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Articles and tutorials about dealing with system settings, fixing bugs, and adjusting how your computer or devices works. This collection of articles includes guides for all major platforms: Windows, Android, iOS, and more.

"Stick to the Google Play store!" says renowned information security expert at ESET

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
31.05.2016

A couple of days ago, I was at a security conference called ESET Security Days. There were quite a few interesting sessions and I've met quite a lot of smart people who work in information security. One of them is Nick FitzGerald, Senior Research Fellow at ESET. He takes care of security in the Android ecosystem and we were lucky to have him as

How to use a password reset disk to change your Windows password

How to use a password reset disk to change your Windows password

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
03.05.2016

If you created a password reset disk in Windows as soon as you set up your computer or device, it can be a lifesaver if you manage to forget your user account password later on. As you will see from this guide, using the Password Reset Wizard is very easy and anyone can reset their Windows password in a matter of seconds. Here's how

How to create a password reset disk in Windows

How to create a password reset disk in Windows

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
26.04.2016

The human memory is fantastic. You can encode, store and retrieve information when needed very quickly but, unlike your computer's memory, it is not perfect. It lacks a basic feature: it doesn't have permanent storage. Unfortunately, passwords make no exceptions and you might be in a situation when you don't remember your Windows password. Don't worry, Windows comes to your rescue. If you forget

Reviewing the Kingston DataTraveler 2000 - The memory stick that Agent 47 would use

Reviewing the Kingston DataTraveler 2000 - The memory stick that Agent 47 would use

Codrut Neagu
30.03.2016

Data security and data privacy are increasingly hot topics nowadays and because of that, more and more companies offer secure storage devices that aim to protect your data. One such example is the new Kingston DataTraveler 2000, a USB 3.1 memory stick that uses military grade 256-bit AES hardware encryption to protect all the data stored on it. Another cool aspect of this device

6 Steps to make sure that you can always locate your Android device

6 Steps to make sure that you can always locate your Android device

Codrut Neagu
15.03.2016

Did you ever lose your Android smartphone? Or your Android tablet? Wouldn't you have liked to have an easy way to find your device and pinpoint its location? Luckily, if you install Bitdefender Mobile Security 2016 on your Android device, this security product will always have you covered if that happens to you. In today's guide, we will share 6 steps you should take,

3 Ways in which Bitdefender Mobile Security & Antivirus protects you against malware

3 Ways in which Bitdefender Mobile Security & Antivirus protects you against malware

Codrut Neagu
04.03.2016

Like any popular ecosystem, Android doesn't attract only great apps and people with good intentions. Most malware is designed with the purpose of making money and, with Android being the undisputable leader of the mobile world, it was only a matter of time before malware was going to find its way to this platform. Unfortunately, each new day means many new types of malware

Learn what your Android apps know about you, using Bitdefender Clueful

Learn what your Android apps know about you, using Bitdefender Clueful

Codrut Neagu
24.02.2016

Whether you realize it or not, the permissions that you give to your installed Android apps are a big deal. They can require all kinds of permissions, depending on what their purpose is and what their developers want to know about you. Most of the permissions Android apps require are necessary, as they are needed for apps to do what they are supposed to

Password-protect sensitive Android apps with Bitdefender Mobile Security & Antivirus

Password-protect sensitive Android apps with Bitdefender Mobile Security & Antivirus

Codrut Neagu
16.02.2016

One specific feature that many users want on their Android smartphones and tablets is a way to protect their sensitive Android apps. For example, you are a parent and you want to give your smartphone to your child, to play some game, and you want to make sure that he or she can't access certain apps, which are not suited for children. Or maybe

My PC has a nasty virus. Now what? How do I remove it?

My PC has a nasty virus. Now what? How do I remove it?

