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Even though we're coming up on four years since Windows 11 officially launched, a huge chunk of people still aren't quite ready to leave Windows 10 for good. While a considerable number of them choose to stick with Windows 10 because of complaints they have with the operating system itself, some simply have no choice — their PCs don't meet Windows 11's hardware requirements.
Microsoft's solution to this issue is simple: just buy a new PC. Despite actively pushing users to purchase new hardware, the company hasn't made the process of migrating from your old PC to a new one all that seamless. Well, that's finally changing with an upcoming Windows 11 update.
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Today, Microsoft announced the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4161 (KB5058515) update for the Beta Channel, for PCs running Windows 11 version 24H2. The update introduces new text actions in Click to Do for Copilot+ PCs and more lock-screen widget options.
However, what's more exciting (though the release notes didn’t make it obvious at first glance) is that Microsoft is finally rolling out a feature that’ll make transferring your files and settings from your old PC to a new one simpler. According to the release notes, the new PC migration experience will allow you to transfer your files and settings during the PC’s setup process.
Though Microsoft went pretty light on the details about the experience, they mentioned that the Windows Backup app will give users a first look at how the migration will work, with them able to see the landing and pairing pages that kick off the process. They also mentioned they’re releasing it in phases "for a smooth experience" and plan on providing more details soon.
While this feature is now being launched in beta, Microsoft has been quietly testing it to improve PC-to-PC migration. A few weeks ago, we reported that a renowned Windows leaker posted screenshots of a new Windows Migration flow in a Dev build — which fits the description Microsoft just gave us.
In those screenshots, it looked like all you need to do to begin the transfer process is ensure both PCs are connected to the same Wi-Fi network, launch the transfer tool on both sides, and then enter a code. For now, the tidbits Microsoft is ready to show the world are gradually rolling out to Windows Insiders.
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