Support for Windows 10 has ended, putting your system at risk. You don't have to upgrade—here's how to stay protected.

Microsoft explains if Windows 11 needs third-party antivirus in 2026 as Defender matches top tools and AI-driven threats ...

None of that is surprising or different to the monthly norm for PC owners. What is different, Microsoft says, is that ...

For years, installing a third-party antivirus on a Windows PC felt non-negotiable. Today, however, the landscape has changed. Microsoft has improved its built-in security suite by adding features such ...

I always want to make sure my new Windows PC is protected against security threats. Here are five things I do with that goal in mind.

Beyond fixing a host of security vulnerabilities, the latest Patch Tuesday will display your Secure Boot status to make sure ...

Considering how much sensitive data your PC holds, you’ll want it locked down tight. Windows does a decent job out of the box, but a you can boost your security ...

A security researcher published details of three security vulnerabilities in Windows Defender, and the code used to exploit ...

The BlueHammer, RedSun and UnDefend flaws put all Windows users at risk since they turn the operating system’s antivirus ...

Windows doesn’t offer a single switch to disable Exploit Protection completely. You can only disable individual mitigations system-wide or per app. We strongly recommend turning it off only for ...

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’s April 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 165 vulnerabilities, including two zero-days, in one of the company’s largest ...