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Windows 11, what you should knowPreview:
Wait before upgrading, if you upgrade at all. Computers under 3 years old can probably upgrade when the time comes, but do not upgrade now. The most important things to understand are that:
Microsoft's Hardware requirements
The TPM module 2.0 and secure boot were available but not enabled in most newer computers, so it is necessary to flip a switch in BIOS. Talk to me or your vendor when the time comes. These options made the system somewhat more secure, but harder to work on if something went wrong, so they were generally not turned on at the factory. If we decide to upgrade and have a later model computer, it'll be easy to enable the features.
How to check your CPU and operating system quickly
This will give you your CPU (processor), Window Edition (Windows 10 Pro or Home) and Version.
This computer shows a 10th generation I-5 (10500) and Windows 10 Pro for the edition.
Work aroundsThere are many work arounds available. There are plugin TPM 2.0 modules, and some manufacturers claim their systems work fine with an upgraded BIOS they offer. Many HP and Asus older systems seem to work fine with Windows 11 after a BIOS upgrade. There is even a registry hack that I've heard, HP demanded and got. Since they don't actually use the TPM 2.0 features, it simply ignores the requirement.
But, we don't know if these unauthorized work arounds will function in the future. Since Windows 11 offers no compelling reason to get it, it is a needless risk.
New computersPersonally, I suggest waiting and not buying new computers if you can. Skip the "deals" with Christmas. If you need a new computer wait until January or February. Give the computer makers a chance to iron out many of the issues the new Windows brings to their hardware. If you can, postpone upgrading until June of 2022.
Date: November 2021
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