Windows 11 has been the buzzword for quite some time now. Windows 11 comes with a refreshed user interface and various features, including support for Android apps. If you’re hesitant about upgrading to Windows 11, one possible solution is to set up a dual-boot configuration. So, in this article, we will discuss how to dual-boot Windows 11.

1. Create a Windows 11 installation media.

The first step is to download and create a Windows 11 installation media. You can download the Windows 11 ISO file from the Microsoft website. Once downloaded, you can create a bootable USB flash drive or DVD using Windows 11 Media Creation Tool. You can find many tutorials on the internet to perform this step.

2. Create a backup of your data.

Before you start the installation process, it is recommended to backup all your data to an external hard drive or cloud storage. Dual-booting is a complicated process and may affect your files present on your hard drive. In case anything goes wrong in the process, you won’t lose any critical data.

3. Create a partition for Windows 11.

Next, you will need to make some space for Windows 11 on your hard drive. You can do this by shrinking your existing drive’s partition through the Disk Management utility.

Press the “Windows key + X” on your keyboard and select the “Disk Management” option. Then, right-click on the partition you would like to shrink and choose “Shrink Volume.” Follow the prompts to select the amount of space needed for Windows 11. It is recommended to allocate at least 30GB of space for Windows 11.

4. Install Windows 11.

Once you have created additional space on your hard drive, you can install Windows 11 on the newly created partition. Restart your computer and boot your system from the Windows 11 installation media. Follow the prompts and choose the partition that you have shrunk earlier for the Windows 11 installation. Complete the installation process by following the instructions provided by the wizard.

5. Dual-boot your Windows.

Now that you have installed Windows 11, restart your computer. You should now see the dual-boot menu that allows you to boot into either Windows 11 or your previous version of Windows. You can use the arrows keys to choose the Windows operating system you prefer to use.

Conclusion

Setting up a dual-boot configuration can be difficult, but it’s an excellent solution if you’re unsure about using Windows 11 full-time. By following the steps outlined above, you should be able to set up a dual-boot configuration of Windows 11 without too much trouble. However, you should always exercise caution when making changes to your computer’s operating system, especially when working with partitioning tools.