Can I upgrade my old computer to Windows 11?

Upgrading old laptop to windows 11 can be a bit tricky due to the stringent hardware requirements, particularly the need for TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot. However, many users have found ways to bypass these requirements, though it’s important to note that doing so may expose you to some risks and could cause compatibility issues in the future. Here’s a breakdown of your situation and some options you have:

1. Checking for TPM
Given your CPU is from the 6th generation Intel Core line and you’ve mentioned uncertainty about TPM 2.0, it’s likely you won’t pass the official requirements without some workarounds. Before upgrading old laptop to windows 11, you should double-check if your computer actually has TPM. You can do this:

Press Windows + R and type tpm.msc, then press Enter. This should open the TPM management console.
If it says "The TPM is not detected", then it's likely you do not have TPM enabled or present.

2. Installation Workarounds

If you decide to take the plunge and bypass official checks, here are a couple of common methods people use to install Windows 11 on unsupported devices:

Registry Edit: Create a Windows 11 Installation Media: Use Microsoft's Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB drive or download an ISO.
Edit the Registry:

• Open the Registry Editor (regedit).
• Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup\MoSetup.
• Right-click on the right pane, choose New > DWORD (32-bit) and name it 
• AllowUpgradesWithUnsupportedTPMOrCPU.
• Set its value to 1.

Proceed with the Installation: Use the installation media you created. When prompted for installation, it should allow you to continue despite the hardware limitations.