Microsoft today has released the first batch of patches for 2010. The petite group of updates is smaller than the usual feast for Windows users. (more…)

All broadband routers have a built-in firewall, as does Windows XP (since SP2), Vista, Windows 7, and Mac OS X since 10.5. Make sure it’s enabled. A third-party software firewall does no harm for laptop users and desktops who want to beef-up on security.

Symantec has released new versions of Norton AntiVirus & Internet Security for 2010, today. (more…)

Microsoft has advised that there is a major security hole in Internet Explorer that they are yet to patch properly. (more…)

Someone emailed me about Windows Live Mail because they were interested in migrating away from Outlook Express and onto Windows Live Mail (a very much recommended idea). (more…)

Compaq / HP has released a processor patch for users running Windows XP. Users who are either waiting for installation of Windows XP Service Pack 3, or are about to install SP3 on their PC should take urgent action now.

This patch is only for PCs with an AMD processor on board, not Intel. Users who choose not to install this patch will find that their machine may not start-up correctly, and will not allow access to Windows in its normal environment. (more…)

A patch released from Microsoft earlier this week, through Windows Updates, to close a major security loophole have landed some users in trouble.

If users opt not to install the patch, there are opening door onto trouble from hackers. The flaw would allow malicious hackers to fake website address, even if the user typed it correctly. (more…)

This month four “important” patches and fixes are available for download and installation from Microsoft for Windows. (more…)

Microsoft has been hard at work this month in preparation for the release (now available for all) of 10 patches for Windows Users.

On Tuesday, in the June edition of updates, the software giant flagged three critical updates, three important ones, and one ‘moderate’ rated patch for users. (more…)

A little news on some good updates for Windows XP users. Microsoft said last Tuesday (19th February 2008) that it is releasing a test version of (more…)