While Microsoft continues to direct users to Windows 11, it does not forget to end support for older generation operating systems. Finally, Windows 7 and Windows 8 activation codes are banned from being used in Windows 11. This shows that the free pass is over.
Windows 11 activation can no longer be done via Windows 7 and 8
Since the release of Windows 10 in 2015, Microsoft has been allowing users with Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 licenses to upgrade at no extra cost. However, it was determined that this upgrade also benefits Windows 11.
Microsoft has finally pulled the plug on this unofficial upgrade option. In the statement sent by the company to the manufacturers, it was stated that free upgrades from Windows 7 and 8 to newer versions will not be possible.
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Tests made by Windows users show that Windows 7 and 8 keys Windows 11 22H2 update He showed that he could still activate it. However, it was stated that new Insider or preview builds reject the old keys.
This means Windows 11 will no longer allow free upgrades with Windows 7/8 keys. However, it should be noted that you can switch to Windows 11 with the Windows 10 activation code.
The closure of the unofficial upgrade path means users have to purchase new licenses to upgrade to Windows 10 or 11. Let us remind you that old operating systems may create security and compatibility problems.
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