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Migrating from Windows 8.1 to Windows 11 still possible?
I have an old laptop (Intel Celeron 877) running Windows 8.1 (64bit) that is infected with viruses and I am wondering if it is still possible to migrate to Windows 11 for free using a USB stick created with support for official installation of Windows 11, in order to completely reformat the hard drive?
Will Windows 11 activate automatically?
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No. The device is too old to run Windows 11.
Since your laptop meets some of these requirements, but not all, you might still be able to install Windows 11. However, it's essential to check the exact requirements for your laptop's specific model and configuration.
Yes, use the official tool to create a Windows 11 installation USB drive; a clean installation will activate automatically.
