Learn how to open and configure Windows Defender settings in Windows 11 to protect your PC from viruses and online threats.

New malware seems to pop up every single day. If you're concerned about the growing cybersecurity issues, and you use a Windows PC, there are a couple of things you can do to help improve your PC's ...

Windows 11 version 23H2 will stop getting security updates on November 11, 2025. If you’re still running this version, released back in October 2023, your PC won’t receive the monthly patches that ...

Some users complained about this issue that when they access BitLocker on their Windows 11/10 computer, they see a For your security, some settings are managed by your system administrator message on ...

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In today’s digital age, optimizing your Windows operating system for speed and privacy is essential. Many default settings can slow down your PC performance or compromise your personal information.

In brief: Microsoft's latest Windows 11 update continues the company's push to modernize the operating system, replacing legacy control panel tools, expanding AI features, and strengthening security.

Windows Defender is a capable antivirus solution built into Windows itself. Unless you’ve installed a different antivirus program on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC, your PC is using it right now.

It’s tempting to jump straight into personalizing a new Windows 11 PC — apps, wallpaper, the works. I’ve been there. There’s just something about tweaking a new machine that makes it feel like yours.

Microsoft says the ESU program is "not intended as a long-term solution but rather as a temporary bridge to stay secure while one migrates to a newer, supported platform."  Windows security ...

Are you getting a Windows Security message “These files can’t be opened” when trying to open a file on Windows 11/10? Here is a complete guide on how you can get rid of the These files can’t be opened ...

If Windows can no longer communicate properly with the network or the internet, the open source tool NetAdapter Repair is an ideal tool. Once started, various buttons are available to repair ...