First up, let's check out what gets transferred. Microsoft says that "Your documents, photos, videos, and other files saved across folders or drives" will make it onto your new PC. It will also carry ...

Since Windows 11 24H2, Device Encryption automatically turns on when you clean install and sign in with a Microsoft account. This only affects fresh installs or new PCs with 24H2 preinstalled—not ...

To activate them or confirm that they’re active, open the Windows Security app from your Start menu. Click “Device security” and then “Core isolation details.” (This is available on both Windows 10 ...

How to turn off antivirus on Mac While macOS does have default protections like XProtect and Gatekeeper that work similarly to Windows Defender, you won’t be able to turn them off unless you ...

Microsoft has released out-of-band updates to fix a known issue causing Windows 10 systems to boot into BitLocker recovery after installing the May 2025 security updates.

Microsoft has confirmed that some Windows 10 and Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 systems will boot into BitLocker recovery after installing the May 2025 security updates.

Do you find yourself locked out of your Windows 11 account due o automatic BitLocker encryption? Learn how to fix it easily.

BitLocker and Device Encryption are critical tools for protecting a PC’s data from thieves. Here’s everything you need to know about the encryption technologies built into Windows 10 and 11.

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Microsoft posts official BitLocker key recovery and back up guide for Windows 11/10 PCs ...

Here's how to temporarily or permanently turn off automatic updates in Windows 11 When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.