Yes, you can upgrade from Windows 8.1 to Windows 11 and keep your files and apps. Here's how.
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Windows 11: Free upgrade from Windows 8.1 (Official)
Windows 8.1 computers can upgrade to Windows 11 using the ISO file without losing any data or applications as it is a supported installation path. However, before upgrading from Windows 8.1 to Windows 11, you need to make sure that your laptop or desktop meets the minimum system requirements. For example, the device must have a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 and Secure Boot, it must also have UEFI firmware, and the processor must be an Intel 8th generation or newer or an AMD Zen 2 or newer.
Windows 11 is available as a free upgrade for Windows 10 users, but you may still be able to activate it with a Windows 8.1 product key. You'll also need to create a full backup in case something happens and you need to reset or restore files for some reason.
In addition, before installing the operating system, it is recommended that you uninstall any applications that may conflict with the upgrade to Windows 11, such as antivirus and security tools, as well as old third-party programs. To reduce the risk of problems, you should disconnect all computer hardware, including printers, phones, cameras, external hard drives, and other USB peripherals.
