While there’s more than one way to install Windows 10 on your computer, the easiest method is to use Windows Update. The installation will preserve all your personal files and installed programs. Microsoft also provides the tools to upgrade your OS. In this post we will see the easiest way to upgrade you existing OS to Windows 10. I have got the Windows 10 enterprise edition downloaded. Before you plan to upgrade to Windows 10, back up all your files and data just in case. You just need to follow the below steps perform an upgrade.

1) Download the Windows 10 Enterprise Evaluation ISO file for your operating system from the TechNet Evaluation Center.
2) Create installation media by burning the ISO file to a DVD disc, or by extracting the contents to a USB flash drive. Insert the media and you will see the below screen.

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10

On the first screen you could choose to Download and install updates. For now I will choose not right now and click Next.

Install and Update Third Party Applications with Patch My PC
Install and Update Third Party Applications with Patch My PC

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10

On the Ready to install page, click on Install.

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10

Choose what to keep – Select Keep personal files only. If you want no old data to be seen after upgrade then select Nothing. Click Next.

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10

Click on Accept.

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10

The windows 10 installation would take few minutes to complete.

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10

Restarting….

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10

Wow the apps look really interesting, on this screen click on Next.

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10

Click on Use Express Settings.

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10

So, here is how Windows 10 looks.

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10

A quick check about Windows 10.

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10

In the coming posts we will see more ways to upgrade your current OS to Windows 10. Meanwhile if you have got any questions, do write in comments.

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Prajwal Desai

Prajwal Desai is a technology expert and 10 time Dual Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) with a strong focus on Microsoft Intune, SCCM, Windows 365, Enterprise Mobility, and Windows. He is a renowned author, speaker, & community leader, known for sharing his expertise & knowledge through his blog, YouTube, conferences, webinars etc.