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Windows 10 Upgrade Options & Tools

Out of Support from Oct 14

Windows 10 to Windows 11 Upgrade Checker

Option 1 - Backup Data to OneDrive

Enable ESU (Extended Security Updates)

Option 2 - Redeem MS Reward Points (1,000 required)

Option 3 - Pay MS (about £25)

Option 4 - Pay 0patch for security updates

Option 5 - Block updates to Windows 11 (if your pc supports an upgrade) using free GRC tool.

Option 6 - Use windows 10 offline, or switch to Linux?!

Option 7 - Force Windows 10 to upgrade using:

Flyoobe

Note: for option 7 its worthwhile grabbing the digital license key prior to upgrade using a cmd prompt:

wmic path SoftwareLicensingService get OA3xOriginalProductKey