Microsoft confirms there will be no U-turn on Windows 11 hardware requirements

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TPM 2.0 'non-negotiable' for latest OS, says software giant

Microsoft is not backing down on the hardware requirements for Windows 11, stating that the Trusted Platform Module is essential for the operating system, even if it is not part of the minimum requirements for Windows Server 2025.

It also features prominently in the Windows 11 hardware requirements, which have played a significant role in the operating system's market share stalling. To be fair to Microsoft, buying a PC without TPM 2.0 hardware has become increasingly difficult over the last few years. However, there remain a large number of Windows 10 devices that would be perfectly capable of running Windows 11 if it were not for Microsoft's hardware demands. For example, this writer has an i7 machine with an SSD that would be an ideal candidate for an upgrade if it weren't for the hardware requirements.

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