Codrut Neagu
08.01.2016

Y our computer got infected by a nasty virus. Windows is slow, your web browser freezes and you are constantly fighting to get rid of strange popups, warnings and advertisements. These are all signs of a malware infection. You are worried about your files, your personal data and your apps. You tried to scan your computer with the antivirus you have installed but it

3 Common ways in which your Windows device can be spied upon

3 Common ways in which your Windows device can be spied upon

Codrut Neagu
23.12.2015

Do you have a girlfriend who has trust issues? Or a parent who acts a bit paranoid when he or she sees you spending most of your evenings chatting on your computer? The chance is that anyone close to you who has some computer skills, can spy on your Windows computer. Maybe they do that with good intentions (for example, you parent wants to

The Best Tools To Check For Software Updates

The Best Tools To Check For Software Updates

Tudor Mandache
26.06.2015

During the early days of Windows, the operating system was usually the direct target of most malware creators. Along the way, Microsoft has worked a lot on hardening the operating system by creating and delivering security patches to its users in as timely a manner they possibly could. Today, Windows is becoming more and more secure and therefore it forces malware creators to shift

How To Refresh A Windows 8.1 Installation Without Losing Your Data

How To Refresh A Windows 8.1 Installation Without Losing Your Data

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
26.02.2015

If your computer is running poorly and you can't fix it, Windows 8.1 gives you the option to refresh the operating system without having to lose your personal files. In certain scenarios this is the best cure and the fastest way to make the computer run smoothly again. Let's see how the Refresh feature in Windows 8.1 works and why it is useful.

How To Manage Your Installed & Hidden Windows Updates

How To Manage Your Installed & Hidden Windows Updates

Maria Madalina Blaga
21.10.2014

Windows Update is an essential part of Windows that is permanently improving the operating system and the quality of your user experience. After using your computer for a long time, you will end up with plenty of updates installed. If you want to find information about them, when they were installed and what they do, you can review all your installed updates. Also, you

How To Cleanup Your Computer Using Bitdefender OneClick Optimizer

How To Cleanup Your Computer Using Bitdefender OneClick Optimizer

Vlad Falon
02.10.2014

Given the enormous amount of software available today and the huge number of websites that you can access, users may be tempted to install programs they don't really need, just to see what they can do, or access websites that don't provide any real value, just because they are curious. When that happens, chances are that some traces will remain even if you delete

How to Use Windows Update from Windows 8.1's PC Settings

How to Use Windows Update from Windows 8.1's PC Settings

Mihai-Emilian Blaga
26.08.2014

In Windows 8.1 there are two Windows Update tools: one available from the Desktop (which hasn't changed since Windows 7) and one in PC Settings, that's optimized for users with touch devices. When using the PC Settings version, you can view information about available updates, check for new updates manually, install those that are available, view your update history, and choose how updates get

Does ReadyBoost Work? Does It Improve Performance for Slower PCs?

Does ReadyBoost Work? Does It Improve Performance for Slower PCs?

Ilie-Alexandru Munteanu
05.03.2014

The theory behind ReadyBoost is that it helps speed up older computers with low amounts of RAM memory. However, nobody knows how much of an impact this technology has, so we decided to make our own measurements and learn whether ReadyBoost has a positive impact or not. Read on to learn what we have found: The PCs Used for the Test Comparison We

How to Use Windows Defender in Windows 8 & Windows 8.1

How to Use Windows Defender in Windows 8 & Windows 8.1

Robert Kingsley
16.12.2013

Guess what Windows 8 & Windows 8.1 users: when you're using Microsoft's newest operating system you don't need to install virus protection... Oh god, we sound like those Mac elitists, don't we? Well, we aren't saying this due to an over-confidence in virus coders lack of interest in a comparatively small market share. We're saying this because Windows 8 & Windows 8.1 have a

How to Work with File History in Windows 8.1, from PC Settings

How to Work with File History in Windows 8.1, from PC Settings

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
05.12.2013

One of the minor but welcome changes in Windows 8.1 is that it allows users to use the File History from PC Settings. If you have a tablet or a computer with touch, you can quickly turn on this feature, select the drive where your data is backed up and perform manual backups. Here's how it works. NOTE: Before you enable File History,