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can I install windows 11 and keep windows 10

mars burnell 0 Reputation points
2025-09-30T18:27:01.0833333+00:00

have windows 10 , computer won't take windows 11 upgrade. can I have both operating systems on same pc?

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Install and upgrade
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  1. David-M 95,855 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-09-30T19:11:28.31+00:00

    Hi. I'm David, and I'm happy to help you.

    It's technically possible to run both Windows 10 and Windows 11 on the same PC using a dual-boot setup. However, this only works if your hardware meets the minimum requirements for Windows 11.

    Another detail: to use both systems legally, you'll need two separate licenses, one for each installation.

    That said, I generally wouldn't recommend dual-booting unless you rely on legacy software that only runs on Windows 10, which is increasingly uncommon today.

    Please do the following:

    Download the PC Health Check from the link below, install it, and see which requirements your computer meets and if there are any that it does not meet.

    https://aka.ms/GetPCHealthCheckApp

    After installing, open PC Health Check. Then, under "Introducing Windows 11", click "Check now".

    If you want, share a screenshot of the result. Use the shortcut "Windows + Shift + S" to use the screenshot tool.

    I await your reply.

    Feel free to ask back any questions.

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