How to fully back up your Windows PC for free (even if it's working properly today)

If you've ever had to deal with a dying computer, you know the challenge of ensuring you have a good backup. Here's how I use CloneZilla to do just that.

Stop the Slop: 8 Tools That Clean Up Windows 11

If Windows 11 feels cluttered with AI features, ads, and background services, these free debloating tools can help. Here are ...
How-To Geek on MSN

Look out for malware when downloading models to 3D print

Something else to worry about.
How-To Geek on MSN

Stop trusting your single drive: How to use PAR2 and hash manifests to defeat silent bit rot

If your PC is your only backup, at least make it corruption-proof—here's how ...

Headphones not working with Virtual Machine

If headphones are not working with the virtual machine, follow these instructions, i.e., enable enhanced session mode, install guest additions, etc.
Microsoft

Signed malware impersonating workplace apps deploys RMM backdoors

Signed malware backed by a stolen EV certificate deployed legitimate RMM tools to gain persistent access inside enterprise ...

Microsoft warns of OAuth phishing campaigns able to bypass email and browser defenses - says 'these campaigns demonstrate that this abuse is operational, not th…

In recently spotted attacks, the crooks would send phishing emails to government and public sector organizations, usually ...

Forget 'debloat apps.' Sophia Script gives you real control over Windows 11. Here's how it works.

The Sophia Script is an open-source PowerShell module designed to debloat and fine-tune Windows 11 (and Windows 10). It is ...

APT37 hackers use new malware to breach air-gapped networks

North Korean hackers are deploying newly uncovered tools to move data between internet-connected and air-gapped systems, spread via removable drives, and conduct covert surveillance.
Security Boulevard

APT37 Adds New Capabilities for Air-Gapped Networks

IntroductionIn December 2025, Zscaler ThreatLabz discovered a campaign linked to APT37 (also known as ScarCruft, Ruby Sleet, and Velvet Chollima), which is a DPRK-backed threat group. In this campaign ...
IEEE

OV-HHIR: Open Vocabulary Human Interaction Recognition Using Cross-modal Integration of Large Language Models

Abstract: Understanding human-to-human interactions, especially in contexts like public security surveillance, is critical for monitoring and maintaining safety. Traditional activity recognition ...
Appuals

Fix: You’ll need a new app to open this ms actioncenter link

If clicking the Notification Center (bell/date) or Quick Settings icons shows "You'll need a new app to open this ms-actioncenter link", Windows is ...