When the IBM PC was new, I served as the president of the San Francisco PC User Group for three years. That’s how I met PCMag’s editorial team, who brought me on board in 1986. In the years since that ...

Most people never see malware—but after decades of testing it, I can show you exactly what it looks like.

Bitdefender vs. Malwarebytes: Which Antivirus Offers Better Protection? Malwarebytes is best known for its free malware cleanup tool, but its full-featured antivirus software is also worth considering ...

Malwarebytes vs McAfee: Which Antivirus Is Right for You? Your email has been sent Malwarebytes and McAfee are both firmly established in the antivirus business, but which is better? Read this guide ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Infamous viruses and scams that wreaked havoc on PCs in the early 2000s are largely a thing of the past, with many people now debating whether ...

Windows 11 users face growing cyber threats, from ransomware and phishing to occasional zero-day exploits. Choosing the right ...

Each year, we learn how cyberattacks are getting more sophisticated and causing greater damage. That’s despite increased awareness and investment in cybersecurity. But it’s not just talk: In ...