As you know, Microsoft notified Windows 10 is “the last version of Windows” and explained that they will be focused on the development of powerful and new features under the guise of software updates instead of building a new version. This means there will be no Windows 11 or 12 in the future(*). So if you are thinking about an upgrade, this is the best time to get it. Show
(*) New update: An expected release of version 11 was launched in late 2021. Read this post for more information. Windows 10 free upgradeThe representative of Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 is a free upgrade for all customers using a genuine copy of Windows 7 or higher. But this offer officially will expire on Friday so do not hesitate to own it before it is too late. Your time is running out. After July 29, the upgrade will cost up to $119 for the Home edition or $199 for the Professional one. Personally, that amount of money is enough to pay my rent this month so there is no reason for me to deny that. Should you upgrade to Windows 10“Do not upgrade to Windows 10”. This seems to contradict the above analysis but that is the statement of security experts. They said that Microsoft has been violating users’ privacy by collecting their personal information like gender, age, hobby, and Internet habits… without your permission. The options relating to sending feedback and data to Microsoft were enabled automatically from the moment that you installed Windows 10 successfully so most people don’t know about them. However, you can disable them in Settings/Privacy easily. Install Windows 10 using ISO file instead of an upgradeYou can get the latest version of Windows 10 Professional here if you don’t have it already. If you have ever installed any versions of Windows before, I am sure you will have no difficulty getting started with Windows 10. If you are looking to install it with a USB flash drive, please search for “how to install Windows 10 from a bootable USB stick”. There are many detailed instructions for installing Windows 10 on the web. If you are using another version of Windows, please navigate to the Windows OS category and select a suitable article. Method 1: Manual activation
Step 1.1: Open Command Prompt as administrator. Step
1.2: Install KMS client key. Home: TX9XD-98N7V-6WMQ6-BX7FG-H8Q99 Note: You need to hit [Enter] key to execute commands. Install Windows license keyStep 1.3: Set KMS machine address. Step 1.4: Activate your Windows. If you see the error 0xC004F074, it means that your internet connection is unstable or the server is busy. Please make sure your device is online and try the command “ato” again until you succeed. Windows activated successfullyNow check the activation status again. Method 2: Using a batch fileThis one is not recommended anymore due to the new update of Microsoft. Step 2.1: Copy the code below into a new text document.
Create a new text document. Create a new text documentStep 2.2: Paste the code into the text file. Then save it as a batch file (named “1click.cmd”). Save the text fileSet name of the batch fileStep 2.3: Run the batch file as administrator. Please wait a minute. Your Windows is activatedNote: If you guys see three times the same error message saying that the connection to the KMS server was unsuccessful, please read this post. Check the activation status again. Check out activation status of Windows 10If you would have any questions or concerns, please leave your comments. I would be glad to explain in more details. Thank you so much for all your feedback and support! I am Guang, a freelancer and a blogger. I'm currently managing KMS system, MSGuides blog and 2 tech Youtube channels. → View all my posts | Support my projects or Buy me a coffee Can you install Windows without product key?No, Microsoft doesn't ask you for a product key to let you download the Windows 10 installation kit. Actually, there are absolutely no details required from you. You can download Windows 10 without having to tell Microsoft anything: neither your Microsoft account nor your Windows 10 serial key is needed.
How do I bypass Windows 10 product key when installing?One of the first screens you'll see will ask you to enter your product key so you can “Activate Windows.” However, you can just click the “I don't have a product key” link at the bottom of the window and Windows will allow you to continue the installation process.
Do you need a product key to install Windows 10?It's actually free to install Windows 10 without a license key. That's the bit of Microsoft's OS that you actually need to buy as the OS itself has a longer grace period. However, functionality is limited without a genuine key.
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