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Installing Windows 10: A Step-by-Step Guide

Note: Keep in mind that the process may vary depending on your computer.

Plug in the USB to begin the following steps:

  1. Restart your computer and, when the manufacturer's logo shows up, press the BOOT menu key, usually F2, F10, F11, F12 or Del, to open the menu.
  2. Set the boot order to USB.
    3. Note: The setup key may vary by PC model. Your computer will indicate the key you should use at that point.
  3. After booting the PC, a screen will appear saying Press any key to boot from CD or DVD.
    4. Note: Ensure the USB is set as the primary device.
  4. Once in the setup program, choose your language, time format, currency, and input method, then click Next.
  5. Click the Install now button.
  6. If prompted, enter your Windows 10 key.
  7. Read and accept the Windows 10 license terms and click Next.
  8. On the next screen, select Custom: Install Windows only (advanced).
  9. In the next box, choose the drive where you want to install Windows 10.
    10. Note: To determine which hard drive to select, refer to the Total Size column and pick the drive with the most space in GB.
  10. Click Next, and Windows will begin installing on your PC.
  11. After installation, the setup will first ask for your region or country. Search for it, select it, and click Yes.
  12. Choose the appropriate keyboard layout and click Yes.
  13. If you don't want to add a second keyboard layout, click Skip.
  14. Sign in with a Microsoft account by entering your email and password, then click Next.
  15. Now you'll Create a PIN. Enter an easy-to-remember password and click Next.
  16. Next, choose your privacy settings. For details on each option, select More information, then click Accept.
  17. In the customise your experience step, select the activities you'll use your PC for to receive tailored ads and suggestions, or click Skip if you prefer.
  18. In the Link your Android phone step, click No thanks.
  19. Click Decline for the Office 365 free trial.
  20. Click Decline for the 100 GB of OneDrive storage if you don't want it.
  21. At this point, you can decide if you want to subscribe to Game Pass; if not, click No thanks.
  22. Optionally, use Cortana to set up your PC, or click Not now.
  23. After a few minutes, your desktop will appear, indicating that you have successfully installed Windows 10.

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