Microsoft is bringing tighter security to Windows 11, including smartphone-style app permissions.

Microsoft introduces new app permission prompts in Windows 11 to protect users from unwanted changes and software installs.

Microsoft wants to introduce smartphone-style app permission prompts in Windows 11 to request user consent before apps can ...

Windows 11's next act? Lock it down by default and make every app ask nicely first, tightening control, boosting transparency ...

PCWorld outlines four essential security upgrades for new PCs: enabling biometric login through Windows Hello, verifying encryption settings, optimizing antivirus configurations, and setting up ...

Microsoft today announced two transparent, consent-first initiatives that it says will help restore user trust in Windows.

A new blog post from Microsoft lays out a per-app permission system that's coming to Windows 11 in the near future.

Windows 11 KB5077181 is now rolling out on version 25H2 with a new Cross Device Resume feature, Smart App Control changes, ...

Windows 11 KB5074105 improves Smart App Control by allowing users to re-enable it without reinstalling Windows.

Windows Smart App Control is blocking ASUS Armory Crate on Xbox Ally devices, leaving users stuck between security and core system access.

Windows 11 February 2026 update adds Cross-Device Resume, MIDI upgrades, security fixes, and major bug fixes for 24H2 and ...

Windows 11’s February 2026 update expands Cross-Device Resume, eases Smart App Control toggles, adds MIDI upgrades, and ...