Do you still need third-party antivirus on your Windows PC?

Earlier this year, Microsoft quietly deleted a post that argued Windows 11's built-in Microsoft Defender Antivirus was good ...
Mashable

Teenagers are using a $5 Minecraft malware called WeedHack to target and cyberbully victims

Minecraft is one of the most popular games on the planet. So, of course, that makes Minecraft players a prime target for hackers. In a new cybersecurity report, researchers from McAfee Labs describe ...
ZDNet

My new favorite Windows app made my PC safer and more reliable - and it's free

Most of the Windows apps you use are in the Store or the WinGet repository. UniGetUI is a free, open-source app that's easy to use. It's also a great way to back up and transfer a collection of apps.
Lifehacker

Two Ways to Completely Remove Microsoft Copilot From Windows 11

Pranay Parab is an independent tech journalist based in Mumbai, India. He covers tech for Lifehacker, and specializes in tutorials and in-depth features. I don't mind using AI services once in a while ...
CSOonline

Microsoft disrupts malware code-signing service used by ransomware gangs

Cybercriminals paid between $5,000 and $9,000 to make their malware harder to detect on Windows, highlighting its effectiveness and a shift in how the cybercrime market operates. Microsoft has ...
Nextgov

Microsoft disrupts cybercrime service offering malware disguised as legitimate software

The downstream impact of that service’s operations “has resulted in attacks against a broad range of industry sectors” in the U.S. and other nations, the company said. Industry Cyber Threats Microsoft ...
TweakTown

Windows Using Too Much RAM? Here's How to Fix It

Use left and right arrow keys to seek audio. Does your Windows PC feel slow, freeze during simple tasks, and show RAM usage spiking close to 100% in Task Manager? While heavy RAM usage by processes ...
AOL

Fake Windows update installs hidden malware

If you've ever clicked "Check for updates" and trusted what you saw, you're not alone. That's exactly what this latest scam is counting on. The page mimics official branding, includes a believable ...
TechSpot

Malware campaign lures users with fake Windows Update website

Editor's take: Microsoft has increasingly turned Windows Update into a point of frustration for some users, all while cybercriminals continue to exploit weaknesses in the Windows platform to deploy ...
HotHardware

Stealthy Malware Campaign Uses Fake Windows Update Site To Infect PCs

A new malware campaign has been uncovered by the security researchers at Malwarebytes Labs, which steals sensitive and personal information from unsuspecting Windows users. It has proven to be an ...
TweakTown

Six signs your Windows PC might be infected with malware

Use left and right arrow keys to seek audio. The longer your computer stays infected, the greater the risk to your security and privacy. But how do you know when it's infected so you can take action?
TechRepublic

10 Powerful Ways to Use PowerShell Across Windows, Linux, and macOS

PowerShell can do far more than most users realize. Explore 10 hidden capabilities that save time, improve reporting, and supercharge your workflow. If you spend any time working with systems, chances ...