Microsoft confirms restrictions on Linux

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 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 a means to disable the UEFI secure boot mode. This means that the purchaser can use a non-digitally signed operating system. 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 The UEFI Secure Boot mode can be prevented from 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.