And it's almost always disabled.

It's not just about convenience.

Smart App Control is a security feature in Windows 11 designed to block untrusted or potentially dangerous applications from ...

Here's what those enrolled in the Windows 10 Extended Security Updates program need to know about each monthly security ...

Updating your operating system has never been more vital, given the number of critical security vulnerabilities being fixed across iOS, macOS, and, of course, Windows right now. The very last thing ...

PCWorld highlights Smart App Control, a crucial Windows 11 security feature that screens apps through Microsoft’s cloud service to protect against malware and compromised executables. A February 2026 ...

Microsoft’s Build 2026 Windows updates add developer setup tools, local AI models, Linux workflows, and agent security ...

Following the release of a BitLocker zero-day security bypass by a disgruntled hacker, Microsoft has now offered mitigation advice until a patch is available.

Microsoft’s optional Windows 11 KB5089573 update adds 30 changes, including faster app launches, Windows Hello fixes, and NPU ...

PCWorld outlines four essential security upgrades for new PCs: verifying Windows encryption settings, optimizing antivirus configurations, enabling biometric login, and setting up dedicated password ...

That’s part of what makes Microsoft Windows 11 Pro at $12.97 (MSRP $199) such a practical upgrade right now. Windows 11 Pro ...