Can your old PC handle the upgrade to Windows 11? Here's how to tell
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from ZDNET2 months ago
As of October 2025, Windows 10 PCs will no longer receive security updates, making upgrading to Windows 11 essential for continued security.
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Microsoft is effectively engaging in age discrimination regarding which PCs can upgrade; older machines, even if functional, often don’t meet Windows 11's requirements.
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Identifying your PC’s age, particularly its CPU design date, is crucial to determine if it can support Windows 11 when Windows 10 fades.
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PCs made in 2019 or later typically support Windows 11 fully. The presence of a compatible CPU and TPM 2.0 is essential for the upgrade.
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