I did not download a file locker. I repurposed a tool I already had.

Notepad on Windows 11 is no longer the lightweight utility it once was. Learn how to replace Notepad with Microsoft Edit on Windows 11.

Microsoft has fixed a known issue that was causing the password sign-in option to disappear from the lock screen options ...

Multiple threat actors, both state-sponsored and financially motivated, are exploiting the CVE-2025-8088 high-severity ...

The Trump administration pulled the plug on IRS Direct File, a pilot program allowing taxpayers to file federal tax returns for free. But there are still many no-cost filing options available, ...

I review privacy tools like hardware security keys, password managers, private messaging apps, and ad-blocking software. I also report on online scams and offer advice to families and individuals ...

A slippery slope: Beware of Winter Olympics scams and other cyberthreats It’s snow joke – sporting events are a big draw for cybercriminals. Make sure you’re not on the losing side by following these ...

Your PC’s storage media is subject to malware and, on occasion, natural disasters such as lightning, fire, etc. — which is why formulating a backup strategy is critical for keeping your data safe. Our ...

Microsoft's January 2026 security update has broken Windows 11 apps like Notepad and Snipping Tool, introducing dual bugs ...