If you’re on Windows 11, there’s a good chance you’re using BitLocker to protect your system files and personal data. BitLocker is enabled on most Windows 11 PCs by default, and that’s…
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Don’t wait ’til October to switch to Windows 11, security expert warns
In a recent blog post, Microsoft declared 2025 to be the “year of the Windows 11 PC refresh.” That’s because when October rolls around, official support for Windows 10 is going to…
Newbie’s guide to Windows BitLocker: Why you need it and how to set it up
BitLocker is a crucial Windows feature that helps secure the data on your PC. The full version of BitLocker is only available on Windows 11 Pro, but you can still use it…
Installing Windows 11 on old PCs is incredibly risky. Here’s why
Time is running out for older PCs running Windows 10, with less than a year to go until the operating system gets the axe. If you’ve no interest in buying a new…
CrowdStrike strikes again, this time crashing Office apps in Windows 11
Another week, another issue with Windows 11 24H2 cropping up. It’s been over a month since the major Windows 11 update began rolling out to users and we’ve seen network connectivity issues,…
How to auto-lock your PC when you step away (and why you should)
Whether you work in an office full of people, or you have roommates, or you just don’t want anyone snooping on your computer, it’s a good idea to always lock your PC…
Windows users are exposed to over 600 million cyber attacks every day
Microsoft recently released the Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2024, this year’s edition of the company’s annual cybersecurity report. In the 114-page document, Microsoft reveals — among other things — just how much…
Microsoft just made passkeys even easier to use in Windows 11
After some major blunders over the years, Microsoft has clearly been focusing more and more on security. Just this year, the company has plugged hundreds of security vulnerabilities across their various software…
Why you should be using Windows Hello to secure your PC
Modern Windows PCs often include some kind of biometric hardware, mainly in the form of facial recognition (using infrared cameras) or fingerprint scanning. Both of these features let you use Windows Hello…
This one security feature makes Windows 11 Pro worth every penny
I swear to you that I’m not pirating software, movies, or TV shows. Nor am I downloading anything “adult” while I’m working. But I’m still an unabashed fan of Windows Sandbox, which…