You can no longer upgrade to Windows 10 for free

Si todavía usas Windows 7 u 8, quizás te preguntes si puedes actualizar a Windows 10 de forma gratuita. La respuesta es no, lamentablemente. Microsoft finalizó la oferta de actualización gratuita en 2016 y, desde entonces, debe pagar una licencia si desea cambiar a la última versión de Windows.

Why should you upgrade to Windows 10? There are many reasons, such as improved security, faster performance, better compatibility and more features. Windows 10 is also the world’s most popular operating system, with more than 1.3 billion devices running it by June 2021.

How much does it cost to upgrade to Windows 10? The price depends on the edition and region you are in. In the U.S., for example, Windows 10 Home costs $139, while Windows 10 Pro costs $199. You can purchase a digital license from Microsoft’s website or a physical copy from a retailer.

How to upgrade to Windows 10? The process is fairly straightforward, but it does require some preparation. First, you need to make sure that your device meets the minimum system requirements for Windows 10. You can check them here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-specifications

Second, you should back up your important files and data, in case something goes wrong during the upgrade. You can use an external hard drive, a cloud service or a built-in tool such as File History.

Third, you must purchase a Windows 10 license and download the installation media from the Microsoft website. You can use a USB flash drive or DVD to create a bootable media. Instructions can be found here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10

Finally, you must insert the bootable media into your computer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the upgrade. You will need to enter your product key and choose whether to keep your files and settings or start over.

That’s it! You have successfully upgraded to Windows 10. Enjoy the new features and benefits of Microsoft’s most advanced operating system.

Microsoft had initially offered a free upgrade to Windows 10 for Windows 7 and Windows 8 users until July 29, 2016. Subsequently, it also allowed users with assistive technologies to upgrade for free until the end of 2017. However, there was a loophole that allowed users to continue upgrading older PCs to Windows 10 even after these offers had expired.

With the introduction of Windows 11, Microsoft has imposed hardware restrictions, making it difficult for older PCs to successfully upgrade to this latest version. As a result, Microsoft has officially closed this loophole, encouraging users to consider upgrading to modern PCs that meet the hardware requirements for Windows 11 or Windows 10.

This change emphasizes the importance of staying current with the latest operating systems for security, performance and compatibility reasons. If users are looking to upgrade their PCs, they may consider consulting Microsoft’s official guidelines and recommendations or exploring the purchase of new hardware that supports the latest versions of Windows.