Step by Step Guide to Install Windows 11

 Step by Step Guide to Install Windows 11

You’ve made the decision to install Windows 11 in your computer, but you’re not sure where to start. This step by step guide will walk you through the installation process and answer all of your questions about what you need to know to install this new version of Windows into your system. You will be able to set up the environment and understand how to get started with the installation process on the first try by following this guide.

Let’s take a look at some basic questions

Do you already have a licensed copy of Windows 7, 8 or 10? If so, do you want to upgrade it with a free version of Microsoft’s latest operating system or do you want to wipe your computer and start over again from scratch? Remember that every time you format a computer, you also lose everything on it. So if your new PC is brimming with sensitive data—don’t go with an in-place upgrade. If your PC doesn’t come equipped with an SSD (solid state drive), then we would highly recommend upgrading your storage device. The difference between mechanical hard drives and SSDs is extraordinary when it comes to boot times, application load times and overall performance.

How to get access if I don’t have a product key?

If you can’t find your product key, there are a few ways to still activate your computer without it. If you purchased a new PC that came with Windows preinstalled, it probably had an embedded product key somewhere on its case or on a sticker inside its original packaging. If you bought an individual copy of Windows (rather than as part of a new PC), visit Microsoft’s digital license activation page and enter your 25-character installation ID (it’s normally written on a label under your computer). The steps for installing and activating each version of Windows 10 are different, so if you have problems, consult Microsoft's support pages for help.

How do I download it?

If you want to get your hands on Microsoft’s newest operating system, you’ll need to make sure you have access to a device that supports it. You can try out Windows 11 on many of Microsoft’s own hardware devices—including any new Surface tablets, for example—or virtually through programs like Microsoft’s Virtual PC or VMWare. If you already have a machine running Windows 10 Pro or higher, there are few steps involved in getting your device ready for upgrade. But if not, you can set up a virtual copy of Windows 10 through VMWare. Simply follow these steps: Go here and download VMWare Workstation Player (the free version) and install it as directed.

What if I have more than one computer?

One license allows you to install Microsoft Office on up to five devices (not six or seven, but five), though most people only use it on one. You might want more licenses if you have multiple computers (e.g., a desktop and laptop) in your household. If that’s the case, then consider buying a multi-license version of Office instead of another standalone copy. Not only will it be cheaper (in some cases), but additional users will also be able to access their files from anywhere with an internet connection—whether it’s stored locally or not.

Is there an upgrade path from my previous versions of Windows?

Whether you’re upgrading or doing a clean install, yes, there is an upgrade path. If you’re an existing user of Windows 10, either use your Microsoft Account to download and install it on your computer, or insert your media (USB stick or DVD) and follow these steps: When it boots up make sure that you choose install rather than upgrade. From there you should be able to select your previous version of windows from a list and proceed with installation. Note that whether you upgrade or do a clean install, only one operating system can be installed on one computer at any given time.

If I use assistive technologies, do I need additional accommodations?

Yes. Even if you can't see, using assistive technologies (such as screen readers or closed-captioning) is still a type of impairment under ADA rules. So, if you have a disability that requires use of such tools, that's something your employer will need to accommodate. For example, if you're legally blind and need screen-reading software for your job at an online retailer, it would be illegal for them not to provide you with it.

If I use accessibility features in Windows 10, what should I know about using it with other Microsoft products like Microsoft Edge, Office, or Cortana?

If you use accessibility features in Windows 10, like screen readers, Narrator, and other tools for people with disabilities, you may also use tools from Microsoft products such as Microsoft Edge and Office. While those tools will likely continue to work well in future versions of Windows 10 that are released after November 2019 (the end of mainstream support), there is no guarantee. The Microsoft Edge browser will stop working on versions of Windows 10 before version 1809 (October 2018 Update). You can’t count on using it or any other browser-based app on future versions of Windows 10. With mainstream support ending in November 2019, you can still install a newer version of Windows but it might not include important security updates.

Are there any known issues with using accessibility features in this version of Windows?

If you use assistive technologies such as screen readers, there may be issues with installing and using Windows 11. Make sure you keep your computer up-to-date. For example, if you had a previous version of Windows installed, make sure you have installed all updates. If you encounter any problems, talk to Microsoft Support or your device manufacturer before upgrading from your current operating system.

Will assistive technologies continue to work on devices that are running the latest release of Windows 10?

Assistive technologies include keyboards, braille readers, screen magnifiers, and software applications that help people with disabilities accomplish tasks that would otherwise be difficult or impossible. When upgrading to a new version of an operating system, there’s always some risk that these technologies will stop working. For example, if you upgraded from Windows 8.1 to Windows 10 back in 2015 and used a screen reader called JAWS (free download) to read your computer’s interface aloud for you, you were likely quite happy with it. And then Microsoft updated its Edge browser so it didn’t work with JAWS anymore; no version of JAWS released since has worked on Edge either—and there doesn’t seem to be any fix coming.

Where can I find more information about using the accessibility features on my device?

Since some of these changes are really subtle, it's hard to know if you've enabled them unless you're looking for them. Thankfully, you can find more information about using these features from Microsoft. In particular, here's a link that goes into how to enable or disable certain features as well as instructions on how to change text size and color in apps. You'll also want to make sure your system is up-to-date before you dive into any of these settings since some of these features rely on recent operating system updates.