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While most Windows users rely on the classic password or a cheeky PIN as their first—and, all too often, only—line of defense, a revolution in laptop locking is quietly unfolding at the intersection of high-tech security and the humble USB flash drive. Imagine transforming your forgettable thumb...

They beckon seductively from restaurant tabletops, leap out at us from bus ads, and dangle from the bottom of suspicious emails like a worm on a fishing line—QR codes, those enigmatic square mazes of pixels, are now as much a fixture of daily life as the coffee-ring stains around them. Yet...

How to Scan Your Computer for Viruses and Malware Using Free Windows Tools Is your computer running unusually slow? Are you seeing strange pop-ups or experiencing unexplained crashes? Your system might be infected with viruses or malware, but the good news is you don't have to spend a dime on...

Changing your Outlook password is more than just an exercise in clicking buttons—it’s a crucial security step in today’s digital landscape. With the ever-evolving threat of cyberattacks and the rapid pace of interface updates from Microsoft, keeping your credentials fresh and robust is...

Windows XP may be a blast from the past, but for those who need its unique legacy support and minimal interface for specific legacy applications, it still holds a special place. Although Microsoft ended support way back on April 8, 2014, and fully removed the ISO files from its servers by 2022...

Renaming your Windows device might seem like a minor tweak, but it carries significant benefits, especially if you're juggling multiple machines or managing an IT fleet. This guide from Microsoft Support walks you through the process, and here at WindowsForum.com, we’re excited to break down the...

A recent study from cybersecurity vendor Proofpoint has thrown down the gauntlet regarding vulnerabilities in Microsoft 365 environments. The findings paint a startling picture: nearly 78% of Microsoft 365 tenants have faced targeted account takeover attempts, with attackers leveraging...

Managing user accounts in Windows is like organizing your closet—each account is akin to a separate drawer, allowing every user (whether family, friend, or co-worker) to have their own space for settings, files, and apps. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about...

Dreaming of pulling off your own personalized Windows setup like some kind of IT wizard? Building a custom Windows ISO might just be the deep dive into geekdom you’ve been looking for. Whether you’re a techie who loves minimal telemetry or someone itching for a time-saving convenience in setting...

When we think of phishing, we traditionally imagine poorly executed emails riddled with typos that even the most casual observer could spot as fraudulent. But let’s be crystal clear: phishing isn’t what it used to be. Welcome to "HubPhish," an advanced phishing initiative targeting 20,000...

In the latest cybersecurity blind spot to be exposed, Microsoft Sway, a unique presentation tool within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, has come under fire for being hijacked by cybercriminals to deliver sophisticated "quishing" attacks. But before you run to disable Sway from your organization's...

Hi Guys I was just going through my emails and I saw one marked "Prime Alert". The message said... Unfortunately, we were unable to process your Amazon Prime membership payment. But don't worry, it's easy to solve & We are here to help! Your payment failed for the following reason: Declined...

Hi I've been getting Phishing emails in the last few days. I got one from my bank saying that someone had tried to log into my account and asked me to input my Account information and Password, to confirm that I was the account holder. It said that if I didn't do this immediately my account...

Original release date: August 01, 2015 Systems Affected Microsoft Windows Systems, Adobe Flash Player, and Linux Overview Between June and July 2015, the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) received reports of multiple, ongoing and likely evolving, email-based phishing...

Original release date: January 02, 2014 Systems Affected Point of Sale Systems Overview Point of Sale Systems When consumers purchase goods or services from a retailer, the transaction is processed through what are commonly referred to as Point of Sale (POS) systems. POS systems consist of...

Many may, already, know this... IF you are the only person accessing your Desktop PC IF you have no reason to think it could or would be used by another person, certainly not w/out you knowing. IF it 'demands' a P/W @ Bootup IF you would rather not bother w/ that... > cmd (Admin) Type...

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