Have you been keeping your patches up to date? The most recent Patch Tuesday fixed a security issue in MSHTML, the platform that Internet Explorer ran on. Although Internet Explorer is no longer in use, the vulnerability remains as the MSHTML platform is still used in applications today. This security issue enabled attackers to trick […]
Cats on Laps – Keyboard Alternatives
Does your cat like to be on your lap when you’re at the computer? Ours loves to keep us company as we work and while adorable, his affectionate presence does make it harder to use the keyboard. You could move the cat, but one look at his fluffy little face and soulful eyes is enough […]
Windows 24H2 Update
The latest update for Windows 11, the 24H2 update, is now available. Currently, it’s an optional update and is set to be gradually rolled out. If a user wishes, they can download and install it manually. While updates often focus on security, the 24H2 is a features update. This type of update is about making […]
Thermal Paste Reminder
When did you last have the thermal paste changed in your computer? It’s especially important to keep an eye on your computer’s temperature in the summer heat, as like us, computers don’t tend to function well in excessive heat. While the commonest cause of overheating is dust inside the casing and cleaning it out or […]
CrowdStrike Outage Summary
The CrowdStrike Outage is now among the biggest to ever occur, so what’s happening? The issue was with CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor, software that is intended to protect computers from attacks and malware. Like all computer protection software, it’s updated regularly to keep up with the latest threats. Unfortunately, a recent update to Falcon Sensor had […]
Urgent Patching Needed
Have you installed the latest Windows patches released on Tuesday? It’s especially critical to get this one installed for the safety and security of your computer. One of the more concerning exploits fixed by the latest patch is one that allows attacks through Wi-Fi, meaning that any PC that uses Wi-Fi could open itself up […]
Windows Recall has been delayed
Microsoft’s plans to release Windows Recall have been delayed. The feature was originally supposed to be added to Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs by an update but the release has been delayed. Windows Recall is a feature designed to let users quickly revisit webpages and other content they’ve previously looked at. Recall takes a screenshot every […]
Ransomware – The Importance of Prevention
If you’ve been affected by ransomware, it can be tempting to pay the ransom to get your files back. This is what the attacker wants and therefore they want you to think that paying will get your files back. The problem, however, is that once an attacker has your files, they are under no compulsion […]
Ransomware Reminder
Are you familiar with ransomware? It’s a type of malware that, as the name implies, makes money for the attacker by holding files to ransom. To achieve this, the ransomware encrypts files on a target’s computer and then offers the affected target’s user a chance to decrypt those files again in exchange for money. Sometimes […]
Windows 11 24H2 Update Won’t Boot on Old Hardware
An upcoming Windows 11 update will mean that Windows 11 will no longer boot on some old machines. Windows 11 has specific requirements for installation, but it is currently possible to bypass the requirements and install Windows 11 anyway. If your computer doesn’t meet Microsoft’s official requirements, however, Microsoft will not provide support if anything […]