It also comes with new tools, sounds, and apps. Every detail has been considered. All of it comes together to bring you a refreshing experience on your PC. If your existing Windows 10 PC is running the most current version of Windows 10 and meets the minimum hardware specifications it will be able to upgrade to Windows 11. The upgrade rollout plan is still being finalized, but for most devices already in use today, Microsoft expects it to be ready sometime in early 2022. Not all Windows 10 PCs that are eligible to...
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Downgrade Windows 11 Pro for Workstations to Windows 11 Pro
This tutorial will show you how to downgrade from Windows 11 Pro for Workstations to Windows 11 Pro without losing anything. You can directly downgrade your device from Windows 11 Pro for Workstations or Windows 11 Enterprise to the Windows 11 Pro edition by just changing the product key. Downgrading to Windows 11 Pro will result in the loss of features only available in the Windows 11 Pro for Workstation edition. You must be signed in as an administrator to downgrade your edition of Windows 11. Option One: Downgrade Windows 11 Pro for Workstations to Windows 11 Pro in Settings Option Two: Downgrade Windows 11 Pro for Workstations to Windows 11 Pro using Command Downgrade Windows 11 Pro for Workstations to Windows 11 Pro in...
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Upgrade Windows 11 Pro to Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
This tutorial will show you how to upgrade from Windows 11 Pro to Windows 11 Pro for Workstations without losing anything. You can directly upgrade your device from Windows 11 Pro to the Windows 11 Pro for Workstations edition by just changing the product key. Upgrading to Windows 11 Pro for Workstations will include features only in this edition. References: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/business/windows-11-pro-workstations https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/how-to-install-or-upgrade-windows-using-a-product-key-a20d903d-2a2e-8782-3b8c-591c1277a95a You must be signed in as an administrator to upgrade your edition of Windows 11. Option One: Upgrade Windows 11 Pro to Windows 11 Pro for Workstations in Settings...
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Buy Windows 11 Digital Product Key from Microsoft
This tutorial will show you how to buy a Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, or Windows 11 Pro for Workstations digital product key (license) directly from Microsoft. When you purchase an OEM PC that comes with Windows 11 preinstalled, it will come with a Windows 11 product key embedded in the UEFI firmware chip to automatically activate Windows 11. If you own a Windows 10 product key, you can clean install and activate Windows 11 with the Windows 10 product key. If needed, you can purchase a Windows 11 digital product key directly from Microsoft to use to activate Windows 11. Option One: Buy Windows 11 Home Digital Product Key from Microsoft Option Two: Buy Windows 11 Pro Digital Product Key from Microsoft Option Three: Buy Windows...
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Upgrade to Latest Windows 11 from Windows 10 or 11 with Windows 11 Installation Assistant
This tutorial will show you how to upgrade to the latest Windows 11 build from Windows 10/11 with the Windows 11 Installation Assistant. The Windows 11 Installation Assistant allows you to upgrade a Windows 10/11 PC directly to the latest Windows 11 build. Before you begin, check to see if the following conditions apply to you: You have a Windows 10/11 license. Your PC must have Windows 10, version 2004 or higher installed to run Installation Assistant. Your PC meets the Windows 11 device specifications for upgrade requirements and supported features. Certain features require additional hardware. It is also recommend that you visit your PC’s manufacturer’s website for information about updated drivers and hardware compatibility. Your...
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Boot from USB Drive on Windows 11 PC
This tutorial will show you how to boot from a bootable USB flash drive at boot or from within Windows 11 PC or Surface devices. Option One: Boot from USB Drive from Advanced Startup (WinRE) Option Two: Boot from USB Drive from Boot Menu Option Three: Boot from USB Drive on Surface devices Boot from USB Drive from Advanced Startup (WinRE) 1 Connect the bootable USB drive. 2 Boot to Advanced Startup (WinRE). 3 Click/tap on Use a device. (see screenshot below) 4 Click/tap on the USB drive you want to boot from. (see screenshot below) 5 The computer will now restart and boot from the selected USB drive. Boot from USB Drive from Boot Menu 1 Connect the bootable USB drive. 2 Turn on or restart your PC. 3 Keep tapping the...
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Bypass (Automate) Windows 11 OOBE
Windows 11 clean install is done in three phases: 1 Boot from install media, run Windows Setup 2 Reboot, configure hardware devices 3 Reboot, run Windows Welcome (OOBE) In first phase, user needs to select system language, keyboard layout and formats. Phase 2 is done without user interaction In OOBE, phase 3, user is asked about region, keyboard, telemetry, ad preferences,and so on. This tutorial will show how to automate phase 3, OOBE, with a simple script (an answer file). Boot from install media, select disk or partition where to install Windows, and take a break. When you come back to PC, Windows is installed, your user account created, and Welcome screen waiting for you to sign in. Additional bonus: WIndows 11 Home edition does...
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