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Making sure your device starts with trusted software.

Definition

Secure Boot checks that the software starting your device is trusted and hasn’t been replaced by malware.

In plain English Making sure your device starts with trusted software.

Why this matters

Why it matters: It helps stop low-level malware that could spy on you before the system even loads.

Example

Example: A computer refuses to boot if the bootloader was tampered with.