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How to check and enable Secure Boot on your Windows PC

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Tom's Hardware

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To prepare for Windows 11 or gaming like Battlefield 6, ensuring Secure Boot is enabled on your Windows PC is crucial. Secure Boot, part of UEFI BIOS, aims to secure the boot process against malicious software. Windows 11 mandates Secure Boot and TPM for installation, with many games also requiring these features for anti-cheat functionality. You can check and enable Secure Boot by verifying its status in Windows or using PowerShell, then accessing your motherboard's UEFI BIOS settings to turn it on. This added security measure enhances system protection and compatibility with modern software.