Microsoft ended official support for Windows 10 in October 2025. That means it no longer receives security patches — a real risk. Should you upgrade to Windows 11? Is your computer compatible? Here's what you need to know.
Why upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11?
- Security: Windows 10 without support gets no security patches. Known vulnerabilities stay unfixed.
- Future compatibility: New software will increasingly require Windows 11.
- New features: Better window management, Android integration, performance improvements on modern chips.
Is my computer compatible with Windows 11?
- 64-bit processor: Intel 8th generation or newer, or AMD Ryzen 2000 series or newer
- 4 GB RAM minimum (we recommend 8 GB)
- 64 GB of storage
- TPM 2.0: a security module many computers have, but disabled in the BIOS
- Secure Boot enabled in UEFI
To check, download Microsoft's official "PC Health Check" tool.
My computer isn't compatible: what are my options?
Option 1: Enable TPM 2.0 in the BIOS
Many 7th-generation Intel or Ryzen 1000 series processors have TPM built in but disabled in the BIOS. Turning it on can make the machine compatible. We can help with this in the workshop.
Option 2: Stay on Windows 10 (with a security risk)
If your computer is quite old, you can stay on Windows 10 knowingly accepting the risk. We recommend not using it for online banking or storing sensitive data.
Option 3: Switch to Linux
For older computers, lightweight Linux distributions like Linux Mint are a genuine alternative: free, fast on old hardware, and secure.
How do I upgrade to Windows 11?
If your PC is compatible, the upgrade arrives via Windows Update. Go to "Settings → Windows Update". The process takes 1-2 hours and keeps all your programs and data.
If you'd prefer a clean install (recommended), we can do that for you in the workshop.