Microsoft said my PC was 'too old' to run Windows 11 - how I upgraded in 5 minutes anyway

ZDNET's key takeaways Microsoft stopped supporting Windows 10 earlier this month.Many PCs with Windows 10 don't pass ...
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Will Windows 11 Run on Your Computer? Here's How to Check

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Windows 10 is officially retired. Here's how to protect your computer without upgrading

Microsoft will no longer be offering free security updates for Windows 10. If you're not ready to upgrade to Windows 11, here ...
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Can your old PC handle the Windows 11 upgrade? How to find out - before you try

When October 2025 rolls around, your old but still functional Windows 10 PC will no longer receive monthly security updates. And although you have a variety of options, the simplest solution is to ...

Leaving Windows 10 today? How to clear your new Windows 11 PC cache (and start fresh)

Clearing out this hidden data can noticeably speed up your computer - here's how to find and access the setting.
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Microsoft Says You Can't Upgrade to Windows 11? We Might Be Able to Help

Upgrading to Windows 11 might take a little tinkering if Windows Update says your desktop or laptop doesn't meet the requirements.

How to clear the cache on a Windows 10 computer in 3 ways to help it run more efficiently

There are three main ways to clear cache in a Windows 10 computer: temporary files cache, File Explorer history, and browser ...

How to check which version of Windows you have on your computer

You can check which version of Windows you have by using the Winver app, or by going into the Settings menu.