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WINDOWS 11 REVIEW: IS YOUR COMPUTER COMPATIBLE?

Security is the most significant upgrade with the new Windows 11 release and
could mean the newest version of Windows may not run on your current computer.
Windows 11, released on October 5, 2021, is the latest version of the world’s
most widely used operating system. Seventy-one percent of all computers in the
world use […]

Security is the most significant upgrade with the new Windows 11 release and
could mean the newest version of Windows may not run on your current computer.
Windows 11, released on October 5, 2021, is the latest version of the world’s
most widely used operating system. Seventy-one percent of all computers in the
world use Windows, so this new release can potentially affect almost everyone.
The deadline to upgrade has been set with Microsoft ending support for Windows
10 on October 14, 2025.

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) need to pay close attention to this
Windows update. The new hardware requirements could result in a significant
financial investment to replace current computers with new ones compatible with
Windows 11.

NEW SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Perhaps the most significant change in this version of Windows is the new system
requirements. Most new requirements are designed around cybersecurity, and some
could require a hardware upgrade before switching to Windows 11. So, it’s
important to keep these requirements in mind when thinking about upgrading or
purchasing a new computer.

Of the new system requirements, two are significant enough to possibly require
purchasing a new computer. These are Secure Boot and a TPM 2.0 chip along with
new System Firmware to support them. When checking your system, the focus should
be on the TPM 2.0 chip. If your computer does not have a TPM chip, it most
likely will not have Secure Boot.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR WINDOWS 11:

 * A TPM 2.0 chip is now required for a computer to run Windows 11. If your
   computer is more than a couple of years old, there is a good chance it will
   not have a TPM 2.0 chip. So, before upgrading, it’s essential to check and
   make sure your computer has one. Without a TPM 2.0 chip, you will not be
   unable to install Windows 11.
 * New system firmware: specifically UEFI and Secure Boot is now required. This
   was not needed to run Windows 10.
 * Processor: 1GHZ or faster with at least two cores on compatible 64-bit
   processor/SoC. 32-bit will no longer be supported.
 * RAM: 4 GB minimum
 * Storage: 64 GB minimum

IMPROVED SECURITY

Most of the improvements made in Windows 11 revolve around security. When
designing the new operating system, Microsoft used the zero-trust security
model. Zero-trust is the basic concept that the system should not automatically
trust anything inside or outside its parameters. This switch in thinking assumes
a breach is inevitable or has already occurred, so access is limited to only
what is needed.

WHAT IS A TPM 2.0 CHIP?

A TPM 2.0 chip is a dedicated hardware chip installed in a computer that
dramatically enhances a computer’s security and privacy. This dedicated chip is
separate from the operating system and creates enhanced security by protecting
data, authentication, and software through encryption. This chip is critical in
securing the latest Windows operating system, and without a TPM 2.0 chip,
Windows 11 cannot be installed.

Windows 11 comes with other enhanced security features, including:

 * Windows Hello – a streamlined and secure, passwordless login that uses a PIN
   or biometrics. Windows Hello matches a PIN or biometrics to an encrypted key
   stored on the TPM chip, so account access will only be granted to an
   authorized person on a specific machine. Working with the TPM 2.0 chip, Hello
   dramatically reduces the possibility of account takeovers and password theft.
 * Device Encryption – uses encryption information stored within the TPM 2.0
   chip, making it nearly impossible to access data without the proper
   credentials.
 * Virtualization-based security (VBS) & Hypervisor-protected Code Integrity
   (HVCI) – essentially, VBS and HCVI keep potentially dangerous drivers and
   software from reaching a device’s memory, drastically reducing the chance of
   malware damaging your system.
 * Secure Boot – is designed to make sure a computer boots with only verified
   software and prevents malicious software from loading or reinstalling when
   the computer starts. For example, most anti-malware software loads only after
   Windows finishes loading. However, newer malware is designed to load along
   with Windows before this software and trick it into thinking it’s part of the
   system. Secure Boot prevents this from happening.

WHAT ELSE IS NEW?

Little has changed in terms of usability, so all of your familiar Windows muscle
memory and tricks should not be disrupted. Here are a few of the more noticeable
changes in Windows 11.

Microsoft Teams is more fully integrated into this version of Windows. Designed
with Teams in mind, Windows 11 provides an all-around better experience
collaborating with Teams. The new, free Teams Chat feature in Windows 11 is more
accessible and allows others to receive your messages via their Chat, email, or
SMS, helping you stay connected more easily.

Visually, there are a couple of minor changes from Windows 10.

 * The taskbar is centered across the bottom vs. aligned to the left.
 * The snap layout feature has been upgraded with screen templates to make
   multitasking easier.
 * A brand new widget panel has been added, allowing you to access a variety of
   information on customizable boxes.
 * Touch has been enhanced with more prominent touch zones and rounder menus.

The Microsoft Store also received an upgrade. With Windows 11, Android apps will
now be available to run on your computer. Albeit in a smaller window that mimics
a phone’s aspect ratio.

Gaming was also upgraded in the new Windows. Xbox features like Game Pass and
DirectStorage will be built-in, and Auto HDR is enabled for enhanced colors and
brightness.

OVERALL ASSESSMENT

In terms of user experience, there is not a significant change from Windows 10.
The exception is the new, more powerful Teams integration. The security updates
to Windows 11 make it well worth the upgrade for any organization, keeping in
mind the change in required hardware.

The most significant factor in deciding when to upgrade to Windows 11 is the
system requirements, especially the TPM 2.0 chip. TPM chips were sold as add-ons
to computers until not that long ago, so it’s important to make sure your
computer has one before upgrading, and always opt for the TPM 2.0 chip when
purchasing a new computer.

We recommend creating a plan to upgrade all computers in your organization to
Windows 11 within two years, keeping in mind it could require purchasing all new
machines. Microsoft has imposed a deadline of October 14, 2025, when they end
support for Windows 10. So, make sure to be upgraded well before then.

Contact tca SynerTech today to learn more about upgrading your system to Windows
11.

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