Edge and ‘Rewards’ Nagware from Microsoft

Spring is here and with it, more Edge and ‘Rewards’ nagware from Microsoft.

Why Windows Generic Product Keys Always Expire

“My generic product key is invalid.” It’s one of the common complaints about Windows Activation in every version since XP. Here’s why: Windows Generic Product Keys always expire. Want to know more?

How-to: Stop Windows 10 Dialling Home Part Two

Windows 10 privacy settings now span several pages and if you have any wish to stop Windows sending massive amounts of your data back to Microsoft, you need to understand all of them. Here’s how to stop Windows 10 dialling home, part two.

How-to: Stop Windows 10 Dialling Home Part One

Almost every piece of software you touch is sending data back to someone. Many of whom then send it to someone else. Microsoft has ‘trusted partners.’ Through the operating system and various applications, they seem to collect an awful lot of data. Maybe it’s time to stop Windows 10 dialling home.

How-to: Add MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit to Windows 10

Antivirus software that tackles software viruses is essential for any Windows device, not just those directly connected to the Internet. However not all attacks are ‘above the waterline’ viruses This is why we recommend you add MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit to Windows 10. While other anti-exploit programs are available, MalwareBytes is effective and free.

Is Windows Defender the Best Antivirus for Windows 10

Windows 10 carries over the built-in Microsoft antivirus program, Windows Defender. It’s robust and constantly updated, but as a free, bundled application, is it actually up to the very important job of PC security? Is Windows Defender the best antivirus for Windows 10?