This is then sent back to the other computer as a "remote attestation" about how your computer is configured.
Notably, it's an attestation that is outside of your own control - you can't override it or falsify it. That TPM in your computer isn't loyal to you, it doesn't take orders from you. It's a snitch that tells other people truthful things about your computer, including things you'd rather it not disclose.
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