Windows 11 officially requires a Trusted Platform Module. Here's why and what to do if your old PC doesn't have one.

First, check that your PC doesn't already have a working TPM installed into its motherboard or via the CPU by hitting Win + R in Windows to open Run and type tpm.msc then hit Enter. It's possible to ...

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If Windows Update says your desktop or laptop doesn't meet the requirements for Windows 11, a bit of work under the hood could make it happen anyway.

It's possible to upgrade your 'incompatible' PC to Windows 11 in 10 simple steps. Here's how I did it in just a few minutes.

Microsoft has an exciting Windows update ready for you to try out, as long as you sign up for the Insider beta program. But the Windows 11 announcement and release ...

When Microsoft revealed the system requirements for Windows 11, it caused a lot of confusion because of a certain compatibility checking tool. The software, called PCHealthCheck, said that some PCs ...

This post features solutions to fix Your computer’s Trusted Platform Module has malfunctioned, Encryption failed, Error 80090034 Microsoft 365 apps Activation error ...

BitLocker is a necessary setup for encrypting Windows computers and preventing unauthorized access. However, sometimes, it might cause unnecessary issues with the ...

I'm thinking of getting a TPM module for my PC. I need an older model 20pin one, for my Asus Ranger 7 Maximus mobo. Since they are essentially for security on a PC, it seems they would be an obvious ...

Windows 11 is not slated to release until Holiday 2021, but it's already making headlines. And some of those aren't particularly fun to deal with, especially because it involves scalpers.