So, I decided to perform a full system security audit of my Windows PC. It revealed something a bit concerning: software that ...

It’s common sense that if you have a Windows PC, you need a third-party security suite to protect it. Right? Well, maybe not. That might’ve been the common sense mantra for decades, but things are ...

Windows includes several built-in security features designed to protect your data and system. But some of them—like UAC ...

This feature ensures your account is safe. You must enter our Windows PIN or use the Security key to authenticate yourself whenever asked. However, follow these suggestions if you feel the prompt is ...

There are some situations where you might want to temporarily disable Windows' built-in security tool. I'll show you how to do it safely.

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November’s Patch Tuesday has finally come, and with it Microsoft has eliminated 89 security vulnerabilities across Windows and other Microsoft apps and services. Four of those vulnerabilities are ...

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If you encounter Event ID: 7043, The Windows Security Service did not shut down properly after receiving a preshutdown control in the Event Logs of your Windows ...