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How to fix Windows 10/11 upgrade stuck on getting updates
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Once upon a time, Microsoft offered users the opportunity toupgrade to Windows 10for free.
Years have passed since the free upgrade offer expired, but the good news is that you can still install Windows 10 on your computer completely for free.
All you need to do is download theWindows 10 update assistanton your machine, and follow the on-screen instructions – it’s that simple.
Even tough the process is quite straightforward and easy to implement, at least in theory, many of us came across an unpleasant situation.
The upgrade itself froze for hours on end, checking for updates. We figured there might be plenty of users out there facing the same issue, which is why we came up with these simple steps to help you with your stubborn update for Windows 10.
How can I fix a Windows 10 that is stuck on getting updates?
Nobody knows for sure why this upgrade loophole still exists. Microsoft has yet to issue any comments on this situation. Some rumors suggest that Microsoft wants to reward curious users who visit the upgrade page even today.
After all, the company wants to see as many computers as possible on Windows 10, so why remove this opportunity? Either way, it’s highly unlikely that Microsoft simply forgot to shut down the Windows 10 upgrade channel.
Do not hesitate to share your thoughts and experience on this topic by hitting the comments’ box below – we would love to keep in touch.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina Dinita
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Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
