However, Kochis says "there really isn't any connection" between the issues with WGA that have occurred recently and Microsoft's decision to discontinue reduced functionality mode. "The overall ...

Microsoft's Software Protection Platform, which debuts in Windows Vista, has been the subject of much fear, uncertainty and doubt. Find out the truth about this controversial new antipiracy ...

However, in this scenario, you notice that the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is in reduced functionality mode. In this situation, the TPM Management console (TPM.msc) reports the following issue: ...

This could be especially problematic on an overseas business trip, as Vista is bumped back into reduced functionality mode when it fails to activate within three days. Topic — Microsoft ...