There are two options to use listed below that will allow you to upgrade to windows 11. Please ensure you have backed up all important files and have a stable internet connection before proceeding with the upgrade. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to your IT department or use the resources provided by Microsoft Support. Using Software Center To upgrade to Windows 11, you can use the Windows 11 upgrade tool available within the Software Center > Operating Systems on your device. Simply click the button, and the upgrade will proceed. It takes approximately 45 minutes to download over a wired connection and about 15-20 minutes to restart and install the upgrade. Most applications compatible with Windows 10 should work with Windows 11. If your device is not compatible, work with your department's tech coordinator or administrative assistant to order a Windows 11 compatible device. Using The Web To upgrade to windows 11 using the web, you can go to https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows11 and download the windows 11 Installation Assistant (as seen below) Once the download has finished open the file and press next If you do not have a PC that meets the Windows 11 requirements you will get this message below. (In this instance your department will need to purchase you a new machine to get you upgraded to meet UND policy) If you computer displays the following picture you can skip to step 9 The next step is to check compatibility (this may not come up for all users) You will need to click on the Get PC Health Check app on the screen below Your computer will then download a file and click on the download You will need to accept the terms and then click install Once the app is opened you will click “Check Now” and then will get the warning that “Your school manages this PC” You will then close this program, click the “Refresh button” on the Installation Assistant and “Accept and Install” You should get screen indicting that Windows 11 is downloading, verifying, and then installing It should then ask you to restart and will show you a countdown timer until it restarts automatically. The computer will then restart multiple times and finish installing windows 11