Windows 10 will lose official support in October 2025, but data shows that 54.2% of Windows devices are still running Windows 10, while Windows 11 accounts for 42.69%.As for the reason, it may be that Windows 11's TPM 2.0 hardware requirements have become a "stumbling block" for many users to upgrade. In order to persuade users to upgrade, Microsoft recently published a long blog post detailing the importance of TPM.
Microsoft pointed out that the role of TPM in Windows 11 is crucial, mainly reflected in the following aspects:
1. Protect data:TPM can encrypt data, making it difficult for hackers to obtain sensitive information, which is crucial for personal information, financial data and confidential documents.
2. Ensure trustworthy software:TPM is able to verify the integrity of system software and firmware, and one of its features, "Secure Boot," prevents malware from starting at boot.
3. Prevent physical tampering:If someone attempts to physically tamper with the device hardware, the TPM is able to detect the change and prevent the system from booting, thus protecting against physical attacks.
4. Support advanced security functions:Many of the powerful security features in Windows 11 rely on TPMs, tools that keep data safe even if the device is lost or stolen.
In addition to security, Microsoft highlighted other benefits of Windows 11, including:
1. Stronger security:With TPM, Windows 11 is able to ensure software integrity and maintain data encryption.
2. Better user experience:Windows 11 introduces numerous new features designed to improve performance and ease of use, and its updated interface, better compatibility, and smoother experience make it a worthy upgrade.
3. Prepare for the future:Upgrading to Windows 11 ensures that your system can handle future updates and security features.
It is worth noting that although Microsoft has always emphasized the security of Windows 11, it recently deprecated the VBS feature in the 23H2, 22H2 and 21H2 versions of Windows 11
