To secure boot Windows 11, the process involves enabling Secure Boot through your PC's UEFI firmware (BIOS) settings, ensuring the system boots only using trusted software. Here are the steps:
- Check Secure Boot Status:
- Open the Start menu and type "System Information."
- Open the System Information app and find the "Secure Boot State."
- If it says "On," Secure Boot is already enabled. If "Off," it needs to be enabled.
- Access UEFI/BIOS Settings:
- Go to Settings > System > Recovery.
- Under "Advanced startup," click "Restart now."
- After restart, choose Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings and restart again.
- Alternatively, during PC startup, press the BIOS key (commonly Delete, F2, F10, F12, or Escape) to enter firmware settings.
- Enable Secure Boot:
- In the UEFI/BIOS menu, navigate to the Boot, Security, or Authentication tab.
- Find Secure Boot and change it to "Enabled" or "On."
- Save and exit the UEFI/BIOS settings. The PC will reboot with Secure Boot enabled.
- Verify Secure Boot is Enabled:
- After rebooting, again check the "Secure Boot State" in System Information to confirm it's "On."
Note: If your system is using Legacy BIOS mode instead of UEFI, Secure Boot cannot be enabled. You may need to convert to UEFI mode, which sometimes requires additional steps like backing up data. Enabling Secure Boot enhances system security by protecting Windows 11 from malware during the boot process and is a requirement for Windows 11.
