Windows 11 update KB5083769 may break backups due to blocked drivers. Microsoft says it's not a bug and recommends updating ...

Windows has had a pretty decent set of security tools for years, with firewall protection, virus scanning, and other features to help keep users safe from malware without the need for third-party ...

Microsoft automatically turns on OneDrive Backup in new Windows 11 installations. Your files aren't stolen -- they've just been moved to a new folder and synced to the cloud. A recent, undocumented ...

Microsoft is working on a new app revamp to make file backup, migration, and transfer on Windows 11 easier for users. Back in March 2023, Microsoft began publicly testing a new Windows Backup app. The ...

Microsoft has confirmed that the April 2026 security updates are causing failures in third-party backup applications using ...

Microsoft's new Windows 11 backup prompt, intended as a helpful reminder, may instead disrupt critical workflows by reappearing persistently and even blocking system access after reboots. In recent ...

If you decide to sell your Windows computer or give it to someone else, you need to wipe everything first. You might also want to clear out old data and start fresh ...