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Windows 10/11 install through usb instructions

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  Here’s a step-by-step guide to installing Windows 10 or 11 using a USB drive: ### **1. Prepare the USB Drive** #### **a. Download the Windows Media Creation Tool:**    - Visit the official Microsoft website.    - Download the **Windows Media Creation Tool** for Windows 10 or 11. #### **b. Create a Bootable USB Drive:**    - Plug in a USB drive with at least 8GB of storage. Ensure that the USB drive is empty, as this process will erase all data on it.    - Run the **Windows Media Creation Tool**.    - Select **"Create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or ISO file) for another PC"** and click **Next**.    - Choose the **language**, **edition** (Windows 10/11), and **architecture** (32-bit or 64-bit) that matches your system.    - Select **USB flash drive** as the media to use.    - Choose your USB drive from the list and click **Next**. The tool will download the necessary files and create the b...

Common Windows 11 issues fix instructions

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1. Windows 11 Not Booting Up Symptoms: • Computer stuck on a black screen. • Endless loading screen. • Error message on startup. Fix: 1. Check External Devices: • Disconnect all external devices (USB drives, printers, etc.) and try restarting your PC. 2. Boot in Safe Mode: • Hold down the power button to force shutdown. • Press the power button again, and once Windows starts loading, hold the power button again to force another shutdown. • Repeat this process three times until you see the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). • In the WinRE, go to Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Startup Settings > Restart. • After restart, select Safe Mode by pressing the corresponding number on your keyboard. 3. System Restore: • If Safe Mode works, search for Create a restore point in the Start menu. • In the System Protection tab, click System Restore and choose a restore point before the issue occurred. 4. Startup Repair: • ...

The Top Benefits of Upgrading to Windows 11

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Windows 11, Microsoft’s latest operating system, brings a host of new features and improvements that enhance both productivity and user experience. Whether you’re a casual user, a professional, or an enthusiast, upgrading to Windows 11 offers numerous advantages. Here’s a look at the key benefits that make Windows 11 a worthy upgrade. 1. Sleek and Modern User Interface Windows 11 introduces a refreshed, sleek, and modern user interface that is more intuitive and visually appealing. The redesigned Start Menu, now centered on the taskbar, offers a simplified layout, making it easier to access your apps and files. The rounded corners, new system icons, and refined animations contribute to a more polished look that aligns with modern design trends. 2. Enhanced Multitasking with Snap Layouts and Snap Groups Windows 11 takes multitasking to the next level with Snap Layouts and Snap Groups. Snap Layouts allow you to organize open windows into different grid layouts, making it easier to manage...

Microsoft Store August 2024 update rolling out to Windows Insiders

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  Hello Windows Insiders, today we are beginning to roll out our August 2024 update for the Microsoft Store to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels. The update will be available for Windows 11 devices (version 22407.xxxx.x and higher). An updated library experience In this update, we are introducing changes to the library page. First, we have improved the default filters to show all the products you own, not just products that are installed (you can still toggle this filter if you wish). Next, we’ve added a search bar that will help you find the name or the publisher of products you’re looking for. Combined with the first change, this new experience is powerful: you can easily find any app and game you’ve ever acquired with your Microsoft account. A revamped library page experience in the Microsoft Store. A new page for updates and downloads We are also moving the list of updates and downloads from the top section of the library to its own dedicated page. This new page d...

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.1350 (Dev Channel)

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  Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing   Windows 11 Insider Preview  Build 26120.1350 (KB5041871)   to the Dev Channel. This update is delivered in a format that offers a preview of enhancements to servicing technology on Windows 11, version 24H2. To learn more, see   https://aka.ms/CheckpointCumulativeUpdates . REMINDER: Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel will now receive updates based on Windows 11, version 24H2 via  an enablement package  (Build 26120.xxxx). For Insiders in the Dev Channel who want to be the first to get features  gradually rolled out to you , you can turn  ON  the toggle (shown in the image below) to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Windows Update. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your device over time once they are ready. Turn on the toggle ...

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.4010 (Beta Channel)

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  Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing   Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.4010 (KB5041869)  to the Beta Channel. REMINDER: Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel will receive updates based on Windows 11, version 23H2 via  an enablement package  (Build 22635.xxxx). For Insiders in the Beta Channel who want to be the first to get features  gradually rolled out to you , you can turn  ON  the toggle (shown in the image below) to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Windows Update. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your device over time once they are ready. Turn on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available to get new features rolled out to you. Going forward, we will document changes in Beta Channel builds in two buckets: new features, improvements, and fixes tha...

Nominations for the 2024 Microsoft Store App Awards are now open

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  We are thrilled to announce the 2024 Microsoft Store App Awards, a testament to our continued commitment to honor and celebrate developers for their exceptional quality, creativity and originality of Windows apps and games.    Whether you’re a developer or a fan of a fantastic app, we invite you to  submit your nomination . If you don’t have your app on Microsoft Store yet, it’s not too late!  Publish your app  by Sept. 15, 2024, and participate in the awards to compete for incredible prizes, like Surface Pro Limited Edition Copilot+ PCs*.    The Microsoft Store offers developers a unique opportunity to reach a vast audience of over a billion Windows users. By distributing your apps through the Microsoft Store, you can benefit from increased visibility, trust and security, and flexible revenue sharing options.    We invite you to participate and showcase your apps and games that exemplify excellence in design, functionality and innovat...