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How to Get Windows 10 Free for Customers Who Use Assistive Technology
How to get the free Windows Upgrade
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Go to the Microsoft website and download the Windows Creation Tool. Open it on your computer and select Upgrade this PC Now.Select from the options available to carry over from Windows 7 to Windows 10. The Data and apps option is recommended.Select Next to begin the upgrade process. Respond to any prompts that ask for information to complete the upgrade. This article explains how users of assistive technology can upgrade to Windows 10 from Windows 7 for free.
How to Upgrade to Windows 10 for Assistive Technologies
Microsoft introduced a way for people using Windows 7 and assistive technologies to upgrade to Windows 10 for free. In 2019, many Windows users are still able to gain access to the Windows 10 free upgrade. The promotion was initially set to expire in 2016, so it's possible the ability to upgrade could go away at any time. Before you start any update to Windows, back up all your files and applications or licenses to a removable hard drive or to the cloud. Here’s what you need to do to upgrade to Windows 10 for assistive technologies: Head to Microsoft's official site to download the Windows Creation tool, then run it on your computer. Select Upgrade this PC Now. Downloading all the necessary Windows 10 files may actually take some time so you may just leave your PC to download it all. When the download is complete, you'll be asked what you want to carry over from Windows 7 to Windows 10. Your options are: Data only: This copies the data on your computer (files, folders, images, etc) to the new operating system.Data and apps: In addition to the above, this also copies all your apps to the new operating system. However, there may be some apps incompatible with this transfer method, so be sure you have them (or at least the license keys) backed up somewhere.Nothing: This copies none of your data or apps to the new operating system. You're essentially starting with a fresh, new operating system. For the most seamless experience, it's recommended you choose Data and apps to carry over as much of your existing data and as many compatible apps as possible. This will ensure you're able to get back up and running quickly when the upgrade is complete. Select Next to begin the upgrade process. Your computer will most likely restart a few times before the process is done and you may be prompted to answer questions to complete the installation. Once it's done, you should be running Windows 10 with the new Assistive technologies. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Downgrade from Windows 11 Can I Run Windows 11 on My Computer? How to Resume a Windows 10 Upgrade How to Clean Install Windows 8 Pro Upgrade Windows 10: Release Date, Editions, Features, and More Windows 11: News, Release Date, and Specs How to Upgrade From Windows 7 to Windows 10 How to Upgrade Your Computer From Windows 8 to Windows 11 How to Upgrade From Windows 10 Home to Pro Can I Upgrade to Windows 8? 35 Best Free Data Destruction Tools (October 2022) Latest Windows 10 Drivers (October 21, 2022) The 21 Best Free Data Recovery Software Tools (Oct. 2022) How to Clean Install Windows (Delete & Reinstall) 31 Best Free Backup Software Tools (October 2022) 28 Best Free Registry Cleaner Programs (October 2022) Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies