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Can I install Windows 10 on a Windows 7 computer

Recently, many apps and games are not running well on my Windows 7 PC and I was recommended to upgrade this device to a newer version such as Windows 10 22H2. My only concern is that can I keep my files and apps if I was trying to install Windows 10 on a…

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asked 2025-09-22T07:43:50.3033333+00:00
Bobomm 0 Reputation points
commented 2025-10-01T09:13:42.1266667+00:00
mahdi jafari 0 Reputation points
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how do i change my os drive if I want to start using a different drive for windows 10

In switching OS drive, is there a problem with cloning the old drive to the new one, or do I need to do a fresh install?

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asked 2025-10-01T01:39:10.0133333+00:00
Wayne Pariser 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-10-01T05:00:55.6+00:00
Craig Long 16,310 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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Don't see Windows 11 offer upgrade

When I open Windows upgrade I cannot see offer to upgrade to Windows 11. Windows also tell me "Your device is missing important security and quality fixes." but when I click "Check for upgrades" it doesn't offer any…

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asked 2025-09-30T16:48:44.94+00:00
Malka Shcherba 0 Reputation points
commented 2025-09-30T23:14:13.31+00:00
Jonathan 0 Reputation points
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can I install windows 11 and keep windows 10

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

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asked 2025-09-30T18:27:01.0833333+00:00
mars burnell 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-09-30T19:11:28.31+00:00
David-M 95,200 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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How to download and install Microsoft Publisher free

I used to have MS Publisher on my old Windows 7 computer. I bought a new computer with Windows 10 and MS Word, but I can't find Publisher on my computer. How do I get it....free.

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asked 2025-09-30T02:27:30.2566667+00:00
Peter Burbules 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-09-30T03:40:22.9+00:00
Kermfroggo749 90 Reputation points
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Updating a Bootable Flash Drive for Windows 10

A bootable flash drive with Windows 10 was created about 2 to 3 years ago. Now that Windows 10 has reached its end of life, what steps are needed to upgrade the flash drive to the latest version of Windows 10, considering that extended security updates…

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asked 2025-09-29T14:44:33.95+00:00
xw 60 Reputation points
answered 2025-09-29T14:56:35.9733333+00:00
GTS-NJ 235 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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Disk Became Offline - How to Bring it Back Online?

During Windows installation, I used the offline disk command in DiskPart on my SSD. Now, the disk is not visible in the disk list (list disk command), and I cannot bring it back online. The Windows installer only shows my USB drive; my internal SSD is…

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asked 2025-09-29T06:54:35.01+00:00
himanshu nishad 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-09-29T07:29:27.5533333+00:00
DaveM121 800K Reputation points Independent Advisor
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

How do I transfer a windows installation to a new PC with a new disk?

I am building a new PC that can host Windows 11, and I want to transfer my Windows 10 to the new PC onto a newer and larger SSD.

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asked 2025-09-27T19:07:44.39+00:00
Jay Elston 20 Reputation points
commented 2025-09-28T17:52:15.6366667+00:00
Jay Elston 20 Reputation points
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

My PC is Stuck in a Windows Reset loop

My pc randomly restarted itself and then it wouldn't start up because windows had a problem. It was telling me to restart to fix the issue but the screen remained the same every time I restarted. I tried a couple 'fixes' I saw on the internet and none of…

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asked 2025-09-26T13:50:05.9066667+00:00
JCrehan 20 Reputation points
accepted 2025-09-28T14:31:31.8933333+00:00
JCrehan 20 Reputation points
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Windows could not format a partition on disk 0 . The error occurred while preparing the partition selected for installation.Error code :0x80042428

I am getting the following error during Windows installation: "Windows could not format a partition on disk 0. The error occurred while preparing the partition selected for installation. Error code: 0x80042428" Error Details: · Error Code:…

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asked 2025-09-28T02:53:17.4133333+00:00
himanshu nishad 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2025-09-28T03:47:11.0366667+00:00
Ramesh Srinivasan 67,755 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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BSOD - WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR, Have found NO FIX AT ALL

