Windows Installation Lesson 002) Upgrade Considerations

What are the main things to consider when doing an OS update?

Hardware compatibility, application and driver support, backup files and user preferences, and third-party drivers.

What is the primary concern when upgrading to a new OS on older hardware?

Hardware requirements.

When it comes to processing, what is important to consider when upgrading from Windows 10 to Windows 11?

If it is a 32-bit or 64-bit, due to the latest version being x64 only.

Application and Driver Support

Verify that the OS supports the peripherals and drivers needed.

What happens if Windows 11 doesn’t provide driver support for a device?

It will be stuck on Windows 10.

What should be ran before upgrading from Windows 10 to Windows 11?

PC health check.

What is an alternative option to not upgrading to Windows 11 due to lack of support for device drivers?

Get something newer.

Backups and User Preferences

Always run this first before doing any sort of OS installation or updates.

What is required for some devices to function efficiently when connected to an OS?

Third-party drivers.

What is a common issue concerning RAIDs in a Windows OS?

Lack of driver support.

What is the main cause of network cards not being able to connect to the network on Windows?

Lack of driver support.