When the IBM PC was new, I served as the president of the San Francisco PC User Group for three years. That’s how I met PCMag’s editorial team, who brought me on board in 1986. In the years since that ...

Malware can cripple a computer, steal personal data, and compromise security, yet protection doesn't always require paid software. By combining built-in tools, safe browsing habits, and free antivirus ...

I've always been paranoid about PC security. But over the years, Windows has genuinely stepped up its game with some powerful protection features that most people overlook. These security settings are ...

PCWorld outlines 10 free cybersecurity methods to protect Windows PCs from hackers, including password managers, two-factor authentication, and proper account management. These security practices ...

Windows Defender has several security settings, including some you need to switch on to get the utmost protection. Here's why.

Built into Windows 11 Pro, Enterprise, and Education, BitLocker encrypts your system drive to protect it against unauthorized access. Normally, a person who grabs your computer might be able to ...

Dianna Gunn built her first WordPress website in 2008. Since then, she's poured thousands of hours into understanding how websites and online businesses work. She's shared what she's learned on blogs ...

Automatic backups are essential for safeguarding your data from hardware failures, ransomware attacks, and accidental deletions. By setting up scheduled backups, you ensure files, applications, and ...

Q: What’s Windows Hello, and should I be using it? A: If you’re like most computer users, getting into your PC involves typing in a password or maybe even a PIN. Windows Hello is akin to what most of ...

Windows users who don't always install the updates rolled out by Microsoft each month for Patch Tuesday will want to install the ones for June. That's because the latest round of patches fixes a flaw ...