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If Windows ever has trouble launching, Recovery Drive lets you back up essential system files to an external USB drive to help Windows boot.

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Don't throw away your laptop: How to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware

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This custom Windows build is faster than stock and isn't sketchy to install

I went off the official path and still landed on a Windows install I’d recommend.

DIY Steam Machine : Dual-Boot SteamOS & Windows on a Budget 1440p Gaming Rig

Build a budget-friendly gaming PC optimized for Steam OS using mid-range components like the Intel Core i5-11600K CPU, Radeon RX 7600 GPU, 16GB DDR4 RAM, and a 1TB M.2 SSD for smooth 1440p gaming ...

A GTA modder has got the 1997 original working perfectly on modern PCs and Steam Deck, and it's a joy to behold: 'I wanted pick up-and-play GTA on Windows with the best ...

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