It can be alarming to find an unknown folder or file on your computer, not least because malware can install temporary files without your knowledge that allow an infection to hide or spread. If you're ...

"Inetpub" is a crucial part of a security patch—here's what to do if you already deleted it. Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent ...

Update 4/11: Microsoft has now confirmed that the inetpub folder is created as part of a security update. More information in this article. The Windows April 2025 updates are strangely creating an ...

Microsoft has now confirmed that an April 2025 Windows security update is creating a new empty "inetpub" folder and warned users not to delete it. This folder is typically used by Microsoft's Internet ...

In context: Every now and then, Microsoft security patches can wreak havoc on Windows PCs. Users are understandably cautious these days, and even an innocent, empty folder can raise concerns about ...

On April 8, Microsoft released the latest cumulative updates for all supported Windows 10 and 11 releases. Besides your typical security fixes and improvements, KB5055523 for Windows 11 brought some ...

Microsoft’s April update—KB5055523 for Windows 11 24H2—is currently rolling out via Windows Update. According to Microsoft, the cumulative update fixes several security vulnerabilities in Windows 11 ...

Windows Secure Boot certificates used by anti-cheat software are set to expire in June but new ones are already in the mail Linux I'm brave enough to say it: Linux is good now, and if you want to feel ...