How to upgrade your PC to Windows 11 despite hardware restrictions

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A workaround allows PCs deemed "too old" by Microsoft to upgrade to Windows 11, bypassing strict hardware requirements like TPM 2.0. This method involves using the Rufus tool to create a bootable USB drive, enabling the installation of Windows 11 on systems that don't meet Microsoft's official criteria. The process is designed for PCs from around 2020 that otherwise meet Windows 11 specifications but fail the TPM check, offering a free upgrade path.


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