PC

Important to take measures to secure all PCs we own and use.

Only use operating systems which are still supported in terms of security updates.

Securing Windows Workstations

  • Auto-Update: Enable to get latest security patches.
  • Find My Device: Enable to track, lock or wipe a lost/stolen device.
  • Built-in Security: Do not disable User Account Control (UAC), Windows Firewall or Secure Boot.
  • User Profile: Set a strong password and do not share profiles.
  • Screen lock: Enable timeout to lock screen after period of inactivity.
  • Encryption: Enable BitLocker encryption on all hard drives.
  • Anti-malware: Install reputable antimalware software.

Securing Apple OS X Workstations

  • Auto-Update: Enable to get latest security patches.
  • Find My Mac: Enable to track, lock or wipe a lost/stolen device.
  • Built-in Security: Do not disable XProtect, Gatekeeper, Sandboxing or Secure Boot.
  • Firewall: Enable the firewall (not enabled by default).
  • User Profile: Set a strong password and do not share profiles.
  • Screen lock: Enable timeout to lock screen after period of inactivity.
  • Encryption: Enable FileVault encryption on all hard drives.
  • Anti-malware: Install reputable antimalware software.

Only use operating systems which are still supported in terms of security updates.

Operating System VersionSupport StatusEnd of Life (EOL)Notes
Windows 11 24H2✅ SupportedEst. Oct 2026Latest major Windows version
Windows 11 23H2✅ SupportedEst. Nov 2025Still secure, update recommended soon
Windows 11 22H2✅ SupportedEst. Oct 2025Still secure, update recommended soon
Windows 10 22H2⚠️ Security onlyOct 14, 2025No new features, only security patches
Windows 8.1, 7, Vista, XP❌ UnsupportedEnded (2017–2023)Unsafe for daily use
macOS Sonoma (14)✅ Fully supportedEst. 2026Latest version with full updates
macOS Ventura (13)✅ Supported (limited)Est. 2025Limited patches only
macOS Monterey (12)❌ UnsupportedMid 2024Unsafe for online use
macOS Big Sur (11) & older❌ UnsupportedEnded 2023Unsafe for online use