Secure Boot Archives

AppWizard

August 16, 2025

Battlefield 6 Open Beta: How to Play This Weekend and What’s New

EA and DICE are set to launch Battlefield 6 on October 10, featuring a storyline involving NATO and a private military organization called Pax Armata. An open beta weekend runs through August 17, available on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. To participate, players must link their EA account to their platform account and download the beta client. Minimum System Requirements for PC: - OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) - CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X or Intel Core i5-8400 - Memory: 16GB RAM - GPU: AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT 6GB or Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 - Storage: 55GB available space Recommended System Requirements for PC: - OS: Windows 11 (64-bit) - CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel Core i7-10700 - Memory: 16GB RAM - GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT or Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Ti - Storage: 80GB available space During the first beta weekend, players experienced maps including central Cairo, Tajikistan, and Gibraltar. The second weekend will introduce a new map, Empire State, set in Brooklyn, and feature at least seven game modes: Conquest, Closed Weapon Conquest, Breakthrough, Domination, King of the Hill, Rush, and Squad Deathmatch. Additional modes may be revealed, and players can earn rewards through challenges to redeem upon the game's full release.

Winsage

August 15, 2025

Windows 10 update KB5063709 prepares support extension until October 2026

Official mainstream support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, 2025. Users without the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program will not receive security updates after this date, while those enrolled in the ESU can receive critical updates until October 13, 2026. The KB5063709 update introduces an "Enroll now" button in the Windows Update section, allowing users to register for the ESU program. This update also fixes issues with the ESU logon wizard crashing and includes enhancements such as core file system optimizations, input method adjustments, secure boot improvements, and updates for mobile profile settings. KB5063709 upgrades Windows 10, version 22H2, to build number 19045.6216 and version 21H2 to build number 19044.6216. Users can register for the ESU program through a Microsoft account, Microsoft Rewards points, or a one-time fee, and those with local accounts must create a Microsoft account to enroll.

AppWizard

August 13, 2025

BIOS shock: getting past Battlefield 6’s anti-cheat error was the faffiest thing a PC game has ever required of me

PC gaming enthusiasts faced technical challenges accessing the Battlefield 6 beta due to a security error indicating that "Secure Boot is not enabled." Secure Boot is a feature in Windows 10 and 11 that ensures only safe software loads during startup, but enabling it requires navigating the BIOS menu, which can be complex and risky. EA's guidance on enabling Secure Boot led to further complications, including issues with disk partition compatibility that required converting from MBR to GPT. Additionally, EA's anti-cheat software, Javelin, necessitates Secure Boot for enhanced security against cheating, a trend also seen in other gaming companies' anti-cheat systems. EA reported blocking over 330,000 cheat attempts during the beta weekend, though concerns about the effectiveness of these measures remain.

Winsage

August 12, 2025

Windows 10 KB5063709 update fixes extended security updates enrollment

Microsoft has released the KB5063709 cumulative update for Windows 10 versions 22H2 and 21H2, addressing a critical bug that prevented users from enrolling in extended security updates. This mandatory update includes Microsoft's July 2025 Patch Tuesday security updates, resolving one zero-day vulnerability and 136 other flaws. After installation, Windows 10 version 22H2 will be upgraded to build 19045.6216, and version 21H2 will transition to build 19044.6216. Users can manually check for updates in Settings under Windows Update, and they can also download the update from the Microsoft Update Catalog. Key changes and fixes in the KB5063709 update include: - Fixed an issue affecting the Windows 10 Extended Security Updates enrollment wizard. - Updated enhancements to Country and Operator Settings Asset profiles. - Introduced the capability to deploy SKUSiPolicy VBS Anti-rollback protections via Secure Boot. - Fixed stability issues on certain devices following the May 2025 security update. - Fixed issues with the Microsoft Changjie Input Method, emoji panel search functionality, and phonetic input methods for Hindi and Marathi keyboards. Microsoft has confirmed there are no known issues associated with this update.

