The free update for Windows 11 from Windows 10 concluded on October 5th, 2022.
The free update for Windows 11 from Windows 10 concluded on October 5th, 2022.
Hello, welcome to the forums. I'm trying to understand this situation. I've learned that after October 5th, free upgrades to Windows 11 won't be available anymore. That worries me because I want to upgrade once my printer drivers and software are updated. Is this accurate? I don't want to end up buying another professional license.
I also discovered the original source about two months ago. It mentioned checking the FAQ for details on how long the free upgrade period lasts. Now it seems they've updated the information, but it's unclear if they're being transparent or not. Maybe I'll still need to switch to Windows 11 eventually and avoid using my home printer for a while.
Edited September 25, 2022 by HumanGamer
Maybe in theory. In reality things might differ. Microsoft primarily earns from the Windows Store now. They’ve appeared fairly indifferent about piracy so far. That situation could shift rapidly at any moment. It’s only relevant for personal use. Pro10 transitions to Home11, or at least that’s roughly how it was from 8.1 to 10. Joining a domain requires pro. There’s also Win9 available. I wouldn’t be overly concerned about it. Licenses are quite affordable. You don’t need to buy retail copies. TechYesCity promotes a service offering them at very low prices. Just avoid the extras like a pre-installed USB drive with the installation—unless you really need it. Edited September 25, 2022 by Bombastinator
Microsoft informed everyone that Windows 10 was the final version. No more details! Just more updates about updates... Hello Windows 11! Nobody understands this, even those in top positions at Microsoft. Delay if you need to use your printer. (Or attempt the update and see if your printer functions. If not, revert to your earlier version) Your printer should probably work.
It wasn't mine or the scanner. I managed to connect both to a Pi Zero, but they didn’t work together as a network printer using cups. Linux isn’t that flexible. Honestly, trying to build one was really frustrating. I just got a new printer instead.
Which drivers are you currently employing? It seems compatible with Windows 10 or 7 is a good starting point, as issues might arise with version 11. I rely on drivers not optimized for Windows 11 on my systems.
Exactly. From what I've heard, windows 10 and 11 aren't that different. And it has a fair chance it will just work. Older hardware just doesn't get an update on compatible OS-es, because a line of products is likely already discontinued. Doesn't mean it doesn't work. I myself would give it a more then 50% chance of it working. And as mentioned before, you can always move back to windows 10. (at least, that's what Microsoft claims...)
It occurred with my top monitor. I ended up discarding the generic driver from a Windows 8.1 copy to try something else. It’s still a solid display. Back then it was one of the best I owned, similar to an ultra-wide 1440p but taller.
Not too long ago I had to attempt that one. The issue is the strange Korean grey market site run by a company called crossover. Even though the business still exists, their website is so messy it confuses Google translation tools. There might be a functional updated driver there, but since I don’t speak Korean, I can’t access it. My solution was to place an even older 1080px60 monitor right in front of the device and use it. It’s a Dell model, so Windows 10 should work fine.
A Microsoft representative shared this at an event, not speaking for the company. He aimed to clarify the continuous update service model for journalists who weren’t familiar with it. Some articles later cited him as the source, but he wasn’t official. Microsoft doesn’t discuss future updates or Windows versions.