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Windows 11 OS Build 21996.1 Upgrading Windows 11 Without Data Loss?

Anonymous
2024-03-08T03:13:40+00:00

I recently realized that I'm on Windows 11 OS Build 21996.1 and I'm a bit concerned about whether I'll be able to receive the latest version updates. From what I've read, it seems like I might not be able to update to the latest version without performing a clean install.

I have some important data on my PC that I can't afford to lose, so I'm wondering if there's a way to upgrade to the latest version of Windows 11 without losing any data. Can anyone confirm if this is possible? And if so, could you provide some guidance on how to do it?

Thanks in advance for any help

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Windows update

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  1. Sumit 43,786 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2024-03-08T03:30:19+00:00

    Hi,

    Download Windows 11
    https://www.microsoft.com/en-in/software-download/Windows11https://www.microsoft.com/en-in/software-downlo... 

    Download Windows 11 ISO file and Run Setup.exe to Start the Upgrade, using Windows 11 Media Creation Tool.
    https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=2156295

    All steps, including MCT and Installation Assistant, are covered here: https://www.yourwindowsguide.com/2021/10/install-windows-11-manually-or-offline.html

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