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TL;DR: Why spend hundreds on a new laptop when you can make your current one feel brand new? Right now, you can grab a lifetime license to Windows 11 Pro for just $9.97 (reg. $199) during Deal Days.


If your PC’s starting to feel a little sluggish (or just plain outdated), upgrading to a new operating system can make a huge difference. And right now, during StackSocial’s Deal Days event, you can grab a Microsoft Windows 11 Pro license for just $9.97 (reg. $199) — but heads up, this deal ends on October 12.

Windows 11 Pro is built for the way we work (and play) today. You’ll get a cleaner interface, better multitasking tools with Snap Layouts, smarter voice typing, and a faster search function — all designed to streamline your digital life. Plus, with access to Copilot, your built-in AI assistant, you’ll have help writing emails, organizing tasks, and automating daily workflows.

Gaming also gets a performance bump, thanks to DirectX 12 Ultimate, which improves graphics rendering and speeds. Whether you’re into casual gaming or more intense workloads like video editing, the improved efficiency is noticeable. And for work, tools like Microsoft Teams, Windows Sandbox, Azure AD, and BitLocker encryption are ready to go out of the box.

Need remote desktop access? That’s included, too. Windows 11 Pro is designed with professionals in mind — from IT admins managing multiple systems to freelancers handling sensitive client data. Whether you’re at home, in the office, or working from your favorite coffee shop, the OS helps you stay connected and protected.

The OS also introduces better hardware support, more responsive touchscreen gestures, and smarter integration with peripherals. It’s basically a fresh start without replacing the whole machine.

So instead of shelling out hundreds on a new laptop, give your current setup a second life.

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Upgrade your PC’s performance when you grab your Windows 11 Pro lifetime license for just $9.97 (reg. $199). Act now before this Deal Days offer expires on October 12 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

StackSocial prices subject to change.

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