How to Install Windows 10 for Beginners

Windows 10 is the latest version of the Microsoft Windows operating system. If you are a beginner and want to install Windows 10 on your computer, then you have come to the right place. In this article, we will guide you through the process of installing Windows 10 step by step. We will cover different methods of installation, including using a flash drive and doing a clean install.

Method 1: Installing Windows 10 using a Flash Drive

Installing Windows 10 using a flash drive is one of the easiest and fastest methods. Here are the steps you need to follow:

Step 1: Download Windows 10

First, you need to download the Windows 10 ISO file from Microsoft’s website. The ISO file is a disk image that contains all the files needed to install Windows 10. You can download the ISO file from this link. Make sure to select the correct version and edition of Windows 10 that matches your computer’s hardware and architecture.

Step 2: Prepare the Flash Drive

After downloading the ISO file, you need to prepare the flash drive. You will need a flash drive with at least 8GB of storage. Here are the steps to prepare the flash drive:

1. Insert the flash drive into your computer.
2. Open File Explorer and right-click on the flash drive.
3. Select “Format…” from the dropdown menu.
4. In the Format window, select “FAT32” as the file system.
5. Click “Start” to format the flash drive.
6. After formatting, close the Format window and open File Explorer.
7. Locate the Windows 10 ISO file you downloaded earlier.
8. Right-click on the ISO file and select “Mount”.
9. Copy all the files from the mounted ISO to the flash drive.

Your flash drive is now ready for the Windows 10 installation process.

Step 3: Boot from the Flash Drive

After preparing the flash drive, you need to boot your computer from it. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Insert the flash drive into your computer and restart your computer.
2. While the computer is restarting, press the appropriate key to enter the BIOS or UEFI firmware.
3. Navigate to the “Boot” tab and select the flash drive from the boot options.
4. Save the changes and exit the BIOS or UEFI firmware.
5. Your computer will now boot from the flash drive.

Step 4: Install Windows 10

After booting from the flash drive, you can now proceed to install Windows 10. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Select your language, time zone, and other preferences.
2. Enter the product key (if required) or skip this step.
3. Select “Install Now”.
4. Accept the license terms and click “Next”.
5. Select “Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)”.
6. Select the disk or partition where you want to install Windows 10.
7. Click “Next” to start the installation process.
8. Wait for the installation process to complete.
9. When prompted, enter your username and password.
10. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the setup process.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Windows 10 using a flash drive.

Method 2: Doing a Clean Install of Windows 10

If you want to do a clean install of Windows 10, which means wiping out all the existing data and applications on your computer, then this method is for you. Here are the steps you need to follow:

Step 1: Backup Your Data

Before doing a clean install of Windows 10, you need to backup your personal data, such as documents, photos, and videos, to an external hard drive or cloud storage. This is important because all the data on your computer will be erased during the installation process.

Step 2: Create a Windows 10 Installation Media

After backing up your data, you need to create a Windows 10 installation media, either on a flash drive or DVD. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Go to the Windows 10 download page.
2. Click “Download tool now” to download the Media Creation Tool.
3. Run the Media Creation Tool and select “Create installation media for another PC”.
4. Select your language, edition, and architecture.
5. Select “USB flash drive” or “ISO file” as the media type.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to create the installation media.

Step 3: Boot from the Installation Media

After creating the installation media, you need to boot your computer from it. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Insert the installation media into your computer and restart your computer.
2. While the computer is restarting, press the appropriate key to enter the BIOS or UEFI firmware.
3. Navigate to the “Boot” tab and select the installation media from the boot options.
4. Save the changes and exit the BIOS or UEFI firmware.
5. Your computer will now boot from the installation media.

Step 4: Install Windows 10

After booting from the installation media, you can now proceed to install Windows 10. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Select your language, time zone, and other preferences.
2. Enter the product key (if required) or skip this step.
3. Select “Install Now”.
4. Accept the license terms and click “Next”.
5. Select “Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)”.
6. Select the disk or partition where you want to install Windows 10.
7. Click “Next” to start the installation process.
8. Wait for the installation process to complete.
9. When prompted, enter your username and password.
10. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the setup process.

Congratulations! You have successfully done a clean install of Windows 10.

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