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Rufus - https://rufus.ie/en/

Windows 11 ISO page - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows11

In this episode of Critical Rig PC Gamer's hardware overlord Dave James shows you how to install Windows 11 without needing a Microsoft account. This step by step guide will walk you through the whole process.

Whether it's a need to update from Windows 10 before the looming deadline, a DIY home built set up, a reinstall, or just time to burn the old OS, Dave is here to help.

0:00 - Introduction
01:17 - Step 1: Backup if you've got to
02:00 - Step 2: Grab your ISO
02:56 - Step 3: Grab Rufus & a USB stick
03:40 - Step 4: Put it all together
04:45 - Step 5: Drivers
05:29 - Step 6: Install
06:58 - Step 7: The newness
08:00 - Step 8: Get drivers & restore your backups

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