Adjusting your security settings on a Windows computer can be done through the Windows Control Panel. The Windows Control Panel is a set of tools that enable you to adjust settings on your computer such as security, display, and other settings.
The following steps will help you adjust the security settings on your computer using the Windows Control Panel:
1. To launch the Control Panel, open the Start menu and then type “control” in the search box. You should see the link for the Control Panel at the top of the list. Click on this link to open the Control Panel window.
2. In the Control Panel window, locate the “Security” option in the list of options at the top. This will take you to the Security tab, which will allow you to adjust the security settings for your computer.
3. On the left-hand side of the Security tab, you will see several options. Click on each one to see what settings are available. For example, you may see categories such as Windows Firewall, Virus & Threat Protection, and User Account Control.
4. Under each category, you can adjust the settings accordingly. For example, under the Windows Firewall option, you can choose to turn it off or on and also decide what types of connections you would like to allow.
5. Once you have adjusted the settings to your liking, click on “Apply” and then “OK” to save your changes. This will update the security settings on your computer.
By adjusting the security settings on your Windows computer using the Windows Control Panel, you can ensure that your system is more secure and less vulnerable to malicious attacks. Be sure to check back regularly to see if any new patches or updates are available from Microsoft to help keep your system secure.