Learn how to manage your Microsoft account security info and troubleshoot verification code issues.

2 days ago · Windows Defender — now officially called Microsoft Defender Antivirus — has evolved into a powerful and highly capable security suite. It runs quietly in the background, …

Jun 2, 2025 · This guide explores advanced methods for configuring your Windows security settings, prioritizing privacy and protection without sacrificing system functionality.

6 days ago · Android phones are remarkably more secure than they used to be, but Google is holding back on you. There’s a lesser-known feature that’s off by default, and enabling it is an …

5 days ago · Learn how to strengthen your Microsoft Defender Antivirus security with advanced settings, best practices, and protection tips to keep your Windows devices safer.

Windows has several security options you can configure to improve your computer's protection. In this complete guide, we'll show you how to activate Microsoft's advanced security settings in …

Oct 12, 2023 · In this post, I list seven steps you can take to help you lock that account down so it's safe from online attacks. Your goal is to prevent an unauthorized person from stealing your …

Two-step verification (sometimes called multi-factor authentication) helps protect you by making it more difficult for someone else to sign in to your Microsoft account. It uses two different forms …

Nov 21, 2025 · On a new phone, I immediately go to Settings > Security > SIM card lock and activate it. Your carrier usually provides a default PIN, but you can (and should) change it to …

Jun 10, 2025 · Key areas to focus on include account security, system updates, privacy controls, app permissions, network configuration, and system cleanup. Here’s how to optimize each …