AI seems to be getting embedded in everything these days, and it’s coming to Microsoft Windows. It’s time now to ensure your policies are sufficient to handle the change and — risks — it will bring.

Some options to beef up security on your Windows computer aren't available in the Settings app. You can find them in the ...

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

Microsoft’s latest rollouts to Windows 11 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 include the arrival of Recall and hotpatching. Here are the security settings and recommendations to note. Windows 11 24H2 and ...

Over time, Windows or application updates can change a PC’s security posture by adding or removing components not originally part of the approved PC. Factor in regulatory compliance criteria, such as ...

Last summer's CrowdStrike meltdown caused billions of dollars in damage and exposed some fundamental architectural flaws in the Windows platform. A single flawed update from one vendor was enough to ...

To permanently remove Windows Security, use Local Group Policy Editor, Windows Registry tweaks, or the Windows Defender Remover tool. Be cautious— removal can leave your PC vulnerable. Always back up ...

If Windows Security shows Unknown status in Windows 11, this post may help you. Windows Security offers features and tools that protect your PC from threats, including viruses, malware, ransomware, ...

There’s no talk of locking down the Windows kernel just yet, but Microsoft clearly wants to move endpoint security systems out of there. There’s no talk of locking down the Windows kernel just yet, ...

If you are willing to try Microsoft's non-security updates for Windows 10 ahead of their public release as mandatory Patch Tuesday updates, it is now time to hit that "Check for update" button.

Update, March 31, 2025: This story, originally published March 29, has been updated with an explanation of LOLBINS as well as further technical information regarding the Windows Defender Application ...

Windows domains rely on policy-based security mechanisms, but Windows security policy deployment can be confusing to the uninitiated. What’s the difference between the local security policy, domain ...