Microsoft quietly removed its instructions for installing Windows 11 on an unsupported PC – is this something to do with the 24H2 update?
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Sarah Collins
Microsoft has recently removed information from its support documentation on a workaround that allowed users to install Windows 11 on unsupported PCs lacking the required hardware specifications. The workaround involved adjusting the OS Registry to enable installation despite not meeting the TPM 2.0 or CPU standards for Windows 11.
Speculations suggest that the removal of this workaround may be related to the recent release of Windows 11 24H2 update, which introduced significant system changes known as Germanium. These alterations aimed to enhance security and performance, potentially causing issues with the previous installation bypass method. Although there are no widespread reports confirming the method’s failure, Microsoft seems to discourage using it amid concerns for security and functionality.
As Windows 10’s End of Life approaches, users relying on older systems incompatible with Windows 11 need to consider their upgrade options carefully. Despite the availability of the workaround instructions via archived sources, it is advised against utilizing it due to associated risks that may be exacerbated by the updated Windows 11 version.
The evolving landscape of operating systems and the impending end of support for Windows 10 are prompting users to contemplate transitioning to Windows 11, leading to increased interest in system upgrades.
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