Microsoft, Windows 11 and PCs
Can’t upgrade your PC to Windows 11? Buy a new one, is Microsoft’s laughable solution
Microsoft elaborates: “Windows 11 is the most current version of Windows. If you have an older PC, we recommend you move to Windows 11 by buying a new PC. Hardware and software have improved a lot, and today’s computers are faster, more powerful, and more secure.”
You can still upgrade old PCs to Windows 11, even if Microsoft says no: Readers prove it
If your PC runs Windows 10, you can ignore those pesky compatibility checks and upgrade to Windows 11. Here's how nearly two dozen ZDNET readers got the job done and saved their laptops from the scrap pile.
Windows 11 24H2 might require a new PC to run as intended, per Microsoft
Windows 11 will reach its maximum only on new PCs, says Microsoft. The company has recently updated its support page with new advice.
Want to upgrade to Windows 11? Just buy a new PC, says Microsoft
When Windows 11 was released, it set an ultimatum for people wanting to upgrade; have a CPU that supports TPM 2.0, or don't upgrade at all. Since then, the company has seen Windows 10 users holding onto their systems and people finding ways to dodge Windows 11's system requirements and run it on unsupported hardware.
Microsoft cracks down on Windows 11 upgrades for 'incompatible' PCs, but there's a workaround
The endless cat-and-mouse game between Microsoft and the community of devoted Windows hackers just took another turn.
Warning: Windows 11’s big 2024 update takes a long time to install
How long will it take to update your PC to the Windows 11 2024 Update? If my tests are any indicator, you’d be twiddling your ...
Windows 11 and Copilot+ PC Hardware Requirements and Recommendations (24H2)
Windows 11 has stricter hardware compatibility requirements than its predecessor that artificially limit which PCs can be ...
I connected my phone to Windows 11, and now I can't imagine working without it.
On Windows 11, you can connect your phone to your computer to access your notifications, messages, calls, pictures, and more.
How To Disable Or Remove Widgets From Your Windows 11 PC
If widgets aren't your thing, it's possible to hide the feature or stop it from running on a Windows 11 PC entirely. Here's ...
Upgrade to Windows 11 on Unsupported Hardware (24H2)
You can still upgrade to Windows 11 if your PC doesn't meet Microsoft's requirements. You just need to know a simple ...
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What’s New in the Windows 11 2024 Update?
New core code, convenience features, and eye candy, along with exclusive Copilot+ PC bonuses, grace the 24H2 version of ...
Rufus adds Windows 11 24H2 unsupported PC bypass for in-place upgrades, local account fix0 0
The latest release of Rufus brings Windows 11 24H2 bypass for unsupported PCs, a local account-related fix, and more.
Microphone Not Working On Windows 11? Here's How To Fix It
Whether you're joining a Zoom call or having a game night with friends, nothing is more frustrating than a microphone that ...
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10 Windows 11 security settings to keep your PC safe
Windows OS is highly popular for its flexibility in allowing you to run apps from third-party sources that could even ...