EFI, the Extensible Firmware Interface, is the firmware layer that initializes hardware before Windows loads. It checks CPU, RAM, storage, and peripherals, then hands control to the operating system.

For those opting to stay on Windows 10, the ESU program provides up to three years of security-only updates, but at increasing costs: $30 for year one, $60 for year two, and $120 for year three for ...

Microsoft is publishing 172 new vulnerabilities today. Microsoft is aware of public disclosure for just two of the vulnerabilities published today, and claims no evidence of in-the-wild exploitation.

The urgent fix addresses a dangerous flaw that disabled USB keyboards and mice in recovery mode, exactly when users need them ...

ZDNET's key takeaways A new Microsoft update patches a bug affecting Windows recovery.The bug prevented the use of USB mice ...

Microsoft rushes out yet another emergency fix for broken PC recovery features – I'd recommend you get this patch now.

Regular PC maintenance helps keep your computer reliable for years to come. I show you simple, effective ways to take care of your tech.

Regular PC maintenance helps keep your computer reliable for years to come. I show you simple, effective ways to take care of your tech.