How to Download Windows 10 for Free

Windows 10 has officially been launched in 190 countries across the world for existing Windows users as well as those purchasing new PCs and tablets. If you are wondering how you can get Microsoft's latest operating system, here's a little guide that shows you how to obtain and install Windows 10.


Windows 10 is a free upgrade for Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 users, but those running older versions may have to buy a copy. Depending on the operating system your computer is currently on, the process to obtain and install Windows 10 could differ a little. If you are unsure about it, here's a guide to help you out. Make sure your system fulfils the Windows 10 minimum requirements.

Downloading Windows 10 ISO
The surest way to get Windows 10 right away is to head over to Microsoft's website and download the Windows 10 ISO file. Considering the size of the download, you will need a fast Internet connection to download this file, as well as a blank USB or DVD drive to burn the ISO file so you can run setup on your machine. Visit the Microsoft website for further instructions and license requirements.

You are upgrading from Windows 7 or Windows 8.x
As mentioned earlier, Windows 10 is a free upgrade if you are running Windows 7 or Windows 8.x. Here's how you can upgrade:

1. Open Windows Update (search for Windows Update in Start Menu or Start Screen).
2. If your computer is eligible, you'll see the option to upgrade to Windows 10.

In some cases, like in Windows 7, you may need to first download the SP1 update, before going to Windows 10. Do note that this could take a while.

In case you don't see any update, you will need to manually reserve a copy of Windows 10. You can do so by following these simple steps.

If you are a new user, you will have to pay for Windows 10 but if you own a licensed copy of Windows 7 or 8, then you can reserve your copy of Windows 10 today, and you can download it on launch day.

Reserving your copy of Windows 10 is simple, just follow these steps to get it done. First though, you need to install the latest Windows updates on your PC.

On Windows 8, you can do this by pressing Windows key+C > Settings > Change PC Settings.

1. Now click Update and recovery on the left pane. Hit the download or install button to update your PC.
2. On Windows 7, you can do this by clicking on the Start button, type update in the search box and clickWindows Update.
3. In the left pane, click Check for updates. Now select all updates and click Install updates.

After the updates are installed, the Get Windows 10 app should be installed on your computer. This app lets you reserve your copy of Windows 10. Here's how.

1. Click the Windows icon on the system tray.
2. Click Reserve your free upgrade.
3. Enter your email address to receive confirmation of your reservation.
4. Now you'll see a message that says your upgrade has been reserved. There's a Cancel reservationbutton on the bottom left here. You can click that if you wish to cancel your reservation.
5. If you can't wait for the upgrade to show up and don't mind making some effort, download the Windows 10 ISO as mentioned above and follow those steps to get Windows 10 right away.
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Alternatively, there's another way to force download the Windows 10 on your existing Windows 7 or Windows 8.x install - simply follow these steps.

Microsoft has finally launched its much anticipated Windows 10 operating system for consumers, and the free upgrade for users running Windows 7/ 8/ 8.1 has begun rolling out in waves in 190 countries. The company has opened a reservation system, and those who had reserved the upgrade are due to receive the upgrade via Windows Update starting Wednesday. However, there may be a way to force the download of the upgrade.

For those who do not want to wait, a method of manually forcing the Windows 10 update on PCs, laptops, and eligible tablets is now doing the rounds of the Web.

Highlighted first in a Reddit forum post (via VentureBeat), the six-step process is for Windows 7 SP1 andWindows 8.1 Update (Windows 8 users need to upgrade to Windows 8.1 Update to be eligible for the upgrade) users and does not require any high technical skills. Here are the steps:

• Navigate to "C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download" folder (You may have to substitute C drive letter with the drive Windows is installed on) and delete all the files.
• Press the Windows key to open Search and type "Windows Update", which would open Windows Update. Users can also navigate to the particular setting from the system's Control Panel.
• Again, press the Windows key to open Search bar and type "cmd". This will give a drop down ofCommand Prompt along with other related options. Do not select the Command Prompt option, but instead select Run as Administrator by right clicking on the option.
• Once the Administrator: Command Prompt box is opened, type "wuauclt.exe /updatenow" but do not press enter.
• Go back to previously opened Windows Update menu, and click on Check for updates option placed at the right side of the screen. Once clicked, Windows Update should show "Checking for updates...       
• Meanwhile, go back to the Command Prompt box and then press enter on the command typed before. You would then see Windows Update say it is downloading Windows 10.
• Note, the update is roughly 6GB in size, so users will need to check their data cap before downloading. Before installing the update, it is recommended to back up all the important files and folders already present in the system.

If the Windows 10 update does show, your computer will automatically begin to download the new updates and get you to the new operating system. Agree to all Microsoft's terms in the following prompts.

You purchase Windows 10 from a retail store (preferred option for Windows XP users)
1. Plug-in the Windows 10 USB drive to your computer or Insert Windows 10 disc to the DVD drive.
2. Reboot your computer.
3. Alter the standard boot preference to boot from your USB or DVD drive. You can do so by pressing the Esc key or F1 key before the booting process begins. It could vary depending on your motherboard manufacturer. 
4. Press any key to continue, and select Next on the following screen.
5. Click Install.
6. Select the first option if you prefer to keep your existing operating system and files. Select Custom if you want to replace your system's existing operating system with Windows 10.

In case if you're going with the second option, you will need to either install Windows 10 on existing partition, or delete one and then create a new partition first. In either case, you will find the options on your screen. Click Next when you're done.

You're using Windows 10 Developer Preview
You don't need to do anything. Microsoft will automatically download the latest update to your system and move you to the latest version of Windows 10.

How did you download and install Windows 10? Was your experience smooth or did you face issues? Let us know via the comments. 

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