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Enter the date you last checked and updated this setup, rather than the date of a future planned change.
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Choose the main purpose of this computer. Mention mixed personal/work use in the setup notes.
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Choose the OS installed on this computer. Give the exact release/build in the details below. Standard Windows 10 support ended on October 14, 2025; ESU enrollment and LTSC editions have separate support conditions. Microsoft support information.
Include the release/build, edition, and any relevant ESU or LTSC support status. For Linux, give the distribution and version; for Other, name the OS.
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Choose the main encryption tool you use and explain any additional tools in the setup notes. Cryptomator encrypts file vaults, not the entire system disk. Keep recovery keys private and stored safely.
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Select the methods you use to sign in to this computer. Windows Hello supports a device PIN as well as biometrics; a PIN is not biometric data. Mention website passkeys under Password and passkey manager.
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Choose how this computer receives system security updates. Select Managed by work or school when someone else controls the update policy.
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Choose whether this device uses stable releases or preview/beta releases.
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Windows only: report the setting currently shown in User Account Control. UAC controls elevation prompts and is separate from antivirus protection. Microsoft UAC guide. Choose Not applicable for other operating systems.
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On Windows 11, check Windows Security > App & browser control > Smart App Control settings. Report the state shown on your device. Current Windows updates can allow re-enabling it without reinstalling; availability depends on the device and configuration. Microsoft FAQ.
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Report whether the firewall on your router or network gateway is enabled. This is separate from the firewall on your computer.
Share the router model, firmware version, update status, and Wi-Fi security mode if known. Do not post passwords, public IP addresses, or remote-administration credentials.
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Name the antivirus and other always-on protection, including built-in protection. Include versions if known; enter None or Not sure when appropriate.
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Choose the main firewall used by this computer. A router firewall is listed separately; explain advanced or managed configurations in the custom security notes.
Describe changes you have made to default antivirus, firewall, browser, or OS protections and why. Enter Default settings if you have not customized them.
List any on-demand scanners you use and how often. These are separate from real-time protection. Leave blank if you do not use one.
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Disclaimer:
  • If you participate in malware testing, you acknowledge that you are fully responsible for any damages caused by interacting with malicious software.
  • Please fill in the form below about your testing environment.
If you test malware, describe how the test environment is isolated from everyday devices and data. Leave blank if you do not test malware.
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List your main browsers and security or privacy extensions. Include versions if relevant and mention any non-default settings.
Name your DNS provider and whether encrypted DNS (DoH or DoT) is enabled, if known. Enter Default / ISP DNS if you have not changed it.
Name the VPN you use and its purpose. Enter None if you do not use one.
Name the manager or built-in service you use for passwords and passkeys. Do not post passwords, recovery codes, or vault contents.
Name the authenticator app, security key, or other two-factor method you use for online accounts. Keep setup QR codes, secret keys, and recovery codes private.
List maintenance utilities you actually use and their purpose. Leave blank if you rely on built-in tools only.
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Describe where backups are kept, how often they run, and whether you have tested restoring files. Note if you only use cloud sync; sync alone is not an independent backup.
Describe your recovery plan: system images, recovery media, reinstall options, and the last restore test if known. Keep recovery keys and passwords private.
Select activities relevant to this setup. These provide context for advice; selecting an activity does not by itself mean the setup is unsafe.
Link to your PC Rig Showcase thread, or list:
  • Brand and model
  • CPU, GPU, and RAM
  • Storage type and capacity
Summarize what changed since your previous setup update and why. Leave blank for a first-time setup.
Select who the product suits based on the review. Avoid selecting All types of users alongside narrower groups.
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