If Security Center is turned off or missing, Windows cannot correctly show your protection status in the Windows Security app. This usually means the ...

Microsoft has expanded its Windows 11 administrator protection tests, allowing Insiders to enable the security feature from the Windows Security settings. First introduced in October in a preview ...

Windows is far better today at protecting your security out of the box compared to how it once was, but Windows Security and associated tools still aren’t perfect. You need to look out for threats ...

PCWorld highlights Smart App Control, a crucial Windows 11 security feature that screens apps through Microsoft’s cloud service to protect against malware and compromised executables. A February 2026 ...

Windows Security does more than just basic virus protection. It guards against phishing, blocks ransomware, and prevents malicious apps from running. However, these features aren't easy to ...

Not all Windows updates are security updates, but even scheduled cumulative updates that add new features to the operating system platform sometimes impact security areas. Take, for example, the ...

Microsoft account security is essential for protecting data across Outlook, Xbox, and Windows devices. Unprotected accounts are prime targets for phishing, ransomware, and unauthorized access, making ...

Now Microsoft has confirmed three zero-day Windows security bypass vulnerabilities, users are warned to get their update groove on ASAP.

We explore how Windows Security and Microsoft Defender protect your Windows 11 computer and why you might want to consider an alternative. Dianna Gunn built her first WordPress website in 2008. Since ...

Microsoft plans to release a major security enhancement to Windows 11 that promises to prevent breaches from threat actors using stolen credentials. The new Administrator Protection feature is an ...

With Microsoft set to stop security updates for Windows 10 in October — unless you pay extra — security is top of mind for many businesses and individual users right now. And whether you’re planning ...