Published on: 2025-05-08 18:20:00
Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNET Microsoft wants you to upgrade to Windows 11, but the company doesn't make it easy. The latest version of Windows imposes strict hardware and security requirements, ruling out older PCs that don't make the grade and forcing you to buy a new system. Plus, the software giant makes it almost impossible to use a local account with a new Windows 11 installation. But with Windows 10 losing support this coming October, you'll need to upgrade to Windows 11 if you want
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