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The tag gaming hardware escalation covers discussions about rising hardware requirements in PC gaming, particularly security features like TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot. A key example is Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 mandating these technologies, marking a shift where hardware-backed security becomes a non-negotiable barrier for major titles. This trend raises concerns about accessibility, system compatibility, and the future of PC gaming as older hardware may be excluded. The tag explores how such mandates affect gamers, system builders, and the broader ecosystem, focusing on the tension between security advancements and hardware limitations.
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    Call of Duty Black Ops 7 to Mandate TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot on PC: Industry-Shaking Security Shift

    Call of Duty’s relentless march toward ever more advanced technology has reached a new inflection point: with the official announcement that Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will strictly require both TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled on PC. This move, instituted by Activision and implemented through a...
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