Microsoft Represents Third-Party Operating System on Windows 8 ARM

Microsoft has released a document stating that the use of the Windows 8 UEFI Secure Boot feature implies that operating systems based on ARM systems, including tablets and laptops, will not be able to run any third-party operating system. When Microsoft pointed out that it would promote the use of secure boot functions through mandatory means, this feature requires any startup time code to be digitally signed with a keyword. Microsoft's plan for UEFI secure boot function was obtained at the end of last year. Some attention. The company appears to be counting on third-party operating systems such as GNU/Linux. However, Microsoft quickly issued a statement to indicate a counterattack. In the statement, Microsoft has straightforwardly stated that original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) will provide buyers with the means to disable the UEFI secure boot mode, which will enable purchases. You can use an operating system that is not digitally signed. Unfortunately, it seems that Microsoft has missed a key point in its statement that the ARM-based operating system is not included. According to Microsoft's latest certification requirements document for Windows 8, traditional desktops and laptops that are not based on the ARM operating system will allow a custom mode that allows users to block UEFI secure boot mode. Running. As a result, if manufacturers want to stick the Windows logo to their products, those based on ARM operating systems and low-energy laptops will have this capability in the future.