Fortunately, it's quite simple to know if your PC has a TPM module or not, says XDA-Developers. Here is a quick guide that's easy to follow if you have at least basic computer know-how.

However, because it doesn't have a TPM 2.0 module, Microsoft recommends you throw it out and get a more recent processor, which is pretty wasteful.

Microsoft announced Windows 11 yesterday with a controversial requirement for all computers running the upcoming operating system to have a TPM. Why did it do this and what are the implications?

It's entitled 'What is Trusted Platform Module in Windows 11?' and as you'd expect, the post explains not just that, but the benefits of TPM 2.0, which is part of the compulsory system ...

Trusted Platform Module or TPM is a dedicated chip installed on your motherboard. If there are some issues with this chip, you cannot find the corresponding setting in the BIOS.

Windows 11 requires a Trusted Platform Module 2.0 as part of its hardware requirements, but only a very select handful of people will ever need to buy a physical module for their motherboard ...

Windows 11 system requirements have been revealed as part of its official announcement, and scalpers are now hoarding one hardware included in the specs.