Question

please fill in the blank below. windows 11 can be installed using the method or a custom installation.

Explanation:

Windows 11 has two primary standard installation methods: one that preserves existing files and settings, and a custom (clean) installation that overwrites or sets up a new system without retaining old data. The method paired with custom installation is the default, non-custom option.

Answer:

Upgrade (or "in-place upgrade")