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TPM

TPM

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Short name for a computer security chip or a factory way to keep machines working
  • noun
  • Specialized
: TPM
  • We need to recognize that different parts of the organization will be at different maturities, and that the functional improvement work (improving our quality and maintenance systems, for example) and the process-based improvement work (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma) need to be integrated so everyone is working towards the same end goal.

Well, chances are that you don't have Secure Boot enabled, or your TPM isn't enabled, or both.

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Examples

  • The IT technician explained that a TPM chip provides hardware-based encryption for sensitive data.

  • Benjy Sarlin is a reporter for Talking Points Memo and co-writes the campaign blog, TPM2012.

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  • Ryan J. Reilly is a D.C.-based reporter for TPM.

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  • The national polling aggregate at TPM finds Obama up 2% from early September, corresponding to a nearly 4-point current lead.

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  • The Romney campaign has not responded to TPM's multiple requests for comment on whether they believe Ohio firefighters and cops are worthy of early voting rights.

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  • Jan McKnight of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation told TPM that a fellow staffer alerted her to Cramer's tweet with an email.

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  • A Nokia spokesperson confirmed to TPM that Nokia Here will be the official rebranding of Nokia Maps, which has been available under that brand name since 2007.

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  • The XPS 10 is one of several productivity-minded Windows RT slates available, targeting the business set with security features such as TPM, plus integration with corporate IT departments.

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  • To enhance security, the computer's TPM must be checked and enabled in the BIOS settings.

  • Before installing new software, ensure that the TPM is functioning correctly to prevent unauthorized access.

Surface Forms

TPM singular
TPMs plural

Etymology

TPM is a short name made from first letters and can mean either Trusted Platform Module or Total Productive Maintenance. A helpful way to remember is this: Trusted Platform Module is a small 'security chip' in a computer, while Total Productive Maintenance is a way to keep factory machines 'working' and productive.