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This article, updated to reflect Windows 10 version 1903 (aka May 2019 Update), covers the most common scenarios you're likely to encounter when installing, reinstalling, and activating Windows 10.
Is it still possible to upgrade a PC to Windows 10 from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1?
For the first year after the release of Windows 10, Microsoft offered free upgrades using the Get Windows 10 app, which appeared in the taskbar as a notification icon and in Windows Update. With the end of the free upgrade offer, the Get Windows 10 app is no longer available, and you cannot upgrade from an older Windows version using Windows Update.
The good news is that you can still upgrade to Windows 10 on a device that has a license for Windows 7 or Windows 8.1. You'll need to download the installation files and run the Setup program from within Windows or use the Upgrade Assistant available from Microsoft's accessibility page. For details, see 'Here's how you can still get a free Windows 10 upgrade.'
As of late April 2019, readers have confirmed to me that this procedure still works.
PCs that have a license to run Windows XP or Windows Vista are not eligible for a free upgrade to Windows 10.
Where can I get installation files for Windows 10?
If you've built a new PC or you're installing Windows 10 in a virtual machine on a Mac, you can purchase a license from third-party sellers or from Microsoft itself, via the Microsoft Store. Windows 10 Home costs $120 from Microsoft, and Windows 10 Pro costs $200. Prices from third-party sellers, including Amazon, are typically lower. Depending on how you purchase, you'll receive installation media (DVD or USB key) or a product key and instructions for downloading installation media.
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If you already have a Windows 10 product key or you are planning to reinstall Windows 10 on a machine that already has a digital license (more on that later), visit the Download Windows 10page and download the Media Creation Tool. This free download allows you to create a bootable USB flash drive directly.
As an alternative, I recommend that you download an ISO file instead. That file can be mounted directly in File Explorer (see 'Windows 10 tip: Mount and unmount any ISO file instantly' for instructions); an ISO file can also be used to create a bootable USB flash drive, a bootable DVD, or a virtual DVD drive mounted in a virtual machine.
After running the Media Creation Tool, choose Create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or ISO file) for another PC. By default, the pre-selected options choose an architecture (32-bit or 64-bit) that matches that of the current PC. Open the drop-down list shown here if you want to choose a different architecture or download an ISO file that includes both architectures.
The ISO file for an x86 (32-bit) edition is approximately 3 GB in size. The x64 (64-bit) edition is delivered as an ISO file approximately 4 GB in size. The combined installer is just over 6 GB in size.
Developers and IT pros with a Visual Studio (MSDN) subscription can download installation media in ISO format from the subscriber portal.
Windows 10 Enterprise editions are available through the Volume Licensing Service Center. A free 90-day trial edition is also available from the Microsoft Evaluation Center.
What's the most recent Windows 10 version?
Microsoft made Windows 10 version 1903 (also known as the Windows 10 May 2019 Update) available to the Release Preview ring of the Windows Insider Program on April 8, 2019, and plans to begin making it widely available to consumers via Windows Update sometime in May.
This major update succeeds the troubled version 1809 (also known as the Windows 10 October 2018 Update). That version was initially released on October 2, 2018, and then was pulled from Microsoft's servers several days later to address several serious bugs. It was re-released in mid-November 2018 and Microsoft declared it ready for widespread deployment by business customers on March 28, 2019. The previous version was 1803 (the Windows 10 April 2018 Update), which was released on April 30, 2018.
Business and enterprise customers who have opted to defer new releases work on a slightly different schedule, with feature updates (the official name for version upgrades) being released several months after the general release date.
In mid-2017, Microsoft revised its terminology for Windows as a Service, dropping the Current Branch and Current Branch for Business monikers. Version 1709 is the current Semi-Annual Channel release. It was declared ready for widespread adoption by business customers on January 18, 2018.
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For a full listing of release dates for major versions, see the official Windows 10 release information page.
Each major release is associated with a build number. The initial July 2015 release was build 10240. The build numbers of subsequent updates are as follows:
- Version 1511 - build 10586
- Version 1607 - build 14393
- Version 1703 - build 15063
- Version 1709 - build 16299
- Version 1803 - build 17134
- Version 1809 - build 17763
- Version 1903 - build 18362
A number after the major build number identifies the most recent update installed.
To check which version of Windows 10 is installed on a device, open Settings > System > About. As an alternative, you can click in the search box and type settings:about. The same information is also available using the winver command, which displays results in a compact About Windows dialog box.
The system shown below, for example, is running the May 2019 Update, version 1903, with the 2019-04 Cumulative Update applied.
Will Microsoft automatically update my PC to the latest release of Windows 10?
