Step-by-Step Guide to installing Windows 10 Pro on a computer or laptop:

1. installing Windows Check System Requirements
   • Make sure your computer or laptop meets the minimum system requirements for Windows 10 Pro. These typically include a compatible processor, RAM, and available storage space.installing Windows
2. Backup Your Data:
   • Before starting the installation process, it’s important to back up any important data on your computer to prevent data loss.
3. Obtain a Windows 10 Pro Installation Media:
   • You can obtain a Windows 10 Pro installation media in several ways:
     • If you have a retail copy of Windows 10 Pro, you can use the installation disc.
     • If you purchased a digital copy, you can download the installation files from the Microsoft website.
     • If your computer came with Windows 10 Pro pre-installed and you need to reinstall it, you might have a recovery partition or recovery USB provided by the manufacturer.
4. Create Installation Media (if necessary):

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1. If you have a digital copy of installing Windows 10 Pro, you’ll need to create installation media. This can be done using a USB flash drive (at least 8GB) or a blank DVD.
   • Download the Windows 10 Media Creation Tool from the Microsoft website.
   • Run the tool and follow the on-screen instructions to create a bootable USB drive or DVD with the Windows 10 Pro installation files.

1. Insert Installation Media:
   • Insert the installing Windows 10 Pro installation media (USB drive or DVD) into your computer’s USB port or DVD drive.
2. Boot from Installation Media:
   • Restart your computer.
   • During the startup process, access the BIOS or UEFI settings by pressing the appropriate key (usually F2, F10, F12, or Del) depending on your computer’s manufacturer.
   • In the BIOS or UEFI settings, change the boot order to prioritize the installation media (USB drive or DVD).
   • Save the changes and exit the BIOS or UEFI settings.
3. Start the Installation:
   • Your computer should now boot from the installing Windows 10 Pro installation media.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to begin the installation process.
   • You’ll be prompted to choose language, time, currency, and keyboard preferences.
4. Enter Product Key (if prompted):
   • If you have a product key for Windows 10 Pro, enter it when prompted. If you don’t have a product key, you can skip this step for now.
5. Accept License Terms:
   • Read and accept the Microsoft Software License Terms.
6. Choose Installation Type:
   • Select “Custom: installing Windows only (advanced)” to perform a clean installation. This will erase everything on the selected drive.
7. Select Installation Drive:
   • Choose the drive where you want to install Windows 10 Pro. If you have multiple drives, select the one where you want to install the operating system.
8. Wait for Installation to Complete:
   • The installation process may take some time to complete. Your computer will restart several times during the installation.

1. Set Up Windows 10:
   • After the installation is complete, follow the on-screen instructions to set up Windows 10 Pro.
   • This includes configuring settings such as region, keyboard layout, account setup, and network configuration.
2. Install Drivers and Updates:
   • Once Windows 10 Pro is installed, you may need to install drivers for your hardware components (e.g., graphics card, network adapter).
   • Check for Windows updates to ensure your system is up to date with the latest security patches and features.
3. Restore Data:
   • If you backed up your data earlier, you can now restore it to your computer.
4. Activation (if necessary):
   • If you skipped entering a product key during installation, you’ll need to activate Windows 10 Pro.
   • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Activation, and follow the prompts to activate Windows.

That’s it! You’ve successfully installed Windows 10 Pro on your computer or laptop.