Microsoft with an email alerts everyone who is waiting to install Windows 10. The message not only attempts to reassure, but all those who stand in the queue, but also answers some frequently asked questions of those who are directly concerned.
The company says:
You have already booked, so the free αναβάθμιση θα είναι σύντομα διαθέσιμη. Αυτή είναι η μεγαλύτερη αναβάθμιση λογισμικού που έγινε ποτέ και τη διαχειριζόμαστε έτσι ώστε να εξασφαλίσουμε μια καταπληκτική εμπειρία για όλους.
The upgrade notification could come in just a few days or weeks.
In the meantime, you can always check the status of the upgrade in Get Windows 10. You can find the app by clicking on the Windows icon at the bottom right of the taskbar.
Below are some common questions about the upgrade process.
When will I receive my free upgrade?
What if I have more than one Windows device? Can I upgrade to all?
Windows Offer Details
Yes, free! This upgrade offer is for a full and no test version of Windows 10. 3GB download required and Internet access charges apply. To take advantage of this free offer, you must upgrade to Windows 10 within a year of their availability. As long as you upgrade, you'll get Windows 10 for free on that device.
The Windows 10 upgrade offer applies to appropriate Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 devices, including devices that you already own. Certain hardware / software requirements apply, and the availability of features may vary by device and market.
The availability of the Windows 10 upgrade for Windows Phone 8.1 devices may vary depending on the device manufacturer or the fixed or mobile network. Devices must be connected to the Internet and actively have Windows Update. Charges may apply from your Internet service provider. Windows 7 SP1 and Windows 8.1 Update are required.
Some versions are excluded: Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8 / 8.1 Enterprise, and Windows RT / RT 8.1.
Customers with Active Software Assurance with Bulk Licenses have the privilege of upgrading to Windows 10 corporate products beyond this offer. For compatibility information and other important installation information, visit your device manufacturer's website and the Windows 10 Specification page. Windows 10 is automatically updated. Over time, other requirements for updates will apply. Please refer to the Windows 10 Upgrade page for details.
Download 3GB. Internet access charges may apply. In a mobile Internet connection, the service provider charges based on the amount of data sent and received from your computer. Windows 10 is a large file, its size is about 3 GB. Before you start downloading on a bulk Internet connection, be sure to:
(1) Check your current usage and then determine if this download involves additional charges.
(2) Take enough time to complete the download. Most Internet broadcaster owners complete the download in one to two hours, but the download times will vary depending on the connection speed and other factors.
You must have the latest version of Windows 7 (Service Pack 1) to get the free upgrade to Windows 10 via Windows Update.
You must have the latest version of Windows 8 (Windows 8.1 Update) to get the free upgrade to Windows 10 via Windows Update.
The availability of the upgrade to Windows 10 for Windows Phone 8.1 devices may vary depending on the device manufacturer or the mobile network.
It also applies to Windows 8.1 versions for specific countries, Windows 8.1 for one language, and Windows 8.1 for Bing.
If you have Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 8 Pro with Media Center, or Windows 8.1 Pro with Media Center and you install Windows 10, Windows Media Center will be removed. For a limited time ("eligible period"), on systems upgraded to Windows 10 from one of these oldτερες εκδόσεις των Windows («κατάλληλο σύστημα»), θα εγκατασταθεί εφαρμογή αναπαραγωγής DVD («Windows DVD player»).
Note: the Windows DVD Player may not be installed immediately. It will be installed after the first successful Windows Update. The Windows DVD Player will be available for purchase from the Window Store for systems which
(i) are appropriate systems but the eligible period has elapsed,
(ii) are inadequate systems,
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(iii) were appropriate systems, but then a clean installation of Windows 10 (in which case Windows Update can not determine if the system was suitable earlier).
