While announcing Windows 11, Microsoft made a very controversial move to change hardware requirements significantly.
Hosking explained that TPM’s primary role is to offer hardware-level security features for a compatible computing gear.
The chip can securely store encryption keys and certificates.
It can also shield passwords and sensitive data against misuse and unauthorized access.
Windows 10 users will not receive security updates after October 2025 unless they pay for them.
Microsoft concedes that the almost aging operating system is approaching the end of support.
