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How to download and install Windows 8.1 Preview

Microsoft has officially released the Preview (preview) of Windows 8.1 - the first major update for Windows 8. Here are the steps to download and install Windows 8.1.

Step 1: Go to Windows 8.1 Preview page .

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Click the link ( link ) ' Get it now ' to install an update that allows you to access Windows 8.1 Preview from the Windows Store.

Step 2: Restart your Windows 8 device.

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After restarting the computer, Windows Update will automatically install the new version for you. When the device restarts, a message prompting you to install Windows 8 Preview will appear. After that, you can access Windows 8.1 from the Windows Store.

Step 3: Press the 'Go to the Store' button.

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After pressing the ' Go to the Store ' button, you will be redirected to the Windows 8.1 Preview page in the Windows Store. Here you will see more links and more information about Windows 8.1 Preview.

Step 4: Click the 'Download' button .

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After pressing the ' Download' button, Windows 8.1 will start the installation. But before that, it will perform a compatibility test to see if the device can run the Preview. If no problems are found, your device may restart several times during the installation process.

Step 5: Log in with your Microsoft account .

After installation, you will need to log in with your Microsoft account to use the cloud features of Windows 8.1 Preview.

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Update 26 May 2019