A patch Microsoft released on Wednesday to fix a zero-day vulnerability in its Defender security engine may cause Windows ...

Make Windows 11 feel faster with nine cleanup tips for startup apps, storage, background processes, updates, malware scans, ...

A clean uninstall should not require detective work, yet here we are with folders and suspicion.

As more and more of the ‘smart’ infotainment systems in cars begin to age out of support, it becomes increasingly more relevant to figure out how to do something with that lump of computer-and-display ...

IBM’s PC hadn’t been on the shelves long before it was joined by Apple’s Macintosh computer. Back in those days, ads boasted that PCs get viruses, but Macs don’t. Real-world attacks on Macs busted ...

If you need a year of multi-device antivirus protection at a dirt cheap price, we’ve got a deal for you: a 1-year license for McAfee Total Protection is now just $16 at the PCWorld Software Store ...

Over 300,000 new types of ransomware and other malicious software are discovered daily, according to the IT security research institute AV-TEST. Computer viruses can slow your devices, create a slew ...

PCWorld explains why file shredders should be avoided on SSD-powered computers, as these antivirus features can actually harm your drive’s performance and lifespan. File shredders attempt to securely ...

StickShredder is a free, open-source Windows tool for securely wiping USB drives and generating deletion certificates structured according to DIN 66399 / ISO 21964 conventions. It is designed for ...

In 2026, the average user interacts with more digital files than ever before. Documents, images, project folders, databases, and backups move constantly between laptops, desktops, external drives, and ...

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...

Microsoft Defender isn't bad, but it's not enough to fully protect your PC. You don't have to pay extra, though—just use one of the top free antivirus apps we've tested. Our team tests, rates, and ...