An upgrade differs from an update in that it moves your PC from a previous version of Windows—such as Windows 10—to Windows 11. This FAQ is intended to answer questions about upgrading to Windows 11.

Important: You don't need to remove old security information unless there is an account security risk (e.g. someone else has access to your old mailbox).

The recommended (and easiest) way to get SP1 is to turn on automatic updating in Windows Update in Control Panel and wait for Windows 7 to notify you that SP1 is ready to install.

Learn how to use Remote Desktop in Windows. On your Windows, Android, or iOS device: Open the Remote Desktop app (available for free from Microsoft Store, Google Play, and the Mac App Store), and add the name of the PC that you want to connect to (from Step 1). Select the remote PC name that you added, and then wait for the connection to complete.

When you sign in to sync to Microsoft Edge , you can easily browse the web from any of your devices, keep your favorites organized, and always pick up right where you left off.. Sign in to sync your account on your computer Setting up sync on your computer. In Microsoft Edge, select the profile image in the browser taskbar.

To pin Quick Assist to your taskbar so you can quickly get back to it, after Quick Assist is open, right-click (or press and hold) the icon on your taskbar > Pin to taskbar. If the old app icon still appears on your device, make sure you select the new app icon.

Make the everyday easier with Windows 11. When there's a lot to do, Windows 11 helps you get it done. With intuitive navigation and new multitasking tools, it brings you the performance you want and the security you need.

Updates to the default screen and sleep settings now help you use energy more efficiently and extend battery life. You can find efficiency settings in Windows 11 at Settings > System > Power & battery.. For a guided walkthrough of how each of the power and battery settings can improve your device's performance, click the button to open the Get Help app:

When you get a new device and start up Windows 10 for the first time, the antivirus protection that comes installed with the device is your default security app.

Learn how to manage extensions in Microsoft Edge, including adding, disabling, or removing them as needed.