I was wondering, are Windows 11's system requirements a bit exaggerated? For example, extras like Secure Boot being mandatory constantly push older hardware to the side. Do you think these requirements make sense or are they just a sales strategy? Has anyone managed to run it on a similar system without TPM 2.0? Let's see what you all have to say.
What changed in the Windows 11 system requirements?
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I’ve heard that Windows 11 can be installed without TPM 2.0, and I even tried it on an old Dell laptop. I disabled Secure Boot, made a tiny tweak in the registry, and Windows 11 installed, I swear! I’m not too sure about the performance, though, because when the system requirements are that restrictive they start to sound more like a security thing, right? You’re right to question whether these requirements are intentional, since features like TPM 2.0 seem to be there to push new hardware sales. Likewise, people have managed to get Windows 11 on an old ThinkPad X230 by bypassing Secure Boot, but the real issue isn’t compatibility—it’s usability.