Security software should ideally be easy to use and should detect and remove every piece of malware — all without slowing your computer down or sounding false alarms. It should also tackle all ...

These security settings are sitting right there, unused. More importantly, cybercriminals are counting on you not to find them. Windows Sandbox creates a completely isolated virtual environment where ...

An issue in Windows Firewall with Advanced Security for Windows 11 24H2 was prompted by a feature in development, but not fully implemented.

I'm often asked what security software to use. I don't make buying recommendations for commercial products, but I can give general advice — including which software to avoid. Julie Arnsdorf of ...

Rick Broida: We Don’t Need No Stinking Security Software. Security software is a scam. A rip-off. A waste of money, a pain in the neck, and a surefire way to bring even the speediest PC to a crawl.

Our Top Security Suite Picks. Best Overall: G Data InternetSecurity 2012 The interface isn’t wonderful, but G Data’s software is our top pick on the strength of its excellent malware detection ...

You have antivirus, a VPN, and other security software on your PC, phone, and tablet, but how do you know if they're keeping you safe? Here are a dozen tips for performing your own security checkup.

Now that the fastest-growing threats on the Internet are Web sites and emails that help criminals steal sensitive financial data, security software is shifting its focus to helping consumers ...

Just because you have antivirus software installed on your PC doesn't mean a zero-day Trojan can't steal your personal data. The best encryption software keeps you safe from malware (and the NSA).

Realizing this stark fact, PC vendors are beginning to appreciate security as a powerful differentiator. Once, we counted on antivirus software to protect us. But at this new level of risk ...

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a high-severity warning for users of Microsoft Windows and Office products. The advisory, published in July 2025, outlines multiple ...

Been Using Avast myself since January 2006, Always Update My 3rd party software on each and every PC, Have Tried other antivirus programs over the years, but after trying for a while, usually end ...