The 6 Best Methods to Lock Your Windows PC
Locking your computer is essential in preventing unattended access. Here are several great ways to do so in any version of Windows.
How to Automatically Lock Windows 7/8.1 Whenever You Leave Your Desk
Windows 10's new Dynamic Lock feature locks your PC whenever you step away from it. Here's how you can get that feature on Windows 7 or 8.1 without upgrading.
How to Automatically Lock Windows 10 Whenever You Leave Your Desk
Windows automatically locks after you're inactive for a while, but it's not instantaneous. Here's a new feature that lets you lock your computer automatically when you leave it.
4 Surprising Linux Security Issues You Should Be Aware Of
They say you should use Linux if you want security. That might be true, but you still need to be on your toes!
5 Sites and Apps to Beat Ransomware and Protect Yourself
Have you faced a ransomware attack so far, where some of your files are no longer accessible? Here are some of the tools you can use to prevent or solve these problems.
10 Easy Ways to Never Get a Virus
With a little basic training, you can completely avoid the problem of viruses and malware on your computers and mobile devices. Now you can calm down and enjoy the internet!
Are You Accidentally Encouraging Your Teenager to Hack?
The clues to your children's technology use could lie in the extra hardware they request, internet speed, or software. But is it leading to a life of cyber-crime?
What Does the Windows 10 "Creators Update" Do for Security?
What can we expect in the upcoming Windows 10 "Creators Update," set to arrive in early 2017? Where is the security boost coming from? Let's cast a security minded-eye over Windows 10 Build 1703.
5 Ways Your USB Stick Can Be a Security Risk
USB drives are useful for so many different things, but they can be problematic and dangerous if you don't take the right precautions.
How to Disable System Integrity Protection (and Why You Shouldn't)
There are more reasons to leave macOS' System Integrity Protection on than turn it off, but turning it off is easy.
5 Ways a USB Stick Can Improve Your Security
USB drives are usually the butt of security jokes because they can be vulnerable, but they can also be very useful for security when used in the right ways.
PIN or Password? What's Safer to Use in Windows 10
What is a Windows 10 PIN? Here's what you need to know about Windows 10 PIN security for protecting your account.
How to Permanently Delete Data From a Flash Drive
If you want to obliterate your flash drive so that nothing is recoverable, you'll need to take action. Here are a few simple methods you can use that require no technical expertise.
What You Don’t Know About Rootkits Will Scare You
If you don't know anything about rootkits, it's time to change that. What you don't know will scare the hell out of you, and force you to reconsider your data security.
9 Signs That Show You You're Being Hacked
It's not always easy to tell if your computer has been hacked, but there are a few signs that can tip you off. Keep an eye out for these nine indicators and act fast!
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Pay Ransomware Scammers
Ransomware is scary and you don't want to get hit by it -- but even if you do, there are compelling reasons why you should NOT pay said ransom!
How to Force Your PC Users to Change Passwords
Did you know that you can set the passwords of local PC accounts to expire? Here's how to set that up, and choose the number of days before passwords must be changed.
Crime, Terrorism, and Security: The Dark Side of Social Media
Social media isn't just cat memes and prank videos. Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr users can just as easily run into darker material distributed by technologically-skilled terrorist groups. What should you do about it?
4 Ways to Completely Delete Your HDD
When selling an old computer, or HDD, or even if you're just looking to dispose of it, securely erasing everything on your hard drive is very important. But how do you do that?
Firejail: A Simple Way to Improve Security on Linux
Everyone knows that Linux is more secure than Windows. But what about the apps? Are they safe? Firejail is a sandboxing tool that can help you secure your apps without making them unusable.