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#1018 - How Do I Go Back to Windows 10 From Windows 11?
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Windows 10?

Even though Windows 11 has been out for quite some time now, a) Windows 10 is still more popular, and b) some folks using Windows 11 would like to revert to Windows 10.

Can do. Exactly how depends on a couple of things, and can be very easy, or very hard.

How Do I Go Back to Windows 10 From Windows 11? has the information you need.

Also this week

  • Labels versus folders.
  • Another tool to help repair Windows.
  • Two-factor codes out of the blue.
  • The cloud: use it, but don't lose it.

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    How Do I Go Back to Windows 10 From Windows 11?

    How Do I Go Back to Windows 10 From Windows 11?
    With a little bit of work.

    Yes, you can still go back to Windows 10 from Windows 11. It just may not be easy.
    Read: How Do I Go Back to Windows 10 From Windows 11?

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    What to Do With an Unexpected Two-factor Code

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    Using the DISM Command Prompt Tool to Repair Windows

    DISM is a tool included with Windows that can repair some types of Windows corruption.
    Watch: Using the DISM Command Prompt Tool to Repair Windows

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    How Do I Go Back to Windows 10 From Windows 11?

    Yes, you can still go back to Windows 10 from Windows 11. It just may not be easy.
    Watch: How Do I Go Back to Windows 10 From Windows 11?

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    How Do Gmail Labels Relate to Folders?

    Gmail labels are similar to folders, but there are a couple of important differences to know if you use a desktop email program to access Gmail.
    Watch: How Do Gmail Labels Relate to Folders?

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