Your CPU isn't compatible with Windows 11, and you can't push it through. Got it!
Your CPU isn't compatible with Windows 11, and you can't push it through. Got it!
Absolutely, though moving to a MAC might seem drastic, I wouldn't consider it. I used an old Toshiba laptop running Windows 3.1, which I upgraded through several versions until Windows 8.1. It worked fine until I tried upgrading to Windows 10, but the performance was too slow. My MSI machine came pre-installed with Windows 10, and four years later I can't even update to a new iOS version. Plus, I checked the BIOS and TPM2.0 is enabled, yet the Windows PC Health Checker says TPM isn't found. ARG! At least GoodBytes mentioned Windows 10 will stay supported until EOL in October 2025. The real concern is how this setup will interact with other devices on the same network that get updated to Windows 11—many faced similar issues after Windows 7. Will it repeat that situation?
Created a USB installation file and installed Windows 11. Everything functions properly with no issues. The processor used is the I7 6700HQ.
I'd also think about using Linux on the machine. Your equipment tends to last longer. That's what Linux excels at.
If you're not keen on paying for usage, I'd think about going with Linux instead.
With Windows 11 now labeled RTM, Microsoft seems likely to maintain its current hardware demands. But if you aim to run Windows 11 on your PC, there are ways to work around these limits. In terms of performance, you probably won’t notice much improvement unless your system supports Direct Storage. Ultimately, it depends on whether you need the new interface, rounded corners, refined Settings app, or similar features. -- Cheers!