Windows 11 is the latest operating system from Microsoft that offers many new features and performance improvements. However, in addition to that, Windows 11 also has some security settings that can help you protect your data and privacy from online threats. In this article, we will discuss the best security settings in Windows 11 that you should know and enable. 1] Make sure your Windows 11 is always up to date One important step to keeping your operating system secure is to make sure that...
Knowing the remaining lifespan of the SSD you are using can reduce the risk of data loss due to SSD damage. SSD stands for “Solid State Drive” which is a non-volatile data storage device used in computers and other electronic devices. SSDs use flash memory technology to store data, which is different from hard disk drives (HDDs) which use rotating magnetic platters for data storage. SSDs have several advantages over HDDs. SSDs have higher data read and write speeds, which means faster data...
Do you want to sign a Word document using your computer? This is very easy to do. Just by typing a few letters using AutoCorrect in Word, your signature will appear. Sometimes while working on a Word document, you may need to put a signature on it. When you put your name on paper or use your computer to add a special mark, it proves that you agree or agree with what is written or displayed on that page. Microsoft Word does not automatically affix your signature to all documents. You should...
Windows 11 allows you to set hidden camera privacy indications to receive notifications when a camera linked to your computer is on or off. Nowadays, most of the latest laptops and Windows desktops include an integrated camera, unlike in antiquity who had to buy an external webcam for a PC. Webcams have become a vital component of laptops and PCs, and their use is increasing as people use webcams to take part in meetings through apps like Teams, Skype, and other video conferencing apps. By...
Lately, there has been a change in the pattern of cyberattacks. The malicious hackers can hijack PCs and lock files and demand a ransom of money to return the files. This is a crime of extortion to the victim. To commit these crimes, many malicious hackers use Ransomware, such as WannaCry and Petya. This ransomware leverages kernel-level exploits to launch the highest-privileged malware. To combat this, Microsoft has provided a utility that allows you to enable Core Isolation Memory Integrity...
In Windows 11, you can change the default settings of brightness, contrast, sharpness, and camera saturation on a laptop to get the quality image and video results. A camera is a must-have device on a laptop. By using the camera, you can have video conversations using Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp, or other video services and you can also use it to take pictures of the objects you want. Some cameras can use the High Dynamic Range (HDR) or eye contact function, which allows the system to display your...
Keylogger or Keystroke Logger is an action to record the keys pressed on the keyboard. It is usually done discreetly so that the person using the keyboard is not aware that their actions are being monitored. This keylogger can be hardware or software. The term keylogger has a bad connotation, as hackers often use it to obtain login credentials from victims without them knowing it. A keylogger is also very useful when you want to monitor PC usage by your company employees or to monitor the...
Lost your phone? Afraid your password has been hacked? Lockwatch is an android application to find out who stole or tried to open your phone password. This application is small, less than 1 MB, and has been downloaded more than 5 million in the Play Store. When someone tries to unlock your phone using the wrong code, Lockwatch will secretly take a photo of that person using the phone's front camera and record the phone's GPS location. The thief's GPS image and location will be emailed to you...
Microsoft PowerToys is a very popular application for increasing productivity for Windows users. To be able to use Microsoft PowerToys, the operating system you are using is at least Windows 11 or Windows 10 v1903 (18362) or later. Utilities on PowerToys Currently, twelve utilities are available on PowerToys, the following utilities and their explanations are quoted by Bardimin from Microsoft. 1. Always on Top Always on Top enables you to pin windows on top of all other windows with a...
Bloatware is an app you don't want that overloads and slows down your device. The app can come from a new device's built-in installation, be downloaded with another download, or log into your system through a malicious site. Bloatware is becoming a scourge for tech owners. Manufacturers fill your new laptop, phone, or tablet with preinstalled apps to get some extra cash in their pockets. When you buy a new laptop, often the laptop is already filled with Windows. In fact, most Windows run...