Now available the first beta of Windows 10 A preliminary version called Technical preview. You can download any. See how to do and how to install later on your PC.
How to download the beta of Windows 10?
How to download the beta of Windows 10?![]()
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For now it is only in English, Portuguese and Chinese. I include links to the English version. Put the Spaniards as Microsoft makes them available. There are both 32 or 64 bits. Download the one you prefer by following the appropriate link below. If you're confused, choose the 32-bit version.
What to do after
Either you download is an ISO image of Windows 10 you have three basic options for installing it on your computer. IMPORTANT:
Before you read should follow three important things to talk down. 'If at some point you need to enter the license number of the new Windows, use this: NKJFK-GPHP7-G8C3J-P6JXR-HQRJR.
OPTION 1: Install it as a virtual machine
is the best. So you keep your current Windows and your files and programs. Use program such as VirtualBox virtual machines. It's free. See here the steps to install Windows in VirtualBox . IMPORTANT: The steps that link are for Windows 8, but is almost the same with the new Windows. Stick to calling Windows 10 to your virtual machine instead of Windows 8 ISO and load the Windows 10 when appropriate. In this case you can also choose to install only in English and the Windows wizard will also be in English.
OPTION 2: Install it on a separate partition of your PC
is the second best alternative if the above does not work for whatever reason. This option also preserves your current Windows and your stuff. In this case you install the new Windows in a separate part of the disk (a partition other than the one where your Windows is installed). You will have what is called a dual system in which you can choose which Windows boot. 'Do this: