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Microsoft Defender flags text file containing ‘This content is no longer available.’ as a severe threat
By Jowi Morales published
Microsoft Defender marks text files containing 'This content is no longer available.' as a Trojan horse and severe threat.
Microsoft Zaps 5-Year-Old Defender Bug, Reduces CPU Usage by 75% in Firefox
By Mark Tyson published
Defender and Firefox were not best friends, but a major bug affecting their interaction (wasting CPU cycles) has now been fixed.
How to Disable Microsoft Defender in Windows 11
By Brandon Hill published
Here are some simple tips to temporarily or permanently disable Microsoft Defender
Microsoft Releases PC Manager Beta to Optimize Windows Performance
By Ian Evenden published
A new Windows app called PC Manager brings together tools to scan and protect your PC, plus boost its performance, in one place.
How to Keep Windows Running Smoothly
By Les Pounder published
A smooth running system will bring months of productivity / entertainment. Keep your rig running smooth with just a little work.
Windows 11's Newest Security Feature Requires Full Reset
By Ian Evenden published
Smart App Control comes with conditions
Leaked Nvidia Code-Signing Certificate Now Being Used by Malware
By Mark Tyson published
Among all the sensitive hardware and driver data spilled by hacking extortion group Lapsus$, there were some expired but still usable Nvidia code-signing certificates.
'Spider-Man: No Way Home' Pirates Hit by Crypto Malware
By Nathaniel Mott published
Reason Labs reported that pirated versions of "Spider-Man: No Way Home" are being used to spread crypto mining malware.
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