McAfee provides various cybersecurity features, including real-time antivirus protection, firewalls, VPNs, and browser extensions. Users can adjust settings based on their device.
To pause real-time scanning on Windows, open the McAfee app, click on My Protection Widgets, select Real-Time Scanning, and turn it off. For Mac, click the McAfee icon in the menu bar, access the product console, and turn off Real-Time Scanning. To shut down the Advanced Firewall, open the McAfee app, select Advanced Firewall, and turn it off. Scheduled scans can be stopped by navigating to Scheduled Scans in the McAfee app and using the Turn off control.
To turn off Secure VPN, open the app, find the Secure VPN tile, and toggle it off. For disabling McAfee WebAdvisor in browsers, users should manage extensions in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari.
To stop notifications and alerts, users can adjust settings in Windows and various browsers. Uninstalling McAfee involves navigating through the device's settings, and to stop renewal billing, users must log in to their McAfee account and disable auto-renewal.
Users should be aware of older and managed-device guides and how to stop notifications on mobile devices. Disabling features does not uninstall McAfee, and turning off auto-renewal does not remove the application from the device.
Windows 11 Search is a crucial tool for users who create and download files, but it often struggles to find recently accessed files due to its indexing limitations. Microsoft is introducing a feature called “Automatically find additional relevant locations,” which will automatically identify and index folders based on user activity, reducing the need for manual indexing. Currently, Windows Search maintains an index focused on specific folders, which can lead to frustrations when files are not found. Users can manually add locations or switch to Enhanced mode for broader indexing, though this may result in irrelevant search results and increased resource usage. The new feature aims to streamline the search process by making significant folders searchable automatically while allowing users to block any unwanted folders. Additionally, Microsoft is enhancing Windows Search to better recognize typos and plans to disable Bing search and ads in results. These updates are expected to be rolled out later this year.
GeForce NOW allows students to balance study and gaming by transforming everyday laptops into powerful gaming machines through cloud gaming. Members can access a library of thousands of supported PC games, including the newly added Halo: Campaign Evolved, which features high-definition visuals and enhanced gameplay. The service enables users to stream games they own from platforms like Steam and Xbox Game Pass without lengthy downloads or installations. The Ultimate membership offers advanced gaming performance with NVIDIA technologies. New titles available this week include Halo: Campaign Evolved, Mistfall Hunter, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Sudden Attack Zero Point, The Ranchers, Corsair Cove, Funnel Runners, and Pathogenic.
A recent survey by Kaspersky involving 7,200 respondents from 18 countries found that only 27% of Generation Z use antivirus software on their mobile devices. Additionally, 57% of Gen Z spend more time online than offline, yet many lack awareness of online safety principles. Alarmingly, 52% reported experiencing attacks on their devices or accounts, but few take necessary precautions. Only 28% regularly back up important personal data on their phones, and many neglect changing passwords. To address these issues, Kaspersky launched "Case 404," a cyber-detective adventure game aimed at improving cybersecurity awareness among Gen Z.
A recent Kaspersky survey found that only 27% of Generation Z respondents use antivirus software on their mobile devices, despite 57% spending more time online than offline. The survey, which included 7,200 individuals from 18 countries, revealed that 52% have experienced attacks on their devices or accounts, and only 28% regularly back up important personal data. In response, Kaspersky launched "Case 404," a cyber-detective adventure game aimed at educating players about online security and helping them recognize scams and phishing attempts.
Google has released Play services v26.29 and Play Store v52.5, which include several enhancements for the Android ecosystem. The new Play services version features upgraded Maps APIs for various devices, new utilities APIs for Wear OS, and unspecified improvements to system management and diagnostics. The "Connected apps" section has been rebranded to "Linked apps," and Gboard has been optimized for messaging applications on Pixel devices. The Play Store update focuses on content discovery and user engagement, with a refined Play Games Sidekick dashboard and expanded Play Shorts offerings that include comic book previews. Additionally, the Engage SDK has been updated to help third-party travel applications display previous searches, aiding trip planning.
Jeffrey Gattis, head of Amazon Gaming, announced that the release of the Tomb Raider game, Catalyst, has been delayed from 2027 to 2028. This delay follows challenges faced by developer Crystal Dynamics, including multiple layoffs, which may have impacted the game's development.
New research from Kaspersky surveyed 7,200 respondents globally and found that Generation Z spends 57% of their time online, primarily using smartphones (67% identify them as their main device). While 59% of Gen Z feel confident in navigating the digital landscape, only 28% consider their digital skills advanced. Alarmingly, only 27% use antivirus software on their mobile devices, and over half (52%) have encountered attacks on their devices or accounts. Significant data, such as personal photographs (38%) and passwords (30%), is stored on smartphones, yet only 28% regularly back up important data. Kaspersky recommends integrating cybersecurity into daily routines and has introduced an interactive game, “Case 404,” to educate Gen Z on recognizing digital threats.
Google has improved Chrome on Android, resulting in 48% fewer scroll stutters compared to 2023. This enhancement is the result of nearly three years of engineering efforts and a comprehensive redesign of Chrome's rendering pipeline, leading to a smoother scrolling experience and reduced "scroll jank."
