Windows 11 version 23H2 is Microsoft's latest client operating system, planned
to be released on the 10 of October 2023.
It includes some major upgrades that Insiders would be enjoying right now.
If you want to upgrade to Windows 11 2023, there are 4 ways to go about it.
You can download an I S O image to perform clean installations.
This can be done using Microsoft’s direct links or from the Media Creation Tool.
If you do not want to perform clean installations, you can perform in-place
upgrades directly from the Windows Update Settings page, or using the
Microsoft Installation Assistant.
To start, you can directly download the Windows 11 I S O file from Microsoft's
official Windows 11 download page.
Open the web page, choose the Windows 11 I S O disk image, then choose your preferred
language, and initiate the download of the 64-bit Windows 11 23H2 I S O.
Alternatively, you can use the Media Creation Tool provided by Microsoft to
download the Windows 11 23H2 I S O image.
After downloading and running the tool, you'll need to accept the license terms,
specify I S O download options and language, choose a download location,
and begin the download process.
Once you've downloaded the Windows 11 I S O using any of the above
methods, you can create a bootable USB drive for installation.
This involves plugging in an 8GB or larger USB flash drive, downloading
and running tools like Rufus or Ventoy, selecting the USB drive and Windows 11
I S O file, customizing the settings, and creating the bootable USB drive.
Once you have the bootable USB drive, you proceed with the installation process.
Ensure your PC meets the minimum Windows 11 requirements, insert
the bootable USB drive, access the One Time Boot Menu, and boot from the USB.
Follow the on-screen instructions to install Windows 11 version 23H2,
including partitioning and setup.
For those who prefer to upgrade without performing a clean installation, Windows
Update offers a convenient option.
Ensure your PC meets the minimum requirements, access the Windows
Update settings page, check for available updates, and if eligible,
download and install Windows 11 version 23H2 through Windows Update.
Another method involves using the Windows 11 Installation Assistant, which
guides you through the upgrade process.
You'll need to download the Installation Assistant, use the PC Health Check
app to verify hardware compatibility, and then return to the Installation
Assistant to initiate the upgrade with a few on-screen instructions.
It's important to note that performing a clean install using an I S O image
will erase the operating system partition, whereas an in-place upgrade
retains existing data and settings.
Users can choose the method that best suits their needs to upgrade to Windows
11 23H2 when it becomes available.