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Revert to Windows 10 from recovery disk

As you explained in Issue 625 (page 63), you have just 10 days to roll your PC back from Windows 11 to 10 if you change your mind. However, you can give yourself more time if you prepare.

Before I upgraded to Windows 11, I did a clean install of Windows 10 and my programs. I made my usual changes using Winaero Tweaker (https://winaerotweaker.com) and installed updates for Windows and drivers. Next, I installed my browsers and extensions, including Eversync (www.snipca.com/40949) to sync my bookmarks.

After that, I used AOMEI Backupper (, see screenshot)

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