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Kevin Okemwa

Windows 11 is getting a new, easier‑to‑use security menu

Microsoft Surface Laptop on a hotel desk with mockup mobile-style toggles on the screen.

Whenever you install a new app on a smartphone, you're likely to see permission prompts asking for your consent to access sensitive things like your camera, microphone, and, in some instances, your files. I've always appreciated these prompts, since they seemingly make apps feel more secure.

As highlighted in Microsoft's Windows Experience blog post, Windows 11 is about to receive named update initiatives to its security systems: "Windows Baseline Security Mode" and "User Transparency and Consent".

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