Amazon Prime Day is officially over, but StackSocial is still offering doorbuster savings on a Microsoft Windows 11 Pro right now. Windows 11 Pro offers some additional features and capabilities when compared to the standard version of Microsoft’s latest PC operating system, such as increased security, and it’s an even bigger upgrade over the older Windows 10. But with a usual asking price of about $200, Windows 11 Pro can be a little rich for some people. If you want to upgrade to the latest software and also save some serious money along the way, you’ll be glad to know that StackSocial has a deal on. Order now, and you’ll save 88% on a Windows 11 Pro license, dropping the cost down to just $23. However, this deal is set to expire in just a few hours, so take advantage of it while you can.
Although this is an excellent deal, it’s important to note that not every computer can run Windows 11, so before you buy it, ensure that your machine meets the requirements for the operating system. If you have a PC that’s already running Windows 10, and Windows Update doesn’t let you install the free Windows 11 upgrade, your computer won’t be compatible with this version either.
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After you’ve bought the license, you’ll get an activation key that you can use to install and activate Windows 11 Pro on one computer. You’ll then have 30 days to redeem your download code before it expires.
If you’re doing a standard upgrade from an older version of Windows, the download and install process is pretty straightforward. For advanced users — folks who are building a new computer or who want to dual-boot an existing computer with a second OS — there will be some extra steps involved. In those cases, you might need a second PC to access and download the files, so be sure you can access everything from another computer in your home or that you have a friend’s machine you can use temporarily. Also, note that you’ll want to have a USB thumb drive available to transfer the file.
If you’re still on Windows 10 and don’t want to move to Windows 11, there’s a Windows 10 Pro license on sale as well, for just $23. Those still considering options for a new computer should check out our roundup of the best laptop deals and desktop deals for some solid options.
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