Tutorial – Windows 11: how to check the compatibility of your PC – Digital Technology

First prerequisite for your PC to obtain the update to Windows 11, it must simply be under Windows 10 version 2004 or later. To find out which version of Windows 10 is currently installed, go to Settings> System> About.

You also need to make sure you have an up-to-date Windows 10 machine. To do this, go to Start> Settings> Update & security.

Manual verification

Once your PC has been updated, in the Update and security menu, you should see an indication on the right appearing concerning a possible switch to Windows 11: PC compatible or not compatible. It is also possible to Get a PC health check, which links to the tool put online by Microsoft in order to check the compatibility of your PC.

PC Health Check: Microsoft’s tool to the rescue

For less sophisticated users, Microsoft offers compatibility software called PC Health Check. After installing it on your PC and launching, just click on Check Now.

If your PC is compatible for updating to Windows 11, a window will appear specifying the good news. You will just have to go to Windows Update to proceed with the update if you wish.

However, if your PC is not compatible, Microsoft’s tool then explains the points that prevent the transition to Windows 11.