Microsoft's Windows 11 is the latest version of the Windows operating system that comes with various new features and improvements. If you've recently installed Windows 11 on your computer, you may need to activate it to enjoy its full functionality. In this article, we'll explore the different methods you can use to activate Windows 11.



Method 1: Activate Windows 11 using a Product Key


The simplest method to activate Windows 11 is by using a product key. This 25-character code comes with every copy of Windows, and you can find it on the packaging or in the confirmation email when you purchased the operating system. Follow these steps to activate Windows 11 using a product key:


Step 1: Click on the Start button and select Settings.


Step 2: In the Settings window, click on Update & Security.


Step 3: Click on Activation from the left-hand menu.


Step 4: Click on Change product key.


Step 5: Enter the 25-character product key and click on Next.


Step 6: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the activation process.


Method 2: Activate Windows 11 using a Digital License


If you previously upgraded to Windows 10 from a genuine copy of Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, you can activate Windows 11 using a digital license. This digital entitlement allows you to activate Windows 11 without entering a product key. Follow these steps to activate Windows 11 using a digital license:


Step 1: Click on the Start button and select Settings.


Step 2: In the Settings window, click on Update & Security.


Step 3: Click on Activation from the left-hand menu.


Step 4: Check if you have a digital license by checking the activation status. If you have a digital license, Windows will be activated automatically.


Method 3: Activate Windows 11 using a Product Key from a Previous Version of Windows


If you have a product key from a previous version of Windows, you can use it to activate Windows 11. This method is useful if you have upgraded to Windows 11 from an earlier version of Windows, such as Windows 10. Follow these steps to activate Windows 11 using a product key from a previous version of Windows:


Step 1: Click on the Start button and select Settings.


Step 2: In the Settings window, click on Update & Security.


Step 3: Click on Activation from the left-hand menu.


Step 4: Click on Change product key.


Step 5: Enter the product key from your previous version of Windows and click on Next.


Step 6: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the activation process.


Method 4: Activate Windows 11 using a KMS Server


A Key Management Service (KMS) is a server that allows organizations to activate multiple copies of Windows 11 on their network. KMS activation is useful for organizations that have many computers running Windows 11. Follow these steps to activate Windows 11 using a KMS server:


Step 1: Click on the Start button and type "Command Prompt" in the search bar.


Step 2: Right-click on Command Prompt and select Run as administrator.


Step 3: In the Command Prompt window, type "slmgr /ipk <product key>" and press Enter. Replace "<product key>" with the KMS client setup key for Windows 11.


Step 4: Next, type "slmgr /skms <KMS server>" and press Enter. Replace "<KMS server>" with the name or IP address of the KMS server.


Conclusion


Activating Windows 11 is a simple process that can be done using a product key, digital license, or KMS server. You can also use a product key from a previous version