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Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Chip

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Chip: A tamper-resistant integrated circuit built into some computer motherboards that can perform cryptographic operations…

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A tamper-resistant integrated circuit built into some computer motherboards that can perform cryptographic operations (including key generation) and protect small amounts of sensitive information, such as passwords and cryptographic keys. (SP 800-111) (NISTIR)

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