A Windows 10 Update Licensing Question.

[KJakker]

I have a question about the offered Windows 10 update with regard to the Windows 10 license. Is it possible for me to get the free Win 10 update for each of the four eligible computers in my house, two laptops and two desktops, as a Windows 10 licence key without having to install the OS? That is, can I get Windows 10 now while it is offered free but have the option to wait on installing Windows 10 until I want to install it on any of my computers?

[+Fubar512]

Yes. Download it now, and install it later.

 

http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki/windows_10-windows_install/how-to-download-official-windows-10-iso-files/35cde7ec-5b6f-481c-a02d-dadf465df326

[KJakker]

Thanks!

[+DoctorQuest]

I think this is the key point......

 

Please be aware that you cannot use the free upgrade offer to perform a clean install on first attempt. You must first upgrade from the qualifying version of Windows 7 or Windows 8/8.1 (whether you do it through Windows Update or using the .ISO file). Ensure the upgrade is completed successfully and then ensure that it is activated. You can then proceed to do a clean install by using recovery media or using the Reset function in Start > Settings > Update & Security > Recovery > Reset this PC (Get Started).

 

I, too, am going to wait a bit. My wife's new laptop came with Win 10 so I have an install to get familiar with. 

[RUSTYMORLEY]

Whilst we are on the subject of upgrading to Windows 10, can anyone tell me if Strike Fighters series 1 games will run with Windows 10. The reason I ask is - the last time I upgraded from Windows 7 to 8.1 - I lost some of my games which would not function with 8.1 and I don,t want to risk losing any of my games again. !!!