PCWorld outlines four essential security upgrades for new PCs: enabling biometric login through Windows Hello, verifying encryption settings, optimizing antivirus configurations, and setting up ...

Security researchers have discovered a new Android malware that masquerades as a security solution. Here's what you need to ...

Microsoft wants to introduce smartphone-style app permission prompts in Windows 11 to request user consent before apps can ...

Windows 11 is adding Baseline Security Mode to block unsigned apps, services, and drivers by default, plus new consent prompts for sensitive access and bundled installs, with exceptions when needed ...

According to TechCrunch’s ongoing tally, including the most recent data spill involving uMobix, there have been at least 27 stalkerware companies since 2017 that are known to have been hacked, or ...

Security keys are the most secure way to stop SIM swaps and phishing attacks. Step-by-step instructions for Google, Apple, ...

A new safety app at UTC includes a panic button, ride requests, location sharing and remote monitoring. The university is also planning to implement panic alarms on walls and computers.

Now that Windows 10 has reached the end of support, it's increasingly appealing to cybercriminals. While upgrading is recommended, you don't have to switch immediately—here's how you can keep your ...

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Small-business owners, entrepreneurs and startups can learn how to protect their Windows 11 systems from hackers Thursday, Feb. 19.

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Signal is the best sexting app for most people, and it was a favorite among the experts I spoke with. This encrypted messaging app isn’t a place to find new sexting buddies, but it is a great app for ...