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mjg59 on June 4, 2012 | parent | context | favorite | on: Microsoft Bans Linux/Android Dual-Booting on Windo...

You have anything to back up that assertion? It doesn't match what I've been told.

Edit: Right, user key enrolment is impossible on the ARM devices, but we've had no indication that the signing service will be restricted to x86-only.

tmzt on June 4, 2012 [–]

So your understanding is that manufacturers will still be able to add their own "instant boot" capability for media playback or quick access to contacts, but will have to have the system image signed by Microsoft to do this?

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