Here are the steps to install Windows 10 on a PC or laptop:
What You'll Need:
A computer with internet access.
At least 8 GB USB flash drive.
Windows 10 product key (optional for some installations).
Back up your important data (if installing on an existing machine).
Step-by-Step Installation:
1. Create a Windows 10 Installation USB
Go to the official Microsoft site: https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows10
Download the Media Creation Tool.
Run the tool and choose "Create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or ISO
file) for another PC".
Select:
o Language
o Edition: Windows 10
o Architecture: 64-bit or 32-bit (most modern PCs use 64-bit)
Insert the USB drive and choose it as the destination.
Wait for it to finish creating the bootable USB drive.
2. Boot from the USB Drive
Insert the USB into the computer where you want to install Windows 10.
Restart the computer and enter the BIOS/UEFI settings (usually by pressing F2, F12,
ESC, or DEL during startup).
Change the boot order to make the USB drive the first boot device.
Save and exit BIOS.
3. Start Windows 10 Installation
The computer will boot from the USB.
Select your language, time, and keyboard layout.
Click Install Now.
4. Enter Product Key
If prompted, enter your Windows 10 product key.
If you don't have one, click "I don't have a product key" – you can activate it later.
5. Choose the Windows Version
Select the edition you want (e.g., Windows 10 Home, Pro).
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6. Accept License Terms
Read and accept the license agreement.
7. Choose Installation Type
Choose Custom: Install Windows only (advanced).
8. Partition the Drive
Select the drive/partition where you want to install Windows.
You can delete old partitions or format them (make sure you've backed up data).
Select the unallocated space and click Next.
9. Installation Process
Windows will copy files and install. This may take 15–45 minutes.
The PC will restart several times.
10. Setup Windows 10
Choose your region, keyboard layout.
Set up your user account, password, and preferences.
Choose privacy settings.
Sign in with a Microsoft account (or create a local account if you prefer).
Note:
You now have Windows 10 installed and ready to go. Make sure to:
Install Windows Updates.
Install device drivers (if needed).
Activate Windows (if not done during install).
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