AppWizard

August 11, 2025

Battlefield 6 Open Beta on PC: How to turn on secure boot in multiplayer shooter game; follow the steps to enter warfare

EA's Dice studio has released the first public beta version of Battlefield 6, with the full game set for release on October 10, 2025. The beta will last two weekends, with the first open beta running until August 11, 2025, and the second weekend starting on August 14, 2025, and ending on August 16. Players may need to enable Secure Boot to play, as it enhances security during the PC boot process. Secure Boot is essential for Windows 10 and Windows 11, ensuring only trusted software loads at startup. Battlefield 6 requires Secure Boot to enhance defenses against cheating using the EA Javelin Anticheat system. To check if Secure Boot is enabled, players can access System Information and look for the BIOS Mode and Secure Boot State. To enable Secure Boot, players must access the BIOS, which varies by motherboard brand, typically using keys like F2, F10, F12, or Delete during startup. For Windows 11 users, they can enter the BIOS through the Windows Recovery Environment.

AppWizard

August 9, 2025

Battlefield 6’s anti-cheat has already stopped 330,000 ‘attempts to cheat’ in the open beta, but players are still calling out wallhackers who slip through the net

The Battlefield 6 open beta has seen reports of cheaters using wall hacks, despite EA's implementation of the Javelin anti-cheat system. EA's anti-cheat team has noted that Secure Boot is not a definitive solution and requires ongoing data to adapt to new cheating methods. Players need relatively new gaming rigs to participate, and those on Linux systems are excluded. The presence of cheaters on the first day raises concerns about the effectiveness of anti-cheat measures ahead of the beta's wider release on August 9. The community hopes that the influx of players will not lead to increased cheating, aiming for a balanced gaming experience.

AppWizard

August 9, 2025

Despite requiring Secure Boot, Battlefield 6 already has cheaters

EA and DICE announced that Battlefield 6 will require Secure Boot State, a BIOS setting accessible to most users, alongside the implementation of EA’s Javelin anti-cheat system. The early appearance of cheaters in the game's Open Beta has raised concerns among players. Secure Boot is a security feature that ensures only trusted software can run during system startup, preventing malicious software from loading. Most motherboards released in the last five to six years support Secure Boot, but enabling it may be complicated for some users. The presence of hacks in the game has led to frustration, as players expected Secure Boot and the Javelin anti-cheat system to provide effective protection against cheating.

Winsage

August 8, 2025

Ask Engadget: What are my options when Windows 10 support ends on October 14?

Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Users can continue to operate their Windows 10 PCs after this date, but they will not receive customer support, security updates, or upgrades, making the system vulnerable. Upgrading to Windows 11 is the best option for most users, provided their hardware meets the minimum requirements. Users can check compatibility with Microsoft's PC Health Check app. If a PC cannot support Windows 11, users may consider buying a new PC, with prices typically ranging from 0 to ,200. Alternatively, users can continue using Windows 10, which poses significant security risks without updates. Another option is to pay for the Windows 10 Extended Security Update (ESU) for an additional year of support until October 13, 2026, available for a fee or Microsoft reward points.

Winsage

August 8, 2025

Installing Windows 11 on older hardware

Microsoft will cease free support for Windows 10 in October 2025, ending security updates for users. Windows 11 requires specific hardware, including a 64-bit CPU, TPM 2.0, and Secure Boot, but can be installed on older devices using workarounds. The Rufus tool allows users to create a modified USB stick that bypasses these hardware checks. Users can download the Windows 11 ISO, integrate it into Rufus, and create a customized installation medium. The installation process can retain personal data and installed programs, but annual feature updates may require manual installation. UEFI mode and Secure Boot can be bypassed, but transitioning to UEFI is recommended. Upgrading hardware, such as adding RAM or installing an NVMe SSD, can improve performance on older systems.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Battlefield 6 Open Beta Forces PC Gamers to Mess About With Their BIOS to Enable Secure Boot — and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Is Next

Battlefield 6 requires players to enable Secure Boot on PC to access the Open Beta. EA has published a user guide to assist players in enabling Secure Boot, which involves accessing the BIOS and ensuring that TPM 2.0 is activated and the Windows disk is formatted as GPT. This requirement may be challenging for less experienced PC gamers. Activision has also announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will mandate Secure Boot for PC players. The shift towards requiring TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot is aimed at enhancing game security and combating cheating in competitive multiplayer games.