Published on October 7, 2024, the recent update regarding Windows 11 from TechRadar creates a wave of conversation about the increasing hardware restrictions imposed by Microsoft. With the arrival of the Windows 11 24H2 update on October 1, 2024, a new conundrum surfaces for users as they...
In a startling celebration of planned obsolescence, Microsoft’s recent support documentation effectively encourages users to consider tossing their perfectly functional devices into the e-waste heap—especially if they can't upgrade to Windows 11. This isn't just a call to action; it's a...
The escalating tussle between Microsoft and an ever-persistent community of Windows hackers has taken a new turn. In the latest edition of this ongoing saga, Microsoft has implemented stricter policies regarding Windows 11 upgrades for PCs deemed "incompatible." Yet, as with any game of cat and...
You're excited about upgrading to Windows 11, but abruptly, you see the message: "this PC can’t run Windows 11." You're not alone; many users encounter this roadblock when trying to install Microsoft's latest operating system. Fortunately, there are straightforward methods to resolve this issue...
Windows 11, released to much anticipation and confusion, set new hardware requirements that left many users frustrated. With stringent criteria, including the need for TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module), many existing PCs were deemed incompatible. This article explores the challenges and...
Microsoft's recent update to the Windows 11 preview version has made significant changes that impact users hoping to install the operating system on older hardware. Here’s a breakdown of the latest alteration, its implications, and a look at what this means for Windows users, especially those...
The recent Insider Build release of Windows 11 has stirred significant conversation within the technology community, particularly among users contemplating upgrades from Windows 10. This latest update introduces a stricter enforcement of the operating system's hardware requirements, particularly...
In a significant move aimed at reinforcing its hardware requirements, Microsoft has intensified its efforts to prevent the installation of Windows 11 on unsupported PCs. This action follows the discovery of a popular method that allowed users to bypass these requirements—a workaround that has...
Microsoft is ramping up its efforts to reinforce the security of Windows 11 by addressing a loophole that allowed users to circumvent its system requirements, particularly concerning the TPM 2.0 support necessary for installation. A well-known method involved appending the string "/product...
As Windows users approach the end of mainstream support for Windows 10, many are asking whether their older PCs can still be upgraded to Windows 11, particularly those that do not meet Microsoft's stringent compatibility requirements. The good news is that users can bypass these restrictions...
In a world where operating systems dictate user experience, the slow adoption of Windows 11 raises some critical questions. Currently, Windows 11 has achieved around 30% market share among all desktop versions of Windows—a figure that initially appears robust. However, it pales in comparison to...
Upgrading to Windows 11 has become a hot topic since Microsoft's announcement that Windows 10 will cease receiving security updates on October 14, 2025. This change compels many users with outdated or incompatible hardware to consider their options. For those who find their computer's...
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I have a PC that is around 7 years old, running Windows 10 Pro 64bit 22H2. Ever since Windows 11 came out, Windows Update has been saying my PC doesn't meet the requirements for Windows 11. I looked into it a while back and decided it was my processor that was the problem, so I had resigned...
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So... yeah Microsoft bloody blew it again, like Sisyphus it got that rock up the mountain with Windows 10 only for it to fall down with Windows 11.
I mean... what is the point of Windows 11 again? Oh yeah, sell new computers in an economically stressed world... as the British say: bloody...
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Morning all i have enabled tpm2 on my motherboard and ran the compatability checker but says my AM4 AMD A8 9600 cpu does not meet the requirements ?It appears that it actually does meet the specs but not supported so a little confused, i bought the system about 8 months ago not top spec but more...
Hi all you technocrats
I was hoping to update to Win 11 but my computer fails on the following points;
Although there is a technical specifity to my questions, I hope it also opens up a more general discussion
My computer details at bottom of page.
1) Processor is 3rd and not 8th generation or...
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Today’s blog post provides two updates. First, an update on Windows 11 minimum system requirements based, in part, on feedback from the Windows Insider community. Second, information on the updated PC Health Check app that is now available to Windows Insiders. Since the introduction of Windows...
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