Delete temporary files: This clears up system resources and removes any lingering malware. Open Settings, then go to Storage ...

When the IBM PC was new, I served as the president of the San Francisco PC User Group for three years. That’s how I met PCMag’s editorial team, who brought me on board in 1986. In the years since that ...

With Accelerated Memory Scanning, Intel aims to transfer the work of malware scanning to its CPUs' integrated graphics hardware. It will first be available in Microsoft's Windows Defender Advanced ...

Realizing that your computer is infected with a virus can be a heart-stopping moment, but there's no need to panic. Viruses or other malware can have a devastating effect on your PC, slowing its ...

Even if you're cautious, there's always a chance that a virus could sneak onto your PC. Sure, Windows does have built-in security to block malware, but all it takes is one wrong click. Maybe it's a ...

When it’s time to upgrade to a new computer, the excitement can be overshadowed by the concern of transferring existing data without bringing along any unwanted viruses or malware. Philip from Troy, ...

Contrary to popular belief, Macs are not immune to trojans and viruses. In the last couple of years, there’s been a significant uptick in the number, variety and sophistication of malware targeting ...

Moonlock isn’t perfect, and the user interface and menu systems could use a bit of an overhaul, but what’s present in terms ...