No need to worry about your windows being out of date, because now you know how to easily upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10. (100% Official)
Are you bored with Windows 7 and want an upgrade?
Windows 7 is indeed the most popular operating system by PC users. Windows is known to be light and has a pleasant interface.
However, having an old operating system will certainly be boring. Moreover, Windows has a newer version.
Well, switching to Windows 10 is the right choice at this time. How to upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10 is also easy.
Come on, see the full method below!
How to Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10
Windows is an operating system developed by Microsoft since 1985. This operating system continues to grow and is a favorite of PC users to this day.
One of the versions of the operating system favored by users is Windows 7. It was first released in 2009 and was able to fix the shortcomings of Windows Vista.
Windows 7 has various editions, including Home Premium, Professional, and Ultimate. This operating system continues to be the prima donna of PC users.
Until finally the latest version of Windows appeared, namely Windows 10. This operating system is able to bring the positive side of Windows 7 with other modern features.
As of its release in 2015, every Windows 7 and 8 user can upgrade to Windows 10 for free. However, this opportunity can only be done within the allotted time.
Unfortunately, at this time you can't upgrade for free anymore even though you have the original Windows 7 and 8 operating system.
But don't worry because the way to upgrade windows 7 to windows 10 offline can also be via a CD to activate Windows 10 and you can buy the license online.
If you have an original Windows 10 license, you can upgrade in the following way.
1. Upgrade Windows to Same PC
This first method you apply if you want to upgrade Windows on the same PC. For how to upgrade it is relatively easy and can be done by beginners.
If in 2015, the upgrade option to Windows 10 appears in the column taskbar, this time you have to download it manually.
Yes, indeed the opportunity to upgrade to Windows 10 is over. So, you can only upgrade by buying a new license.
Even if you use pirated Windows, you can still upgrade to Windows 10. But you only get limited features and watermarks which always appears in the lower right corner of the screen.
You cannot use the Windows 7 activation code even if you have the original version because it will require a new activation code for Windows 10.
Before entering the upgrade method, make sure you download Media Creation Tool from the original Windows in www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10.
You can use the Media Creation Tool for both ways of upgrading Windows. Here's how to upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10:
Step 1 - Open the Media Creation Tool, then select Upgrade this PC now.
Step 2 - Enter the original Windows 10 Product Key
- You must have the original Windows 10 Product Key that you purchased.
Step 3 - Read and click Accept on the licensing agreement, then Install.
- You can keep your personal files and apps or delete any files you have. Click Install to upgrade Windows.
Wait for Windows 10 to finish downloading and the upgrade process will be done automatically. Do not turn off the PC in the middle of the upgrade process.
Also make sure you don't interrupt the process by doing multitasking whatever. If you want to upgrade Windows on another PC, you can follow the next step!
2. Upgrade Windows to another PC
Next is how to upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10 on another PC using a USB or CD. Not only that, this method can also be applied to an 'empty' PC.
The newly assembled PC does not have any operating system, so you need the help of a USB or CD to install Windows 10.
This method is quite technical, so you have to pay attention to every step that ApkVenue provides. If you are not sure, ApkVenue recommends asking for help from someone who understands.
You're still using the Media Creation Tool for this method, but choosing a different option.
Come on, see the full method below:
Step 1 - Open the Media Creation Tool, then select Create installation media for another PC.
Step 2 - Select Windows 10 type.
- On this page, select the desired language, architecture (32-bit or 64-bit), and Windows edition.
Step 3 Select the Windows installation media format.
- Choose which method you want to use to install Windows 10, via USB or ISO file. Then, click Next.
Step 4 - Move Windows 10 installation files to USB or CD.
- Wait for the installation file to finish downloading. If you select USB then you will be given a command to move the installation file to USB.
- If you choose ISO, then you can burn it to a USB or CD.
Step 5 - Insert USB or CD into PC, then boot Windows.
- To enter into the boot process, restart the PC and then click 'F2'. choose USB CD, then the boot process will run.
Step 6 - Restart your PC, then enter the Product Key to activate Windows.
You can also use the Media Creation Tool saved in bootable USB or CD into a PC that is still 'empty'.
However, for those of you who have never installed Windows, ApkVenue recommends asking for help from experienced people.
That's how to upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10 for free. You can apply this method for Windows 7 or 8.
Are you having trouble upgrading Windows? Write your opinion in the comments column, yes. See you in the next article!
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