Yes, you can transfer your current Windows drive to another computer and make it functional.
Yes, you can transfer your current Windows drive to another computer and make it functional.
I've attempted this before on various machines, but it never functioned properly. Now in 2021, I'm unsure whether Linus just copies files to different drives across his computers. Could be my assumption is incorrect. I tried once earlier, though it didn't go well—possibly due to admin-related problems. This time I'm getting a new PC, which is AMD, so I wonder if driver issues will be more significant than before.
Yes, Windows typically applies the necessary drivers automatically. There might be some problems, but generally it functions well. It's important to remember this isn't ideal—performing a clean installation would be preferable.
You can make some significant hardware adjustments and Windows 10 should handle it. The main challenge often comes from missing network drives, which can prevent other drivers from loading correctly. Overall, the situation is quite complicated—many components remain, and some drivers aren’t fully removed.
This feature might not be available in Windows 10, but it was possible on Windows 7. You could check if it's still supported there. Alternatively, you can use a DVD or burn it yourself.
The previous PC case I used to fit a drive was about two months ago. I still have one available, just in case.