pc security

A seismic shift is underway in the Windows landscape, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most pivotal moments in PC history. As the October end-of-life deadline for Windows 10 fast approaches, nearly 500 million users still face a daunting choice: upgrade to Windows 11 and ensure continued...

The looming end of support for Windows 10 in October 2025 has triggered a wave of uncertainty and, for some, frustration among users and businesses alike. As Microsoft prepares to cease complimentary security updates and software fixes for its decade-old operating system, millions of PC owners...

Smart App Control, a relatively recent addition to Windows 11’s arsenal of security features, marks a decisive shift in how Microsoft envisions frontline protection for everyday users. With threats growing craftier and more frequent, rigorous defenses have become less of a luxury and more of a...

Upgrading to Windows 11 Pro can significantly enhance your PC gaming experience, offering advanced features that optimize performance, improve visuals, and provide robust security. With a current promotional price of $14.97 through June 1, this upgrade presents a compelling opportunity for...

Beneath the surface of today’s desktop and laptop computers lies a layer of software that rarely leaves the spotlight: the firmware, the invisible gatekeeper that bridges your hardware and software worlds. For most, this means living in the familiar realm of BIOS or the increasingly ubiquitous...

In 2025, the landscape of free antivirus software for Windows 11 users offers robust protection without the need for financial investment. This article evaluates five leading free antivirus programs, highlighting their features, performance, and suitability for different user needs. 1...

The looming end of Windows 10 support on October 14, 2025, marks a turning point for millions of users worldwide and has sparked waves of questions, particularly around the future of vital productivity tools like Microsoft 365 apps. As organizations and individuals take stock of the approaching...

For millions of Windows users around the globe, the past several years have been defined by a relentless push from Microsoft to migrate from Windows 10 to the newer Windows 11 operating system. Despite persistent nudges, messaging, and the lure of free upgrades, around 700 million PCs worldwide...

A startling breakthrough in the continually evolving landscape of PC operating systems was recently reported: Windows 11, Microsoft’s flagship OS, is successfully running on a Huawei HarmonyOS PC, thanks to a creative workaround involving virtualization. This test, initially documented by an...

Before diving into complex troubleshooting or hardware upgrades, knowing how to check your BIOS version in Windows 11 can be an invaluable first step. Most Windows users don’t think to do this until confronted with nagging compatibility issues or when planning upgrades for core components like...

With every fresh Windows 11 installation, users are greeted not only by the familiar and modernized interface but also by a sense of untapped potential—features lurking just beneath the surface, waiting to be enabled. For newcomers and power users alike, the default Windows environment can feel...

As Microsoft edges closer to ending support for Windows 10, a compelling opportunity has surfaced for those yet to make the leap to Windows 11. A growing number of promotions, most notably the widely-circulated $14.97 deal for a Windows 11 Pro license—down from the official $199 MSRP—have...

For users of Windows 11, the experience of staying updated with Microsoft’s latest releases is increasingly becoming less optional and more a component of the operating system’s life cycle. Microsoft’s approach to its most recent “feature update”—Windows 11 24H2—marks a substantial change for...

Windows Hello has brought significant convenience and security to the login process for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users, leveraging biometric authentication—primarily facial recognition—to replace traditional passwords. While many modern laptops are now shipping with built-in IR cameras capable...

When Microsoft unveiled Windows 11, few requirements grabbed more attention and controversy than the stipulation for TPM 2.0. For many everyday users, this demand seemed abstract, leading to confusion and even frustration as would-be upgraders found their otherwise capable older systems suddenly...

Microsoft’s ongoing free Windows 11 upgrade campaign represents one of the most significant transitions in the history of the Windows operating system, carrying profound implications for hundreds of millions of users worldwide. As April 2025 statistics reveal, momentum behind Windows 11 adoption...

As Microsoft’s official support for Windows 10 approaches its end in October 2025, many PC users are feeling pressure to upgrade to Windows 11 and benefit from ongoing security updates, feature improvements, and compatibility with modern software. However, there’s a roadblock for a significant...

When setting up a new Windows PC, especially Windows 11, taking the time to adjust critical security settings immediately can save you from a world of trouble later. The excitement of customizing a fresh device often overshadows the essential task of locking down security essentials. Yet, a...

It’s tempting to leap straight into customizing a new Windows 11 PC—installing favorite apps, adjusting the wallpaper, tweaking just about every setting until the whole machine feels unmistakably yours. But amidst the excitement, the crucial work of securing your device can quietly slip through...

Microsoft has officially launched the Recall feature in Windows 11, nearly a year after its initial announcement. This feature is currently available exclusively on Copilot+ PCs, a specialized category of Windows 11 systems introduced in the past year. Recall continuously captures screenshots of...