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My 5-step security checklist for every new Windows PC

Enabling BitLocker is one of the first things I do on any new Windows 11 PC. To set this up, open File Explorer, right-click on your system drive, and select "Turn on BitLocker" from the context menu.

5 Windows Defender settings I change ASAP on any new PC

PCWorld outlines five essential Windows Defender configuration changes to optimize security and performance on new Windows ...

Microsoft account vs. local account: How to choose and set up your pick in Windows 11

Microsoft account vs. local account: How to choose and set up your pick in Windows 11 ...
Windows Central

Windows 11 no longer forces you to install updates when setting up your PC — ending mandatory 30 minute update process forever

A new update now rolling out globally will give users the option to skip the update process when setting up a new Windows 11 PC, speeding up the experience two-fold. When you purchase through links on ...

These 5 critical Windows Defender settings are off by default - turn them on ASAP

Windows Defender has several security settings, including some you need to switch on to get the utmost protection. Here's why ...
KTAR News

6 hidden settings that are slowing down your Windows PC

Q: My computer isn’t as fast as it used to be, but it’s not that old. What can I do to speed it up? A: This is one of the most common questions we hear, and the good news is that a sluggish computer ...