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  1. Microsoft Expands Free Windows 11 Upgrade Invitations for Non-Managed Users

    Introduction In a bid to extend invitations for upgrading to Windows 11 to a broader user base, Microsoft has recently announced plans to offer free upgrades to Windows 11 for users working on non-managed devices. This move aims to enhance organizational productivity and security by ensuring...
  2. Introducing Windows 11

    At a time when the PC is playing a more central role in our lives, Windows 11 is designed to bring you closer to what you love. Windows has always existed to be a stage for the world’s innovation. It’s been the backbone of global businesses and where scrappy startups became household names. The...
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    Windows 10 Windows 10 Pro English version to Chinese version

    I bought a used Surface Pro 3 with Windows 10 Pro English version installed. I have installed the Chinese language package. I am planning to change my English Surface Pro 3 to Chinese Surface Pro 3. I have the following questions: Q1: I am wondering what are the differences between these two...
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    Windows 10 I upgraded (downgrade in actuality) from Windows 7 to 10 when it was free. Then got back to Windows 7. Can I now upgrade back to 10 for free?

    I am sooo pi*sed that I'm being forced to "downgrade" to Windows 10. I tried it when it was free and really gave it a chance, but I couldn't stand it, so I rolled back to 7. It was like I could breathe again. Now that they have ended support for 7 and fearing malwares and viruses, I'm forced to...
  5. Windows 10 installing windows 10

    So i got new laptop wich came with a pre installed ubuntu. It had many issues and i wasn't able to fix them with ubuntu's latest update so i decided to stick with windows. It's been a while since i last used a computer to format an os, so i got lost with the steps. What do i need exactly to put...
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    Windows 10 Replaced drive, where do i download win10

    Ok, so my laptop came with win8, then i did the free upgrade to win10. However, i am in the middle of replaceing the bad drive in my laptop with a new 250gb ssd drive. here is the issue... Where do i download win10 from microsoft for free for my new drive since i had all ready paid for win8? but...
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    Windows 7 I'm finally going to go to Win 10 from Win 7

    I don't really want to do this, but it seems my 290x-TriX could really use some DX12 love at this point in it's life cycle. So, as far as gaming is related: Have you noticed any difference between Windows 7 and 10? Any have any issues with Steam library needing to be re-downloaded? (Steam...
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    Windows 7 I'm finally going to go to Win 10 from Win 7

    I don't really want to do this, but it seems my 290x-TriX could really use some DX12 love at this point in it's life cycle. So, as far as gaming is related: Have you noticed any difference between Windows 7 and 10? Any have any issues with Steam library needing to be re-downloaded? (Steam...
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    Windows 10 Win 10 Home update is stuck in loop

    I have a ASUS Netbook (X200CA) that has received the free Win 10 upgrade a year or two ago. It recently went about it's business and installed one of the many Win 10 updates and has never been able to recover since that time (around 12/25/17 or shortly thereafter). It gets to the blue Win 10...
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    Windows 10 Windows 7 is still the best OS

    I am a self-imposed system builder. I’ve chosen to build by own PC’s over the years because I have control over much of the build. Recently, my Gigabyte LGA 1150 Z97-D3H motherboard (with Win 10) cratered due to my careless dropping of the HSF on the CPU receptor area when trying to apply fresh...
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    Windows 10 Should I upgrade Win7 Home Premium to Win 10?

    I have an HP Pavilion HPE, 8G ram, 410G free on C:\, with Win 7 Home Premium loaded. Other than previously backed up files on a second HD the PC is largely clean. No local Win Office installation, etc. I intend to load my Office 365 business plus Visual Studio 2016 and do some development on the...
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    VIDEO Windows 10 reverts to Win 8.1 after format

    [1] First i decided to format my laptop for because of a problem i thought a virus this video detail of problem is on description. Hope someone can help me with this [2] Back to topic I format my laptop using windows 10 (Settings> Update & Security> Recovery> Advanced Setup> and something in...
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    Windows 10 start menu, cortana & action center issues

    I'm sure it's been asked before but I've yet to find an answer to my 2 issues though I suspect i know what happened. 1st: I'm unable to update to the latest version of 1607(patch KB3199209) I get the following error trying to manually update (0x80073712) 2nd: as stated in the title...
  14. Windows 10 W10 UPGRADE RESULTS on JULY 30th 2016

    Hi everyone: For those W10 upgraders anxiously awaiting to see whether your upgrade to Windows10 would stick or ask you for a Credit Card payment after the July 29th deadline: GOOD NEWS!! This morning I checked 3 of my machines that I've upgraded to W10 for Activation status; and they all...
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    Windows 10 Where to find Win 10 Upgrade Failure Details

    I've tried three times now to upgrade Win 7 Pro to Win 10 Pro, but each attempt has failed with no error code or other details indicating the problem. It just says something like "Upgrade Failed" or "Install Failed" -- and that's all! No indication whatsoever of what went wrong! With the...
  16. Windows 10 Last chance to upgrade for free is today (July 29)

    Estimated pricing, after today, for Windows 10 Professional will be around $200 dollars, 151.63 British pounds, 179.55 Euros. Read more: Today is the last day you can upgrade to Windows 10 for free. Starting tomorrow, you gotta pay
  17. Windows 10 0x80070070 error

    Windows 10 will not download and install because of error 0x80070070. Does anyone know how to fix error and accomplish the download. I would like to take advantage of the free down load which expires July 29
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    Windows 10 Help installing Windows 10

    Hi, I wasn't sure where to post this, I hope I can get some help I have HP Windows 7, Last summer right before Windows 10 came out I reserved a copy i downloaded it but didn't install it right away It's been sitting in my downloads since i got the copy I've been trying to get it installed, I...
  19. Windows 10 Is It Safe?

    Cheers Everyone, I have been stuck at a decision and need someones help. I have 2 Computers. one is an old desktop and one is the new laptop (2015 model inspiron). When the windows 10 Advertisement released, I want to try it so I Installed it on my old PC. It took 3 GB and then asked for a...
  20. The Get Windows 10 app (GWX) was unable to adjust your upgrade settings to decline the free...

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