Should I install the latest updates from the past two years or start fresh with a new Windows 11 version?

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Should I install the latest updates from the past two years or start fresh with a new Windows 11 version?

Should I install the latest updates from the past two years or start fresh with a new Windows 11 version?

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laurydaqueen
Junior Member

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01-31-2021, 01:11 AM

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I own a Dell 5820 Workstation running Windows 11, purchased in October 2022. I haven’t used it for two years due to small font problems. I’m considering giving it another chance, which means downloading the latest updates—a process that could take a long time. Should I proceed with those updates or install Windows from scratch? Dell hasn’t released a Windows 11 disc or image. I would appreciate your advice and expertise on the best approach. Thank you.

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laurydaqueen

01-31-2021, 01:11 AM #1

I own a Dell 5820 Workstation running Windows 11, purchased in October 2022. I haven’t used it for two years due to small font problems. I’m considering giving it another chance, which means downloading the latest updates—a process that could take a long time. Should I proceed with those updates or install Windows from scratch? Dell hasn’t released a Windows 11 disc or image. I would appreciate your advice and expertise on the best approach. Thank you.

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Narava
Member

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02-01-2021, 02:53 AM

#2

You can simply keep it updating all day and/or overnight.
Windows Update generally doesn't disrupt my daily activities or offline gaming.
However, I wouldn't want an OEM version running on my system(s).
I would always install a brand new, directly from Microsoft version of the OS on any pre-built OEM setup.
You should still be able to adjust the font via Settings > Display to any size you prefer.

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Narava

02-01-2021, 02:53 AM #2

You can simply keep it updating all day and/or overnight.
Windows Update generally doesn't disrupt my daily activities or offline gaming.
However, I wouldn't want an OEM version running on my system(s).
I would always install a brand new, directly from Microsoft version of the OS on any pre-built OEM setup.
You should still be able to adjust the font via Settings > Display to any size you prefer.

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ImAsian_
Junior Member

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02-01-2021, 05:04 AM

#3

You're correct about OEM, but finding Fresh Win-11 outside of Microsoft isn't straightforward.

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ImAsian_

02-01-2021, 05:04 AM #3

You're correct about OEM, but finding Fresh Win-11 outside of Microsoft isn't straightforward.

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choppchopp
Member

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02-01-2021, 05:21 AM

#4

You can access the download page for Windows 11 at the provided link.

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choppchopp

02-01-2021, 05:21 AM #4

You can access the download page for Windows 11 at the provided link.

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slimeboss7
Junior Member

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02-01-2021, 12:18 PM

#5

Why not? It's bloatware. I just bought this AW laptop... and I was considering a clean install of W11 Pro to eliminate the excess features.

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slimeboss7

02-01-2021, 12:18 PM #5

Why not? It's bloatware. I just bought this AW laptop... and I was considering a clean install of W11 Pro to eliminate the excess features.

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sfajar
Member

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02-02-2021, 12:57 PM

#6

Windows handles that on its own.

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sfajar

02-02-2021, 12:57 PM #6

Windows handles that on its own.

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iMegaan
Member

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02-04-2021, 12:00 AM

#7

Where can I obtain the Win-11 key?
Dell provided me with a workstation pre-installed with Win-11 (Workstation Version).

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iMegaan

02-04-2021, 12:00 AM #7

Where can I obtain the Win-11 key?
Dell provided me with a workstation pre-installed with Win-11 (Workstation Version).

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blue_fanta
Member

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02-04-2021, 01:35 AM

#8

This means you can keep it running all night, and it will apply all updates automatically?

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blue_fanta

02-04-2021, 01:35 AM #8

This means you can keep it running all night, and it will apply all updates automatically?

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Luukstar
Junior Member

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02-04-2021, 07:28 AM

#9

Place your PC in sleep mode. Then Windows can wake it without you being there to check for updates. This is the way it functions on my Dell PC.

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Luukstar

02-04-2021, 07:28 AM #9

Place your PC in sleep mode. Then Windows can wake it without you being there to check for updates. This is the way it functions on my Dell PC.

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Creeperman3
Senior Member

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02-06-2021, 08:02 AM

#10

Remember to save all crucial information at least twice in separate places away from the device. Check that it can be recovered and read properly. I hope everything proceeds smoothly. Still, unexpected events might occur and a broken update could make the system unusable.

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Creeperman3

02-06-2021, 08:02 AM #10

Remember to save all crucial information at least twice in separate places away from the device. Check that it can be recovered and read properly. I hope everything proceeds smoothly. Still, unexpected events might occur and a broken update could make the system unusable.

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