Can I Download Windows 11 for Free?
Yes, sort of. You can download the Home version of Windows 11 for free from Microsoft’s Windows 11 download page; however, the Windows 11 has strict basic system requirements your computer has to meet. If you have a Windows 10 computer, you may be able to upgrade to Windows 11 for free by going into the Windows Update tab in the settings menu.
How to Install Windows 11 via the Installation Assistant
Installing via the Windows 11 Installation Assistant is by far the easiest and simplest way to download the new OS onto your computer.
How to Download the Windows 11 ISO File
An ISO file is a bootable copy of Windows 11 which can be saved onto a USB drive. Once downloaded, you can either extract or mount Windows 11 ISO onto a computer or virtual machine. Make sure you have a USB drive with at least 5.2GB of space.
How to Install the ISO File with Windows Media Creation Tool
Microsoft’s Media Creation Tool is the app you will see to extract the Windows 11 ISO file from the USB drive and install it onto another computer or a virtual machine.
Are There Other Ways to Install Windows 11?
The other way you can install Windows 11 involves burning the ISO file onto a USB via the Rufus app, which is similar to the Media Creation Tool but is a portable program. Rufus doesn’t install on your computer, rather operates from the USB drive.
