Windows 11 for an ignoramus.

Rusty190

I know absolutely nothing about tech stuff so would kindly request you pitch your replies accordingly.
My desktop computer, like me, is elderly (2018) and the Microsoft pop up thingy, tells me it is not compatible with Windows 11 - which I'm led to believe I'll need, to function and stay secure on line in the long term. 
I just use it for online shopping, a bit of Internet browsing, online form filling, emails and Internet banking - I don't do mobile banking.
I use Word to type the odd letter or document and have a wired printer attached. 
Presumably, I'll need to get a new computer but I cannot make sense of the multitude on offer. 
I don't want to buy a Ferrari if a Reliant Robin will suffice, but similarly, I'd rather not get something that will need replacing again anytime soon. 
All suggestions gratefully received. 

singhini

I know nothing about laptops, but do you know why your computer is not compatible? (is it the RAM, CPU, Storage, motherboard, TPM).

The reason i ask is you might be able to upgrade something on your computer and windows 11 will work.

If you do need a new computer you might want to wait untill Black Friday week and see if there is a deal to be had.

Rusty190

I have no idea @singhini.
I don't know what those things are that you asked about - sorry.
From what I've read, there can be "issues" installing new stuff onto old computers and I'm keen to avoid issues where I can. 

FrugaiMacDugal

You don't need a 'new' computer for your usage.

Have a look on ebay, you'll pick up an ex works Win 11 for less than £100.

Have a look HERE for an idea, then do a search yourself for best deal.

Best to get one with SSD.

BFBW

Rusty190 said:

I know absolutely nothing about tech stuff so would kindly request you pitch your replies accordingly.
My desktop computer, like me, is elderly (2018) and the Microsoft pop up thingy, tells me it is not compatible with Windows 11 - which I'm led to believe I'll need, to function and stay secure on line in the long term. 
I just use it for online shopping, a bit of Internet browsing, online form filling, emails and Internet banking - I don't do mobile banking.
I use Word to type the odd letter or document and have a wired printer attached. 
Presumably, I'll need to get a new computer but I cannot make sense of the multitude on offer. 
I don't want to buy a Ferrari if a Reliant Robin will suffice, but similarly, I'd rather not get something that will need replacing again anytime soon. 
All suggestions gratefully received. 

The arbitrary cut off date for devices is actually around 2017. So perhaps your PC is older than you think. Either way, you can ignore the 'pop-up thingy' to upgrade anyway. But from your writing, that might be a step too far for you. You can just carry on using Windows 10, as there are ways to continue to receive support to use it 'safely' until October 2026.

GDB2222

BFBW said:

Rusty190 said:

I know absolutely nothing about tech stuff so would kindly request you pitch your replies accordingly.
My desktop computer, like me, is elderly (2018) and the Microsoft pop up thingy, tells me it is not compatible with Windows 11 - which I'm led to believe I'll need, to function and stay secure on line in the long term. 
I just use it for online shopping, a bit of Internet browsing, online form filling, emails and Internet banking - I don't do mobile banking.
I use Word to type the odd letter or document and have a wired printer attached. 
Presumably, I'll need to get a new computer but I cannot make sense of the multitude on offer. 
I don't want to buy a Ferrari if a Reliant Robin will suffice, but similarly, I'd rather not get something that will need replacing again anytime soon. 
All suggestions gratefully received. 

The arbitrary cut off date for devices is actually around 2017. So perhaps your PC is older than you think. Either way, you can ignore the 'pop-up thingy' to upgrade anyway. But from your writing, that might be a step too far for you. You can just carry on using Windows 10, as there are ways to continue to receive support to use it 'safely' until October 2026.

Rusty, do you need help with doing this? Step by step instructions for how to implement this? 

When you got your present computer, how did you transfer your existing settings and data to it from your old computer? 

Vitor

- which I'm led to believe I'll need, to function and stay secure on line in the long term. -

There's several threads on this forum on how to obtain free Microsoft support for Windows 10 until Oct 2026.

- Presumably, I'll need to get a new computer but I cannot make sense of the multitude on offer. -

If you do upgrade, have a look at the Mini PC sold on Amazon for around the £150-£175 range that all come with Windows 11. They are from unknown Chinese brands but work fine, for example - NiPoGi Mini PC Windows 11 Pro Mini PC Intel Alder Lake-N95 (Βeat N5105, up to 3.4GHz) 16GB RAM+512GB M.2 SSD Mini Computer Desktop Mini Computer 4K Dual Display/HDMI/WiFi/BT for Home/Business/School : Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories