Hardware Security
The latest Hardware Security coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Will Require TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot on PC, Report Says
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, the next installment in Activision’s blockbuster shooter franchise, will reportedly require all PC players to enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot when it launches later this...
Battlefield 6 Players Must Enable Secure Boot: A Step-by-Step Guide for Windows 10 and 11
The Battlefield 6 open beta brought more than just a new theater of war—it introduced a hard technical requirement that stopped countless PC players in their tracks: Secure Boot. For the first time...
AI, Quantum Threats, and Cyber-Physical Risks: Why Microsoft Urges Zero Trust Now
A seismic shift is rippling through the world of enterprise security, as artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and cyber-physical systems set the stage for an era of both unparalleled...
Navigating Digital Transformation and Security in the Era of AI and Quantum Computing
The digital revolution is no longer a promise on the horizon—it is the ordinary reality confronting every enterprise and government. In this new era, organizations are awash in both opportunity and...
Navigating Cybersecurity in the Age of AI and Quantum Computing: Strategies for Windows Environments
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations are facing a seismic shift in the threat landscape brought about by the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum...
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Set to Enforce TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, Ushering a New Era in PC Gaming Security
The launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is poised to become a historic inflection point in the rapidly shifting landscape of PC gaming security. With Activision's announcement that both TPM 2.0...
How Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 Are Revolutionizing Anti-Cheat in Call of Duty and Battlefield
Call of Duty and Battlefield have shaped generations of PC gaming, their sprawling multiplayer arenas and vibrant esports scenes consistently testing the limits of competitive integrity. Yet, as...
EA Mandates Secure Boot for Battlefield 6 to Combat Cheating and Enhance Game Security
Electronic Arts (EA) has taken a significant step in enhancing anti-cheat measures for its upcoming title, Battlefield 6, by mandating the activation of Secure Boot for all PC players. This...
How to Enable Secure Boot for a Secure Windows 11 Upgrade: A Complete Guide
Upgrading to Windows 11 marks a significant leap in Microsoft's effort to create a more secure computing ecosystem for its users. Among the many stringent requirements introduced, Secure Boot stands...
Windows 11 Security: Enhancements, Best Practices, and Real-World Challenges
Windows 11 has arrived not just with its familiar new polish and productivity tweaks, but with a promise: fundamentally stronger security for both everyday users and IT professionals. Microsoft touts...
MSI MS-4136 and MS-4462 owners must enable TPM 2.0 in BIOS for Windows 11 security compliance.
Ensuring your Windows 11 PC meets Microsoft’s modern security standards is no longer an option—it’s a necessity, especially as the OS’s system requirements become more rigid and comprehensive...
Understanding TPM 2.0 and Its Crucial Role in Windows 11 Security
For many technology enthusiasts and professionals alike, the term Trusted Platform Module (TPM) was little more than engineering jargon until 2021, when Microsoft flipped the script with the launch...