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5 Windows Defender settings I change ASAP on any new PC

Windows Defender is a capable antivirus solution built into Windows itself. Unless you’ve installed a different antivirus program on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC, your PC is using it right now.
ZDNet

Microsoft just blocked a popular way to set up a local account in Windows 11 - here's what still works

Microsoft is blocking another way to choose a local account in Windows 11. You'd force a local account by disconnecting from the network. The block is currently in place in the latest Windows 11 ...
BGR

10 Common Mistakes People Make When Setting Up A New Computer

With crypto moving away from GPU (graphics processing unit) mining and AI turning to more specialized chips, GPU prices are finally on the decline, making it a great time to build your long-awaited PC ...
ZDNet

I tried this free Microsoft cleanup tool to see if it'd speed up my Windows PC - here's the result

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PC World

5 Windows Defender settings I change ASAP on any new PC

PCWorld outlines five essential Windows Defender configuration changes to optimize security and performance on new Windows PCs. Key adjustments include disabling redundant system tray icons, turning ...