Windows 11: Microsoft also discourages their installation on PCs other than those that meet the application compatibility program requirements.
Microsoft is itching for audiences to use the latest offering of operating system — Windows 11. However, this invitation is not for the ‘everyman.’ In fact, the company has said it feels uncomfortable updating with Windows 11 on hardware not compatible with it, including desktops and laptops that do not support TPM 2.0.
In addition, warning notification to the unsupported users
In a recently published Windows 11 support article which was seen by ZDNet, Microsoft intends to roll out a watermark for any PC that doesn’t meet these specifications. Also, a notice will be in the Settings app stating that the requirements are not being met.
Microsoft’s recommendation: Downgrade to Windows 10
Even in the support document, those on a non-compatible PC are advised to reinstall Windows 10 although Windows 10 is soon to reach end-of-support in October next year. Also, the company advises consumers with non-compatible PCs that they will not receive updates to the newest version of Windows 11.
The warning message is as follows:
This PC is not compatible with Windows 11 – the requirements for that operating system are designed to enable a more stable and pleasant experience. The Windows 11 May 2021 Update should not be installed on this PC due to compatibility problems with this hardware. When you switch to Windows 11, your computer won’t be supported anymore and won’t receive any updates. Harm to your PC resulting from incompatibility is not covered under the manufacturer’s warranty. If you click on Accept you are agreeing to the terms of this statement. »
Strict hardware requirements
Windows 11 has strict hardware requirements, such as the need for a TPM 2.0 chip. This excludes many older PCs, but still capable of running Windows 11, because they do not have this chip, which has only appeared on motherboards in recent years. This might frustrate many users, but the lack of updates poses a real security hazard, regardless of whether or not a TPM 2.0 module is present.
