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In an unexpected move that's sure to send ripples across the tech community, Microsoft has tweaked its guidelines, making it harder for users to upgrade their PCs to Windows 11 without meeting the stringent system requirements. The crux of the stir stems from the removal of instructions on...

In a move that's been the subject of intense debate, Microsoft has officially axed the popular workaround that allowed users to bypass CPU and Trusted Platform Module (TPM) checks when upgrading to Windows 11. This decision, as quiet as a whisper, has nevertheless sent ripples through the tech...

Windows users, brace yourselves. Microsoft has stirred up a debate about Windows 11, its stringent hardware requirements, and its stance on users bypassing these restrictions. With over 800 million users still anchored in Windows 10, around 400 million of them face a significant fork in the...

Microsoft has taken a significant step in doubling down on its hardware requirements policy for Windows 11. For many users who have been relying on workarounds to install the operating system on unsupported PCs, those days are coming to an end. Let’s explore what this means, the history of these...

Microsoft has quietly eliminated its official support advice for bypassing the hardware requirements of Windows 11. This includes a shift away from the once-documented registry tweak that allowed users to bypass CPU and TPM checks during Windows 11 upgrades. If you're scratching your head...

The launch of Windows 11 has been met with mixed reactions, especially concerning its redesigned taskbar. Many users who appreciate the classic functionality and design of the Windows 10 taskbar have been exploring ways to revert their interface to a more familiar setup. In this article, we'll...

Windows 11 has been pretty vocal about its enhanced security measures since its launch. Among these features, BitLocker stands out as a stalwart guardian, encrypting your system files and sensitive data to ensure it stays as private as a diary with a state-of-the-art lock. But not all heroes...

Windows 11 users, buckle up—your BitLocker experience might just be heading into turbulence. Microsoft has officially confirmed a sticky bug in Windows 11 versions 24H2 and older that’s causing the dreaded "For your security, some settings are managed by your administrator" error to appear on...

Microsoft is back at it with another bug that’s causing quite the stir among Windows 10 and Windows 11 users. This time, it’s related to BitLocker, the operating system's built-in encryption tool that promises an extra layer of security for your data. But, as with many of these "features," it...

In the latest chapter of Microsoft's troubleshooting chronicles, the company has announced a bug that’s hitting some high-security PCs hard. Specifically, this bug impacts Windows 11 and Windows 10 systems with TPM (Trusted Platform Module) or PTT (Platform Trust Technology) when BitLocker...

If you've recently enabled BitLocker on your PC and noticed the sudden popup stating, "For your security, some settings are managed by your administrator," you're not alone. Microsoft just dropped a support note outlining why this happens... and let’s just say, it’s less reassuring than you'd...

When it comes to personal or enterprise computing, security takes center stage. Windows users will be glad to know that Microsoft's Windows Security app is brimming with features designed to keep your device safe from malware, hacks, and other dangers lurking in the digital wild. In this...

When it comes to safeguarding sensitive data, few tools are as revered as BitLocker—Microsoft's full-disk encryption solution. But fame doesn’t make it infallible. Windows 11 users are grappling with a resurrected monster—the BitLocker vulnerability CVE-2022-41099—a revelation that just shook...

If you're a Windows power user or in the IT security game, this is the kind of news that will have you clutching your laptop a little tighter. A recent presentation at the Chaos Communication Congress (CCC)—a revered gathering for the digitally savvy—has uncovered that an old vulnerability in...

Microsoft has once again cemented its commitment to security by reinforcing the importance of TPM (Trusted Platform Module) and Secure Boot as essential requirements in its Windows 11 operating system. If you've been scratching your head over why Microsoft has gone all-in on these features or...

In a recent announcement destined to elicit groans from both tech enthusiasts and your typical Windows users, Microsoft has made it clear—it’s not budging on those daunting Windows 11 hardware requirements. If you've been holding out hope that the software giant might ease up and give older...

Ever felt like tech podcasts are a mix of doomscrolling and waiting for a firmware update? Well, this week’s PC Perspective Podcast #802 is the gift that keeps on giving! Let’s dive deep into all the buzzing tech topics from this episode—from Windows 11’s TPM-free experiment and Intel’s...

The Mid-2011 iMac has often been called the "vintage wonder," lauded for its sleek design and sturdy performance despite being over a decade old. But can it tango with the modern demands of Windows 11? In a recent post on MacRumors, user Mactech20 is considering this very challenge. Armed with a...

Hi, I'm trying to install win11 on my PC (rather old one, but win10 worked fine with it). After installation (with skipping TPMcheck etc), and first reboot it is showing error: "The computer restarted unexpectedly or encountered unexpected error ...". I tried changing...

In a landscape of operating systems for PCs, where Windows 10 continues its reign as the dominant player and Windows 7 lingers like your uncle who won't leave the party, Windows 11 is starting to make some notable moves. Despite its relative youth, the OS is experiencing increased adoption...