Microsoft said my PC can't run Windows 11, but I upgraded in 5 minutes anyway - here's how

ZDNET's key takeaways Microsoft stopped supporting Windows 10 on Oct. 14, 2025.Many PCs with Windows 10 don't pass Microsoft's strict requirement check.It's possible to bypass this and install Windows ...
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You Might Actually Be Able to Upgrade Your 'Incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11 for Free. Here's How

If Windows Update says your desktop or laptop doesn't meet the requirements for Windows 11, a bit of work under the hood could make it happen anyway.

Yes, Microsoft Offers Free Windows 11 Upgrade—Check Your PC Now

Yes, you can still upgrade to Windows 11 for free. Windows 10 finally hits the wall tomorrow, officially retiring, and ...

Upgrading to Windows 11 on an old PC might be easier than you think

Although support for Windows 10 will not end in October 2025 after all, Microsoft’s additional grace period extends its life ...

Why Windows 11 requires a TPM - and how you can get around it

Windows 11 officially requires a Trusted Platform Module. Here's why and what to do if your old PC doesn't have one.
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Windows 10 Support Ends Tomorrow: What to Do If You Can or Can’t Upgrade to Windows 11

Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 tomorrow. Here's everything you need to know if you can or can’t upgrade to Windows ...
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Beware Useless PCs for Sale That Can't Run Windows 11

Support for Windows 10 PCs has ended. Yet online marketplaces are still selling models that don’t meet Microsoft’s ...