Winsage
July 26, 2026
- A text message from the author's father prompted a discussion about using a password manager for cybersecurity.
- The author's mother had a previous concern about an unexpected "tech support" notification on her computer.
- The author created a cybersecurity best practices document to help their parents and others with technology.
- Key security vulnerabilities to address include enabling Windows Hello, ensuring Windows Update is running, confirming Windows Defender is on, and turning on the 'Find my Device' feature.
- One-time security measures recommended are switching from a local account to a Microsoft account with two-factor authentication, enabling device encryption, switching from a Windows 11 Administrator account to a Standard account, and using a password manager.
- Good cybersecurity habits include learning to spot phishing scams, being cautious of unsolicited tech support calls, and avoiding the installation of unsolicited software.