The app’s other problem is the built-in Windows 11 system requirement checker: One might argue it can mislead you into thinking your system can’t upgrade to Windows 11 when the truth is more complicated. Microsoft's support document (Opens in a new window) on the update also notes: "We will not install PC Health Check on Windows 11 devices." Meanwhile, a separate button in the app called “Tips on PC health” simply advises you to turn on the built-in antivirus and to use Microsoft Edge for better internet browsing. It’ll simply ensure your PC is running the latest Windows 10 update, determine your PC’s storage capacity, and let you manage what programs load at startup-all options you could already find in the OS without downloading the app.
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