Microsoft doesn't want customers to upgrade older PCs to Windows 11, but there are workarounds for all but the oldest devices ...
You don't ever have to activate Windows 11 if you can live with certain limitations.
Microsoft quietly blocks a Windows 11 setup bypass that allowed users to skip Microsoft account and internet requirements.
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