
#1091 - Public or Private? Picking and Changing the Windows Network Setting
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Public or Private? Picking and Changing the Windows Network Setting
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Not sure if your Windows network should be public or private, or even what that means? I'll show you what each means, when to use them, and the simple steps to switch.
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As safe as syncing passwords.
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Encrypt the whole thing.
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Windows Security to 2028? Why ESU Still Costs Extra
Wondering why Microsoft charges for Extended Security Updates when Windows Defender will get updates through 2028? They're not the same. I'll explain the difference between malware database updates and actual Windows fixes, and what you really need to know to stay protected on Windows 10.
How Do I Encrypt a Disk?
Worried about your data if your computer goes missing? Whole-disk encryption can keep prying eyes out. I?ll show you simple, practical ways to encrypt your entire drive so your information stays safe even if your computer doesn?t.
Watch: How Do I Encrypt a Disk?
Is Syncing Passkeys Across Devices Safe?
Passkeys promise more security and less hassle, but is syncing them across devices safe? Learn how password managers handle passkeys and what happens if a device is stolen.
Public or Private? Picking and Changing the Windows Network Setting
Not sure if your Windows network should be public or private, or even what that means? I?ll show you what each means, when to use them, and the simple steps to switch.
Watch: Public or Private? Picking and Changing the Windows Network Setting
Can I Tell If Email I Sent Has Been Read by the Recipient?
People want to know if someone?s opened their email. I?ll explain why features and tools claiming to do that can't work most of the time. I'll share the only way to know for certain your message was read.
Watch: Can I Tell If Email I Sent Has Been Read by the Recipient?