What is a TPM and why isn't mine working?

If you’re like most people, you didn’t think about whether your PC had a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) until Microsoft made it part of its system requirements to run Windows 11, the upcoming new version of its operating system. We’ll explain what a TPM is, how you can find out whether your system has one, and how to enable it if it’s turned off. What is a TPM? A TPM, or Trusted Platform Module, is a security chip that can be embedded in a laptop or plugged into most desktop PCs. It’s basically a lockbox for keys, as well as an encryption device a PC can use to boost its security.To read this article in full, please click here https://www.pcworld.com/article/3622952/what-is-a-tpm-where-do-i-find-it-and-turn-it-on.html#tk.rss_all

Created 4y | Jun 30, 2021, 10:20:43 AM


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