Tag: antivirus
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Is Your Antivirus Actually On? How to Check Windows Security in Windows 11
Most Windows 11 computers ship with solid, free antivirus built in. But “built in” and “actually running” aren’t the same thing. So here’s how to check Windows Security in about five minutes, with no tech degree required. Think of it like the smoke detector in your hallway. It’s great to own one. However, it only… Read more
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How to Tell If Your Network Is Actually Secure: A 10-Minute Checkup
Most of the security messes I get called in to clean up didn’t start as emergencies. They started as something small and quiet — a router that hadn’t been updated in years, a computer that silently stopped getting security patches, a Wi-Fi password that’s been the same since the box was opened. By the time… Read more