PCWorld outlines four essential security upgrades for new PCs: verifying Windows encryption settings, optimizing antivirus configurations, enabling biometric login, and setting up dedicated password ...

My BitLocker enabled computer won't boot without my USB.

The February Windows update preview is extensive. It includes new Secure Boot certificates and app and settings backups.

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Stuck in the frustrating Windows 11 Automatic Repair loop? Discover proven troubleshooting steps for 2026 to boot your PC smoothly and regain control. Step-by-step fixes that work.

Discover a step-by-step guide on how to setup Windows 11 registry backup safely. Protect your system data with reliable ...

Microsoft has released the KB5077241 optional cumulative update for Windows 11, which comes with 29 changes, including improvements to BitLocker, a new network speed test tool, and native System ...

File and folder security is crucial in this day and age. There are apps you can use to heighten the security of your files. These apps are free and available for desktop and mobile devices. The need ...

In February 2026, after the U.S. Department of Justice released millions of files from its investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a claim (archived) circulated online that Attorney ...

When Microsoft patched a vulnerability last summer that allowed threat actors to use Windows’ shortcut (.lnk) files in exploits, defenders might have hoped use of this tactic would decline. They were ...

My 6 favorite DNS services - and why they're a must for security ...

Cloud storage security has become essential as more sensitive personal and business data moves online. While most providers encrypt data at rest and in transit using AES-256 and TLS 1.3, server-side ...