If you're currently running Windows 7 or 8.1, you will not be offered an upgrade to Windows 10.
If you are running any unmanaged edition of Windows 10 using default settings, these feature updates (the new, official terminology for what were once called upgrades) are delivered through Windows Update. In versions prior to 1903, feature updates download and install automatically. You can schedule the installation for a more convenient time or postpone it for a few days, but you cannot delay the update indefinitely.
Beginning with version 1903, Microsoft will offer feature updates for installation separately from security and reliability updates. The company says these updates will not be downloaded or installed automatically unless the current version is at or near the end of its support window. For more details about these changes, see 'Windows 10 Home edition users are big winners as Microsoft overhauls its update process.'
On systems running Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, or Education, you can delay the installation of a new feature update by moving to the Semi-Annual Channel. That delays the installation of a feature update such as Version 1903 until Microsoft declares it ready for widespread deployment by business customers, a designation that typically occurs a few months after the update is released to consumers.
In addition, you can use advanced options to delay feature updates by an additional period of up to 365 days. For instructions, see'Windows 10 May 2019 Update: Act fast to delay this big upgrade.'
When a feature update is released, it may take several weeks or months to roll out to the huge worldwide installed base of Windows 10 users, a process Microsoft calls 'throttling.' (For details, see 'Facing complaints, Microsoft adopts a kinder, gentler Windows 10 upgrade pace.')
Each feature update delivered through Windows Update requires roughly 3 GB of bandwidth and disk space. If your PC is running an outdated version (as might be the case if you restored it using the manufacturer's recovery media) and you don't want to wait for Windows Update, you can use the Windows 10 Update Assistant to get the latest version. Visit the Download Windows 10 page and click Update Now to start the process.
That action downloads a very small installer file that runs a compatibility check and then, assuming the device passes all compatibility tests, begins the full upgrade. The Update Assistant is a straightforward wizard that doesn't require technical knowledge to use; it does, however, require an administrator's credentials to install.
Do I need a product key to install or reinstall Windows 10?
If you upgrade over a properly activated copy of Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, you can run Setup from within your current Windows installation and you will not be prompted to enter a product key. After the upgrade is complete, your new copy of Windows 10 will be activated with what Microsoft calls a 'digital license.'
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If you are using bootable installation media to perform a clean install on a PC that previously had a properly activated copy of Windows 10, you do not need to enter a product key. (When you see the prompt to enter a key, click the I don't have a product key option.)
Because the PC received a digital license as part of its earlier upgrade, Windows 10 will be automatically activated after the installation is complete.
If you are using bootable installation media to perform a clean install on a PC that has never been upgraded to Windows 10 and activated, you will need to enter a product key. You can enter a product key from Windows 10 or from a matching edition of Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 8.1. Residents of the United States who don't own a qualifying Windows license can skip entering a product key and purchase a license online from the Windows Store after setup is complete.
How do digital licenses work?
When you upgrade over an existing, activated copy of Windows, the Setup program checks the current activation status. If it determines the installation is properly activated, it contacts a Microsoft activation server and generates a license certificate that is linked to that hardware. (A Microsoft account is not required for this step; the license is generated for the device, not for its owner.)
This automatic activation process is identical whether you use an ISO file to start the upgrade or do so from the downloaded upgrade files.
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After that first activation is complete, you can perform a clean install on that same hardware using Windows 10 installation media. As long as the hardware 'fingerprint' matches the previous installation ID, the installation is activated automatically. (Microsoft does not provide details of what goes into the hardware ID, except to confirm that it does not contain any personally identifiable information and is not used for tracking purposes.)
For details, see 'Microsoft quietly rewrites its activation rules for Windows 10.'
To check the activation status of a Windows 10 PC, open Settings > Update & Security > Activation.
How long does a Windows 10 upgrade take?
That's primarily dependent on the performance of your system. Windows Setup uses hardlinks to migrate data files, so the amount of data files shouldn't have a significant effect on install times. Beginning with version 1803, Microsoft has made some changes that speed the process up even more for the twice-yearly feature updates (see 'Windows 10 feature updates painfully slow? Relief is in sight').
In my experience, the update can take as little as 30 minutes and as much as two hours. Anything more than that indicates a problem.
Except for a few questions at the beginning, the upgrade process runs completely unattended.
What's the difference between Windows 10 and Windows 10 N?
The N editions of Windows lack media playback capabilities. Microsoft is required to offer these editions as part of a settlement in a European antitrust trial.
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Can Windows 10 Home be upgraded to Windows 10 Pro?
Yes. In fact, you can apply that upgrade using a spare key from an earlier edition of Windows, including Windows 7 Pro or Ultimate, Windows 8 Pro, or Windows 8.1 Pro. Follow the instructions in this article carefully: 'How to upgrade from Windows 10 Home to Pro for free.'
