If your device is not physically secure, neither the machine nor your data is, either.

On returning from a screen saver, Windows can ask for a password. That's a security measure that can be turned off - but be sure first.

Sometimes, the best way to remove malware is to reboot your system and run a completely separate tool. I'll list some of the most popular.

Free email services and accounts are convenient and ubiquitous, and can be used safely if - and only if - you take responsibility for that safety.

I have one simple trick to keep my inbox empty.

What happens when a major cloud service goes down, and what's the takeaway?

When malware prevents your anti-malware tools from working, the built-in Windows Defender Offline is your first line of defense.

Everything you download adds risk. Be safer using my three guidelines.

Email isn't something you "do". It's a tool you use. Understanding the difference is critical to taming the beast it can otherwise become.

Privacy is a complex and far reaching topic. One of the most basic and often overlooked players: the operating system on your device.