Windows includes several built-in security features designed to protect your data and system. But some of them—like UAC ...

Most Windows users have come to terms with the fact that Microsoft doesn't deserve praise for its implementation of the ...

To change the setting, open the Settings app in Windows 11, then navigate to System > AI Components > Agents. Select the ...

There are some situations where you might want to temporarily disable Windows' built-in security tool. I'll show you how to do it safely.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Zak Doffman writes about security, surveillance and privacy. Now the Windows-maker has issued another warning, flagging “the ...

Microsoft announced today a new Windows 11 Copilot feature called Copilot Actions that enables AI agents to perform real tasks on local files and applications. The feature will be rolling out soon to ...

TL;DR: Microsoft's latest Windows 11 preview build enforces mandatory Microsoft account sign-in during setup, removing previous local account bypasses. This change targets power users and ...

Windows Firewall Control is a nifty little application which extends the functionality of the Windows Firewall and provides quick access to the most frequent options of Windows Firewall. It runs in ...

In the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, Microsoft has introduced various new features in Windows 11 designed to protect users from modern workplace threats. Among such features, Smart App ...

Microsoft says the August 2025 security updates are triggering unexpected User Account Control (UAC) prompts and app installation issues for non-admin users across all supported Windows versions. This ...

TL;DR: Windows 11 build 26200.5742 continues the gradual migration of legacy Control Panel features to the Settings app. In this preview release, Microsoft has shifted across some time and ...

Warning: Editing the Windows Registry can cause serious system issues if done incorrectly. Follow these steps carefully, and only modify keys you fully understand. Always create a backup of your ...