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Microsoft now allowing Windows 11 on older, incompatible PCs


Despite years of warning, it's now officially possible to install Windows 11 on PCs that don't meet requirements — but with a warning and a disclaimer.

Not even a week ago, Microsoft doubled down on its policy that requires PCs to have TPM 2.0-compatible hardware in order to install Windows 11. But now, in an unexpected and puzzling move, the company is issuing instructions for installing Windows 11 on incompatible PCs. The risk alluded to here includes system crashes and the lack of crucial security updates that would otherwise keep the PC safe and protected against malware, hackers, and scammers.

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