According to the latest Windows report: 'Users with activated Windows 7 licenses can upgrade to Windows 10 and receive a free digital license.' In other words, you cannot do this without a valid Windows 7 or 8 license.
To upgrade to Windows 10, follow these steps:
- Choose the upgrade option to keep your files. Make sure not to select Fresh install. Opting for a new installation through the Media Creation Tool will forfeit the free Windows 10 upgrade.
- After installing Windows 10, go to Windows Update and select Activation. Once your computer is linked to the Microsoft server, you'll receive a digital license.
- Explore more: How to Install Windows 10
Additionally, if you own an older Windows PC, you can officially run Chrome OS and extend its lifespan. Google quietly acquired Neverware, the company behind CloudReady, allowing Windows users to smoothly install and use Chrome OS. So, if you have a PC running Win 7 or XP that's still performing well, you can transform it into a Chromebook.
Moreover, there's recent news about Spotify being exploited with vulnerabilities for uploading pirated songs disguised as Podcasts. For more details on this information, you can check the article here.
