My 5-step security checklist for every new Windows PC

I always want to make sure my new Windows PC is protected against security threats. Here are five things I do with that goal in mind.
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I ran a full security audit on my Windows PC and found issues I never expected

The green checkmark on Windows Defender is often a reassuring sign to most people that their computer is safe. After all, Windows Security is packed with so many security features. However, realizing ...
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4 quick security upgrades I always do on a new PC

PCWorld outlines four essential security upgrades for new PCs: verifying Windows encryption settings, optimizing antivirus configurations, enabling biometric login, and setting up dedicated password ...
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A major Windows security certificate expires in June — check if your PC is ready

There's a security deadline coming to Windows PCs in June 2026 that you might not have heard of. Depending on how old your machine is or how updated you keep things, it could end up leaving your ...
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Windows is finally fixing a years-old security hole in April

Microsoft is implementing a new Windows kernel trust policy starting April 2026 that will only allow WHCP-certified drivers by default, addressing years-old security vulnerabilities from cross-signed ...