ZDNET's key takeaways There are times when you may want to turn off Windows Security. I'll show you how to (temporarily or permanently) disable it on Windows 11 Home and Pro. I also recommend creating ...

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To permanently remove Windows Security, use Local Group Policy Editor, Windows Registry tweaks, or the Windows Defender Remover tool. Be cautious— removal can leave your PC vulnerable. Always back up ...

Most modern Windows PCs rely on Microsoft Defender as their first line of defense against malware. Over the years, it has evolved into a capable and often underrated antivirus that blocks a wide range ...

Here is how to enable Enhanced Sign-in Security (ESS) in Windows 11. Using Windows Settings, you can enable or disable sign-in with an external camera or fingerprint sensor. What is Enhanced Sign-in ...

If you encounter Event ID: 7043, The Windows Security Service did not shut down properly after receiving a preshutdown control in the Event Logs of your Windows ...

Windows 11 leads globally but faces slow adoption due to hardware constraints, enterprise caution, and minimal productivity ...

There’s now less than six months until Microsoft plans to kill support for Windows 10. There’s just one major problem: it’s still the world’s most used desktop operating system. Microsoft plans to end ...

Update, March 31, 2025: This story, originally published March 29, has been updated with an explanation of LOLBINS as well as further technical information regarding the Windows Defender Application ...

This fall, Windows 10 will reach its end of life—at least, as defined by Microsoft. On October 14, the company ends feature updates to the operating system. Security and stability updates also become ...

Last summer's CrowdStrike meltdown was a nightmare for network administrators worldwide, disrupting healthcare systems, cutting off access to banking systems, and grounding aircraft. All in all, the ...