Microsoft Removes Official Windows 11 Workaround for Unsupported PCs

The company has deleted instructions for bypassing hardware requirements, signaling a stricter stance on unsupported installations.

Microsoft has quietly removed its official support page detailing a Registry key workaround to bypass Windows 11's TPM 2.0 and CPU requirements.
The change follows the release of Windows 11 update 24H2 and reinforces Microsoft's push for users to upgrade to compliant hardware.
Approximately 400 million Windows 10 users face challenges upgrading due to hardware limitations, with extended support for Windows 10 ending in October 2025.
Third-party tools and other unofficial methods to bypass hardware checks still exist but may face increased scrutiny or compatibility issues.
Microsoft continues to recommend purchasing new PCs with compatible hardware, emphasizing security and AI features as key benefits of Windows 11.