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It’s a little bit of a process but definitely worth it if you want to recreate your old OS.

If you want to make sure you can revert back to Windows 10 at any time, you can instead clone Windows 10. Go to “Settings -> Update & security -> Backup.” You can also use the backup feature in Windows 10. Alternatively, get Microsoft 365 with 1 TB of storage for $69.99/year. Obviously, Microsoft recommends using OneDrive, although it’s actually surprisingly affordable at $1.99 for 100 GB. You can use backup software (such as IBeesoft DBackup or software included on external hard drives) and simply copy items to an external hard drive or use a cloud-based service. During the upgrade to Windows 10, many users lost files because something didn’t upgrade and install correctly.īefore proceeding with the installation, back up all of your files. Installing Windows 11 shouldn’t erase any of your files, but sometimes things do go wrong. Back Up or Create a Clone of Windows 10Ĭompatibility isn’t the only thing to consider. You can buy a new PC (make sure it meets the minimum specs) that has Windows 10 and upgrade from there or patiently wait until the majority of new PCs already have Windows 11 installed. You won’t be able to install Windows 11, however, until your PC is compatible. If you really like your current PC, it may mean you just need a hardware upgrade, such as RAM or a larger hard drive. If your PC isn’t compatible, you’ll see what’s missing.