Tutorials

1. Install the Office suite:
   • a. If you haven’t already, download the Office installer from the official Microsoft download link provided in your email or from the Office website.
   • b. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
2. Launch any Office application: a. After installation, open any Office application, such as Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.
3. Enter your product key (for Retail licenses):
   • a. Click on “Activate” or “Enter Product Key” when prompted.
   • b. Enter the 25-character product key you received in your email.
   • c. Click “Next” and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the activation process.
4. Verify activation status:
   • a. Once you’ve entered the product key, the Office suite should be activated.
   • b. To confirm, go to “File” > “Account” in any Office application. Under “Product Information,” you should see “Product Activated.”

Note: These steps apply to Office 2016, Office 2019, Office 2021. If you encounter any issues during activation, contact the support team for assistance.

1. Download the Media Creation Tool:
   • a. Visit the official Windows download page: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10
   • b. Click on “Download tool now” to download the Media Creation Tool.
   • c. Save the file to your computer.
2. Run the Media Creation Tool:
   • a. Locate the downloaded file (MediaCreationTool.exe) and double-click it to run the tool.
   • b. Accept the license terms when prompted.
3. Choose the installation type:
   • a. In the “What do you want to do?” screen, select “Create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or ISO file) for another PC” and click “Next.”
4. Select language, edition, and architecture:
   • a. Choose the language, Windows edition, and architecture (32-bit, 64-bit, or both) you want to download. Usually, it’s best to use the recommended options for the target PC.
   • b. Click “Next” to continue.
5. Choose the media type:
   • a. Select “USB flash drive” if you want to create a bootable USB drive (minimum 8GB capacity required).
   • b. Select “ISO file” if you want to create a bootable DVD or install Windows using a virtual machine. You’ll need to burn the ISO file to a DVD or mount it on a virtual machine later.
   • c. Click “Next” to proceed.
6. Create the installation media:
   • a. If you chose “USB flash drive,” insert the software will download the Windows files and create a bootable USB drive. Make sure your USB drive is connected.
   • b. If you chose “ISO file,” specify a location to save the file. Once the download is complete, you’ll need to burn it to your DVD or mount it in your virtual machine software.
7. Install Windows:
   • a. If you created a bootable USB drive, insert it into the target computer, restart the computer, and press the “boot menu” key (usually F12, F10, or ESC) to access the boot options menu. Select the USB drive as the boot device.
   • b. If you created a bootable DVD, insert the DVD into the target computer’s DVD drive, restart the computer, and press the “boot menu” key to access the boot options menu. Select the DVD drive as the boot device.
   • c. If you’re installing Windows on a virtual machine, mount the ISO file in your virtual machine software and start the virtual machine.
8. Follow the Windows installation steps:
   • a. When the Windows setup screen appears, choose your language, time and currency format, and keyboard/input method. Click “Next.”
   • b. Click “Install now.”
   • c. Enter your Windows product key when prompted.
   • d. Accept the license terms and click “Next.”
   • e. Choose the installation type: “Upgrade” (to keep your files and settings) or “Custom” (for a clean install). If you’re installing on a new computer or virtual machine, select “Custom.”
   • f. Select the drive/partition on which you want to install Windows and click “Next.”
   • g. Windows will now install. Your computer may restart several times during the process.
9. Complete the installation
   a. Once the installation is complete, follow the on-screen instructions to create or sign in to your Microsoft account, customize settings, and set up your new Windows environment.

Note: Make sure to back up your data before installing Windows, as the installation process may erase your files and settings.

To activate Windows, follow these steps:

1. Obtain a valid Windows product key: Ensure you have a valid Windows product key for the version of Windows you want to activate. This key is typically a 25-character code provided to you when you purchase a Windows license.
2. Connect to the internet: Make sure your computer is connected to the internet, as the activation process requires an internet connection.
3. Open the Activation settings:
   • a. Press the Windows key or click on the Start button in the bottom-left corner of your screen.
   • b. Type “Activation” in the search bar and click on “Activation settings” or “See if Windows is activated” in the search results.
4. Enter your product key:
   • a. In the Activation settings window, find the “Change product key” or “Enter a product key” option and click on it.
   • b. Enter your 25-character product key in the provided field.
   • c. Click “Next” or “Activate” to submit the product key.
5. Complete the activation process:
   • a. Windows will now verify the product key and activate your copy of Windows.
   • b. If the activation is successful, you’ll see a message indicating that Windows is activated. If you encounter any issues or errors, follow the on-screen instructions or contact Microsoft Support for assistance.

Note: The activation process might be slightly different depending on the version of Windows you are using (e.g., Windows 10, Windows 11). The steps above should work for most recent versions of Windows.