Guides for Windows 11
5 guides. Start with the one that matches what you want to do.
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How-to
Windows 11: how to install or upgrade
Confirm your PC qualifies for Windows 11, back up, then upgrade from Windows 10 or do a clean install with only Microsoft's own tools.
Windows 11, Windows 10
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How-to
Windows 11: how to do a clean install from a USB drive
Erase a PC and install fresh Windows 11 from a USB drive built with Microsoft's own tool, with every Setup screen explained.
Windows 11
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How-to
Windows 11: how to install software and apps
On Windows 11, get apps from the Store, a maker's site or winget, then confirm they work and remove those you no longer need.
Windows 11
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Fix
Windows 11: common problems and fixes
A Windows 11 PC that is slow, stuck, behind on updates or will not start properly: safe fixes in order, from a restart to Safe Mode and Reset this PC.
Windows 11
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Explainer
Windows 11 system requirements: can your PC upgrade?
What Windows 11 needs from your PC, what TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot mean, how to check your own PC, and the official options if it does not qualify.
Windows 11, Windows 10