Get tips to help protect your home computer from scams, malware, viruses, and other online threats that might try steal your personal information.

You can lock devices manually (Press Windows Logo Key + L on Windows for example) but all devices also have the ability to automatically lock the screen if they haven't been used for a specific period of …

Locking your Windows device allows you to quickly secure your device while keeping your applications and files open in the background. When you lock your device, anyone trying to access it must enter …

The account protection page of the Windows Security app provides you with easy access to tools to manage your user account security and sign-in options. The account protection page has the …

Oct 14, 2025 · Screen savers have been a staple feature in Windows for decades. Originally designed to prevent burn-in on CRT monitors, they have evolved into a customizable feature that adds a …

Find out how Windows Security can help keep your PC safe from malicious software and viruses.

For a better way to restrict access to your data, create a password-protected Windows user account for any person who uses the computer. For more information, see Windows Help and Support.

If Scroll Lock is on, your cursor moves between columns and rows, not cells. Here's how to turn off Scroll Lock.

Learn how to reset your PIN if you aren't signed in to Windows and having trouble using your PIN.

Note: BitLocker Drive Encryption is only available on devices running Windows Pro, Enterprise, or Education editions. It isn't available on Windows Home edition.