When you first set up a new computer, Windows prompts you to set a password for your account. You may have missed or skipped that step, or previously removed the ...

Other than securing your local account with a password or a PIN, one can set and use BIOS or UEFI passwords on their Windows computer. In this post, we see how you can set up an Administrator or ...

Don't be daunted by the setup process for Microsoft's latest OS—here's what you need to know. Reading time 5 minutes If you’ve recently unwrapped a brand new Windows 11 computer or perhaps built one ...

Most of us have a habit of using the same password for a long time. This is dangerous, mainly if the password is used in multiple places. It is possible that in a security breach, the password was ...

Western Digital's Passport external hard drives come with preinstalled software that enables you to monitor drive health and password protect the entire disk. In situations where you have sensitive ...

Sharing a computer with multiple people can be challenging, especially when it comes to protecting that PC against security risks. Whether you use a shared PC at home, in a home office, or in a small ...

A password manager can help keep your private data secure, and they're easier to use than you may think. Attila covers software, apps and services, with a focus on virtual private networks. He's an ...