Windows 11 installation: Everything you need to know in 2026
You can install Windows 11 in several ways, including using an in-place upgrade, clean install, and on unsupported hardware.
First introduced on November 20, 1985, Windows is Microsoft’s flagship operating system built around a graphical user interface that transformed personal computing. Over the decades, it has evolved through major releases such as Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10, which became available worldwide on July 29, 2015.
Today, Microsoft’s latest release is Windows 11, launched on October 5, 2021, bringing a redesigned interface, productivity enhancements, AI-powered features, and support for modern hardware. Together, Windows 10 and Windows 11 power millions of devices across desktops, laptops, tablets, and Internet of Things (IoT) systems.
In this section, you will find all my Windows-related coverage, including the latest news, step-by-step how-to guides, tips, troubleshooting, and in-depth tutorials to help you make the most out of your Windows experience.
You can install Windows 11 in several ways, including using an in-place upgrade, clean install, and on unsupported hardware.
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