I'm having the BSOD error. The error is WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR. I've been trying to fix it, however I cannot. Today it has happened around 5-6 times alone, while I'm browsing or trying to game. GPU - Amd Radeon 5600xt CPU - Intel i5 9400f MotherBoard -…

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asked 2025-09-27T18:37:22.89+00:00
Prabjot Singh 20 Reputation points
commented 2025-09-27T20:07:01.2233333+00:00
Jonathan Deives 56,855 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Blocked on KB5065429 to update to Windows 11

I'm trying to update a VM to windows 11 The update fails because KB5065429 won't install I've tried all the usual tricks, Troubleshooter, Deleting folders, scanfc, DISM, but nothing seems to work. The machine had about a year of missing windows updates…

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asked 2025-09-24T21:10:48.9166667+00:00
Ian 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-09-26T06:13:26.36+00:00
Lester Bernard Reyes 65,235 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Where can I download Windows 10 installation media?

Hi everyone, I need to reinstall Windows 10 on an used PC, and I'm looking for the official way to download the Windows 10 installation media. I've heard about the Microsoft website offering it, but I want to make sure I'm getting it from a safe and…

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asked 2025-09-18T09:40:10.5266667+00:00
Wokhiosk 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2025-09-24T10:30:32.43+00:00
David Petty 0 Reputation points
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how to manually uninstall infineon TPM professional package

Hello there, While trying to upgrade my Windows10 to Windows11, a message is coming as to "manually uninstall Infineon TPM Professional Package". Hence I'm unable to upgrade my Windows10. Kindly do the needful/guide me how to manually uninstall…

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asked 2025-09-16T20:12:15.36+00:00
David Lazar 0 Reputation points
commented 2025-09-24T09:32:45.3233333+00:00
Lychee-Ng 9,525 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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How to upgrade to Windows 10

I need to update from Windows 7 to Windows 10. My product No sticker says OS Win 7 downgraded to XP Pro. thank you

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asked 2025-09-23T15:42:16.7366667+00:00
2025ForHomeOnly@ 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-09-23T16:22:56.2966667+00:00
Rodrigo Queiroz 70,365 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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My Roblox isn't working.

Okay, I know this sounds a little silly. I recently came across a pop-up window that says my Roblox app on my laptop isn't able to run, followed by another pop-up window that says 'memory dump created', and tells me where I can find it in my folders, but…

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asked 2025-09-23T03:42:06.53+00:00
Shelby Howell 5 Reputation points
answered 2025-09-23T04:43:25.8933333+00:00
Adrian_A_ 8,760 Reputation points
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download media creation tool on Chromebook to create USB

I bought a used hp envy touchsmart laptop and was unaware it is running windows 8 . I am trying to use media creation tool to install windows 10 . I am on Chromebook attempting to use the media create tool on o a flashdrive and this is what is coming…

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asked 2025-09-21T01:04:27.8433333+00:00
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commented 2025-09-22T10:35:36.8533333+00:00
Ivan B 82,025 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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asked 2025-09-21T18:02:44.26+00:00
abed chawli 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2025-09-21T19:55:16.5233333+00:00
Gérard Oomens 112.4K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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How to check if a Windows 10 Pro license is still valid?

I have 2 Windows 10 Pro licenses. One was upgraded to Windows 11, while the other was not upgraded since the PC died a couple of years ago. I logged into my Microsoft account today, and I only see one device using the upgraded Windows 11 license. There…

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asked 2025-09-19T08:43:37.47+00:00
Watcher 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-09-21T19:05:04.29+00:00
David Clarke 0 Reputation points
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Update Boot Code failure when trying to reinstall W10

I am trying to reinstall Windows 10 (in order to be able to install Windows 11). I consistently get "Windows 10 installation failed" messages near the end of the process. W10 is working just fine otherwise. My self-assembled machine had a…

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asked 2025-09-20T01:23:03.57+00:00
Chris Dee 20 Reputation points
accepted 2025-09-21T16:52:41.6466667+00:00
Chris Dee 20 Reputation points