This procedure is especially useful when restoring Windows 10 on a system that originally shipped with Home edition and was manually upgraded to Pro. In this scenario, you might need to use a generic product key first to upgrade to Pro. After the upgrade is complete, you can activate using the stored digital license or a product key.
My upgrade is complete. Can I delete the setup files?
I recommend that you leave them for now, unless disk space is so tight that you absolutely must remove them.
The Windows.old folder contains files needed to roll back to your previous version if necessary. It will delete itself automatically in 10 days. You can do so manually by running Disk Cleanup Manager in administrator mode and choosing the option to remove your old Windows version. You can also perform the same action by going to to Settings > System > Storage; click the system drive and then select Temporary Files, where Previous Windows Installation(s) is an option.
But don't do this just because you like a tidy system.
To open Disk Cleanup Manager, click in the search box (next to the Start button) and type Cleanmgr. Right-click the Disk Cleanup entry at the top of the list and choose Run As Administrator.
The setup files themselves are in a hidden folder called C:$Windows.~BT. Because of the way Windows assigns permissions to these folders, you can't delete them from File Explorer but instead must use one of the previously mentioned system tools.
Having installation files available comes in handy if you need to reset your PC or if you are in the Windows Insider Program and need to roll back a build. I recommend that you leave them intact unless you're critically low on disk space.
Should I upgrade or do a clean install?
That's up to you. Windows 10 supports upgrades over Windows 7 Service Pack 1 or later as well as clean installs. To do a clean install, you will need bootable media.
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Can I set up Windows 10 as part of a dual- or multi-boot installation?
Yes, but only if you follow some strictly defined procedures.
First, you must boot from installation media and choose the Custom option in Setup.
Second, you must install Windows 10 on a separate disk partition or physical drive; if you choose the same partition that contains an existing Windows version, you will lose access to that Windows installation. (Your existing data files and all current Windows system files will be moved to the Windows.old folder.)
Windows 10 will add itself to the boot menu if you install it in a separate volume on a system that already has a previous version of Windows installed.
Is it possible to uninstall Windows 10?
Yes. For 10 days after the upgrade, you can roll back to your previous Windows version; if you experience problems, you'll find the option to roll back in Settings > Update & security > Recovery.
Can I install Windows 10 in a virtual machine?
Yes, as long as the virtualization software is compatible. On a PC, the desktop Hyper-V feature in Windows 10 Pro/Enterprise is ideal. On a Mac, you can use third-party software like Parallels Desktop
How do I send feedback to Microsoft?
You'll see occasional pop-up prompts that ask questions about your experience with Windows 10. You can click those tiles to send comments, or use the Feedback Hub app (you'll find it on the new Start menu.)
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Microsoft Cloud Big Data Analytics Innovation Tech and Work CollaborationWindows Media Player has been around in various forms for decades. While it used to be the default Windows media player, that’s changed for Windows 10. It now needs installing before it’s available and the method you use will depend on your Windows 10 version.
If you’re missing this classic Windows utility, we’re here to show you how to get it back quickly and for free. We’ll also offer up some alternative media players because Windows Media Player hasn’t been updated since 2009.
Where Has Windows Media Player Gone?
The quickest way to check if you have Windows Media Player 12 (the latest version) installed and enabled is to open the Start menu and search for it.
It comes as an “optional feature” for the majority of Windows 10 versions. However, Microsoft now disables it by default, so there’s every chance your search will yield no results.
There are also two versions of the operating system that don’t have it at all: Windows 10 N and Windows 10 NK.
This is because the European Commission ruled that Microsoft’s practice of pre-installing some software on their operating systems is anti-competitive. Thus, Microsoft was forced to offer alternative versions of Windows 10 that have some of these key features removed. Not only do they lack Windows Media Player, but they also exclude apps such as Video and Voice Recorder.
No matter your operating system version, we’ll show you how to install Windows Media Player for Windows 10—legally and for free.
How to Get Windows Media Player 12
It’s extremely simple to install Windows Media Player 12. The method you need will depend on your version of Windows 10.
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You need to download the Media Feature Pack from Microsoft’s official website.
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First, select your language using the dropdown, then click Download. You must then choose which version of the file you want to download. This depends on what bit version of Windows 10 you’re running.
To find this out, press Windows key + R, input dxdiag, and click OK. This will open the DirectX Diagnostic Tool. Look at the line Operating System and check if it reads 32-bit or 64-bit.
