Technology Record - Issue 22: Autumn 2021

57 least 64 gigabytes. Given that the Windows 11 OS will likely exceed 50 gigabytes itself, it is key for organisations to ensure they have sufficient storage capacity and go above and beyond min- imum requirements. The release of Windows 11 has many potential benefits and appears to offer a more seamless and secure experience for computer users and organisations alike. As outlined above, whether an organisation should make the leap to upgrade to Windows 11 is defined, in part, with how compatible its assets are, and what IT refresh stage it is at. Considering technology shifts, hardware updates will likely be limited by the ability to upgrade. It’s important to consider the fact that fewer suppliers will be producing legacy technol- ogy when debating an upgrade versus refresh. But for those that are in the mid-stages of a computer refresh cycle, this provides an oppor- tunity to elongate the life cycle of devices, increasing performance, security and offering a better user experience. Upgrading memory and SSDs allows businesses to do this at a fraction of the cost of acquiring new devices. Whatever an organisation’s requirements or needs, Kingston Technology has experts on hand to guide it on what is most suitable. Whether it’s SSD, memory or USBs, our Ask an Expert ser- vice offers objective advice on how businesses can achieve their goals. Robert Allen is director of marketing and technical services at Kingston Technology Learn more about 16 gigabit DRAM at kingston. com/memory/the-benefits-of-16gbit-ddr4-dram To find out if your device(s) has TPM 2.0, search for ‘Windows Security’ from the start menu, select ‘Device Security’ then ‘Security processor details’ and check that ‘Specification Version’ is 2.0. If in doubt, please consult the Windows 11 compatibility checker or contact us via our ‘Ask an Expert’ service. Find out more at: www.kingston.com/askanexpert