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article 4 things you can do with Windows Sandbox

4 things you can do with Windows Sandbox

If you are running a Pro, Education or an Enterprise edition of Windows 10 with May 2019 Update, you have access to Windows Sandbox. It is a lightweight virtual machine that is easy to install and run, without paying anything for additional license fees. This app is excellent for browsing potentially dangerous websites, testing unknown apps and other things that could otherwise be hazardous.
tutorial Create new Windows user accounts and groups, like an IT Pro

Create new Windows user accounts and groups, like an IT Pro

All Windows versions offer easy ways to create user accounts using click-based wizards. You can create users using the Settings app from Windows 10 just as easily as you can create user accounts from the Control Panel, in Windows 7. However, you do not see IT Pros using such tools too often, do you? No, IT admins use snap-ins, consoles, scripts or commands for
tutorial How to disable Windows Security notifications in Windows 10

How to disable Windows Security notifications in Windows 10

When you use Windows 10, you get notifications from Window Security about threats found, Windows Defender scan results, the Windows Defender Firewall, and more. If you want to disable some of these notifications, or all of them, you can. In this guide, we share how to personalize what notifications you get from Windows Security. Let's get started: NOTE: This guide was created using
tutorial 3 ways to uninstall Windows 10 updates

3 ways to uninstall Windows 10 updates

It is usually a good idea to install all the Windows 10 updates that are available for your computers and devices. However, from time to time, some updates might cause problems or crashes. Those are the times when you probably want to uninstall those Windows 10 updates. How do you do that? How do you "delete a Windows 10 update" that was already downloaded
tutorial How to reset your Windows Firewall settings (4 methods)

How to reset your Windows Firewall settings (4 methods)

After using the Windows Firewall for a long time, it might stop working as it should. Especially if you have modified its more advanced settings, or you have introduced many changes. It becomes difficult to pinpoint the root problem for your network connectivity issues. One thing that works is to restore the Windows Firewall to its default settings so that it deletes all the
tutorial Block apps and games from accessing the internet, with Windows Defender Firewall

Block apps and games from accessing the internet, with Windows Defender Firewall

Most apps and games you install in Windows have, by default, unrestricted access to the internet. However, you can control their internet access through the Windows Firewall. With it, you can block access to the internet for specific apps and games, on all types of network connections, or on specific types of network connections. Here is how to use the firewall built into Windows,
tutorial How to install apps and update them, with Ninite, adware-free

How to install apps and update them, with Ninite, adware-free

For how long did you wish for a way to automatically download, install and update apps on your Windows PC? How happy would you be if we told you that there is a method for doing that, that also ensures that no adware and other forms of junk get installed? The solution is called Ninite. It is an online service that lets you install
tutorial 2 ways to create a password-protected ZIP file in Windows

2 ways to create a password-protected ZIP file in Windows

If you are used to working with files and documents, you are also probably used to working with ZIP files. You meet them everywhere: on the websites where you download files, to the documents your colleagues send through email. ZIP files are common because they reduce the size of files or folders and thus make it easier to send them over the internet or
tutorial Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security: What is it? How to open it?

Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security: What is it? How to open it?

The Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security is a tool which gives you detailed control over the rules that are applied by the Windows Defender Firewall. You can view all the rules that are used by the Windows Defender Firewall, change their properties, create new rules or disable existing ones. In this tutorial, we share how to open the Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced
article Cybersecurity through education: Kaspersky Interactive Protection Simulation

Cybersecurity through education: Kaspersky Interactive Protection Simulation

Kaspersky Lab has developed a strategy that emphasizes education in cybersecurity. Alongside the investment in technology, education is just as crucial for the cybersecurity of a home as it is for a business. What is the point of mounting the most sophisticated lock on the door if the people using the door leave it wide open? Kaspersky Interactive Protection Simulation is a critical component
review MIO MiVue J60 review: Dash cam with built-in Wi-Fi and GPS tracking

MIO MiVue J60 review: Dash cam with built-in Wi-Fi and GPS tracking

The dash cams market has grown slowly but steadily over the last few years and is now filled with many choices. MIO is one of the most prolific manufacturers of dash cams, and most of them are excellent. We received in testing one of their more discreet dash cams called the MiVue J60. It is a camera that hides from sight in the back
article Simple questions: What is two-factor authentication or two-step verification?

Simple questions: What is two-factor authentication or two-step verification?

In recent years a new security concept has made the headlines - two-step verification or two-factor authentication (2FA). It all started with Google enabling it for its users, and since then, many companies followed their example, including Microsoft, Apple, and Facebook. Even gaming companies joined this trend. If you would like to understand what two-factor authentication is, how it works, why you should enable
review Review CyberGhost: One of the best VPNs money can buy

Review CyberGhost: One of the best VPNs money can buy

CyberGhost VPN is one of the most popular VPN services in the world. Also, it is one of the easiest to use and one of the most affordable. Due to the elimination of Net Neutrality rules in the USA, and other legislative changes around the world, privacy and security have become more critical than ever. Is CyberGhost's VPN service up to the task of
review Security for everyone - Reviewing Heimdal Thor Premium Home

Security for everyone - Reviewing Heimdal Thor Premium Home

Heimdal is a relative newcomer to the market of security products. In the past, they offered Heimdal Free and Heimdal PRO to home users. They were efficient products, that added new layers of protection to existing antivirus products. We loved using them, and we highly recommended Heimdal to all our readers. The company has recently launched new products, with different names, that also include
article 8 reasons why Cyberghost VPN is one of the best VPNs on the market

8 reasons why Cyberghost VPN is one of the best VPNs on the market

CyberGhost has built itself an excellent reputation because it offers one of the most secure and reliable VPN services in the world. The company follows a strict a no-logs policy, the network of VPN servers that it maintains is large, and the price per value ratio is one of the best that you can find. These are just a few reasons why you should
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