Windows 11 adds a new secure mode that blocks sketchy apps and drivers

Windows 11 is adding Baseline Security Mode to block unsigned apps, services, and drivers by default, plus new consent prompts for sensitive access and bundled installs, with exceptions when needed ...

Windows 11 updates can go wrong at any time – here's how to stay prepared

Here's my essential Windows 11 update safety checklist, along with instructions on how to recover your PC if anything goes ...

Microsoft is set to tighten Windows 11 security, which includes smartphone-style app permissions — and I'm betting this all boils down to AI

Microsoft is bringing tighter security to Windows 11, including smartphone-style app permissions.

Windows 11 gets a new security mode to block risky software before it runs

Microsoft says developers will be able to detect when these protections are active and whether an exception exists, which should make troubleshooting less opaque than past security controls that ...
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I tested Windows 11 February 2026 Updates: Everything new, improved, and fixed

Windows 11 February 2026 update adds Cross-Device Resume, MIDI upgrades, security fixes, and major bug fixes for 24H2 and 25H2.
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Microsoft wants Windows 11 “secure by default,” could allow only properly signed apps and drivers by default

Microsoft plans Windows 11 “secure by default” mode with signed apps only and Android-style permissions for files, camera, ...

Windows 11 Notepad flaw let files execute silently via Markdown links

Microsoft has fixed a "remote code execution" vulnerability in Windows 11 Notepad that allowed attackers to execute local or ...

Microsoft promises a big February patch - but will it fix what's broken with Windows 11 today?

Microsoft promises a big February patch - but will it fix what's broken with Windows 11 today?

You can fix most Windows 11 issues by double checking these 4 settings first

You can fix most Windows 11 issues by double checking these 4 settings first ...