You can download the system image using a Linux computer or Mac, but we're going to focus on using a PC for this guide. Below are the steps you'll need to follow. First, visit the Download Windows 11 page. Scroll down the page until you see a dropdown labeled Select Download. Click the dropdown and then select Windows 11, then click Download. Next you'll be asked to select a language, then click Confirm again, followed by clicking on the bit Download button to finally begin downloading the ISO.
It's a fairly large file at 5. Once the download finishes, your work isn't completely done. And to do that, you'll need some extra software. Don't worry, though, it's an easy process. To turn a standard USB drive into an installation drive, you'll need to use a program called Rufus. It's the same app that Microsoft itself uses in its guide for creating a Windows 10 bootable drive. Undoubtedly, Windows 10 is gaining popularity these days.
And how about reinstalling Windows 10? Here is the full guide along with pictures. Today you can no longer upgrade to 10 for free, so buying Windows 10 should be your first move. Please go to Microsoft Online Store to finish this process. In fact, what you are buying is a license key to activate Windows Without a license key, anyone can download and use Windows 10 for 30 days. But for permanent access, a license is required.
See also: Difference between Windows 10 Home and Pro. Now things get much easier, Microsoft offers a user-friendly Microsoft Media Creation Tool to help you get the installation media ready. Click Here to download this tool and run it. The wizard will ask you to select Language, Windows Edition and Architecture. You can accept the recommended options or make your own choice. Then click Next. Here take the former one for an example. Select the removable drive from the list when asked, and make sure you've copied any files you want to keep off it because it will be formatted during the process of creating Windows installation media.
Click Next to continue. The tool will start downloading Windows 10 as well as any available updates to your USB drive and make it bootable, which allows you to install Windows 10 later. Tim Fisher has more than 30 years' of professional technology experience. He's been writing about tech for more than two decades and serves as the VP and General Manager of Lifewire. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn.
Updated on August 13, Tweet Share Email. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Email Address Sign up There was an error. Please try again. You're in! Thanks for signing up. There was an error. Tell us why! More from Lifewire. Note that the Cloud Download option will use up to 4 GB of data. The reset process is the best option if you want the quickest, least cumbersome way to start fresh.
Note that a reset might not work if your system is compromised by malware or if some system files are damaged or corrupted. This option gives you the most control over the clean install process. It also requires more than average technical skills and, usually, some post-installation futzing to get all hardware working properly and to ensure that the right features are available.
After that's complete, you'll need to use Windows Update to install the latest updates, including hardware drivers for devices that aren't included as part of a standard Windows setup. If you did the installation without formatting the system drive first, you'll need to clean up the Windows. This sneaky trick lets attackers smuggle malware onto your network.
Best keyboard Because you deserve better. Windows 10 users get PC Health Check app for diagnostics and troubleshooting. Plus 10 more things to consider. Microsoft tells Windows 10 users to prepare for the November 21H2 update. Best Windows laptop Top notebooks compared. YubiKey Bio builds biometric authentication into a security key. Windows 11 upgrade: Five questions to ask first.
You agree to receive updates, promotions, and alerts from ZDNet. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to receive the selected newsletter s which you may unsubscribe from at any time.
0コメント