If you’re running 32-bit, tick to download
Microsoft-Windows-MediaFeaturePack-OOB-Package.msu
. If you’re running 64-bit, select the other file. Once ticked, click Next. You should then be prompted by your browser to Open with Windows Update Standalone Installer (default). With this selected, click OK to begin the installation.Follow the wizard through and the update will be installed. Along with installing Windows Media Player, this will also install other apps like Skype, Voice Recorder, and Groove Music. A full list of the additional features can be found on Microsoft’s support page.
Windows 10 Home and Pro
Windows Media Player comes included as an optional feature with these versions of Windows 10, but it needs to be enabled.
To do so, press Windows key + I to open Settings. Go to Apps > Manage optional features > Add a feature.
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Scroll down to Windows Media Player and select it. Click Install.
Job done! Go back a page and you’ll see it on the list of installed optional features. You can also uninstall it from here, should you ever wish to.
Alternatives to Windows Media Player
Some people consider Windows Media Player to be an annoying Windows feature they don’t need. If that’s you then you’ll likely want an alternative audio and video playing software. Happily, there are a number of free and great alternatives to Windows Media Player.
One of the best media players you can download is VLC media player. This open source cross-platform software will run pretty much any audio or video file that you throw at it thanks to its huge amount of video codec supportAll You Need to Know about Video Codecs, Containers, and CompressionAll You Need to Know about Video Codecs, Containers, and CompressionExplaining the difference between codecs and containers is relatively simple, but hard part is attempting to understand each format.Read More.
VLC can play video files, webcams, streams and more. It’s also very lightweight and fast.
Other good free choices are Winamp, which boasts great visualization and interface customization, and MusicBee, which is a powerful music manager that also supports podcasts and radio.
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Alternately, you could use other default Windows applications. These were designed with Windows 10 in mind and offer a more modern user interface. For video, do a system search for Films & TV. For audio, do a system search for Groove Music. The latter also comes with a store and streaming service, but you can just use it to manage your local music collection if you desire.
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If you’ve been missing Windows Media Player in your life, hopefully you’ve now been able to install it on your system. Microsoft may remove support for it entirely in the future, but for now it’s here to stay.
Remember, you don’t have to use Windows Media Player if it doesn’t suit your needs. In fact, there are probably better players out there since Microsoft’s offering has fallen by the wayside.
If you want more alternatives, check our article on the best free media players for Windows5 Best Free Media Players for Windows5 Best Free Media Players for WindowsThe best media player for you is the one you most enjoy using. Here are the best free media player apps to consider on Windows.Read More and the best free music players for WindowsThe 5 Best Free Music Players for WindowsThe 5 Best Free Music Players for WindowsDownloading music still has its benefits. For one, you can play music even when you don't have internet access. But which music player should you use? Find the best free music players here.Read More.
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- Windows Media Player was causing me nothing but issues on Windows 10. Problems with the database, problems playing files and problems with DNLA server. I removed it. I replaced it with iTunes and VLC. The only piece missing was DNLA server. I use the DIVX media server. I have read that WMP will not be supported in the future ... not sure if that is true.
- No longer works for latest build of Windows 10 Pro N. Tried both x86 and x64. Runs the update but nothing gets installed.
- This use to work. However, updating to the Creators update of Windows 10, removes the Media Feature Pack for those with the 'N' version, and will not allow you to re-installed.
- Under the heading 'Alternatives to Windows Media Player' you've listed one, basically - VLC. The other is just the built-in player, Groove.Don't get me wrong, VLC is an excellent video player but it's not really a suitable replacement for WMP for music. VLC has no music browser, for e.g., a lot of people feel they need that. I use VLC as a back-up video player (it's ugly and far from smooth and fast most of the time) but I use Foobar2000 as my WMP replacement (and have since WMP 11) as, although its as ugly as VLC it is also likewise skinnable so I can match it to my PC theme. It is very versatile and extensible.Winamp is another such free alternative which is also skinnable and extensible.MusicBee is another similar free programme (which is particularly well matched to Windows 10's Metro app theme).Just thought I'd offer some actual alternative players (plural) other than the default and the old default plus VLC.
- 'If you’re running 32-bit, tick to download Microsoft-Windows-MediaFeaturePack-OOB-Package_x64.msu. If you’re running 64-bit, select the other file.'
Whoops...you need the x86 version for 32-bit Windows.- What I was thinking--the writer must know little about the Windows eco-system and numeric values. And VLC is the only alternative? Hmmm . . . may want to do some homework, Joe.
- To the pinhead who that wrote the above direction, drop that Ivy League Community College Degree and go somewhere where they using a dude with shit for brains like yourself.
- There's no reason to be an abusive jerk. Can we get this guy moderated down here, please?