Hottman Computers & Consulting

08/31/2026

Chrome is rolling out an update for its desktop browser. The update includes 327 security fixes, ten of which address critical vulnerabilities.

The stable channel has been updated to 152.0.7977.64/.65 for Windows and Mac

Chrome’s latest update fixes 327 security vulnerabilities, including some that malicious websites could exploit as soon as you visit them.

08/03/2026

Apple issued a large July security update with several image processing related vulnerabilities that could compromise your device.

07/01/2026

Scary when the solution to many computer problems is reboot but this time failure is not an option.

06/29/2026

Keeping your browser updated is extremely important. The browser is your direct contact with the Internet and if a vulnerability exists in your browser, you want the security patch as quickly as possible. I check for updates very day

Chrome has patched 18 vulnerabilities, including four critical flaws. Two WebGL bugs could allow attackers to escape the browser's security sandbox.

06/28/2026

Microsoft quietly extends free Windows 10 updates to 2027!

Support deadline moved: Microsoft has extended Windows 10 security updates through October 12, 2027, a year beyond the previous cutoff. Why users resist: Strict hardware requirements, rising RAM costs, and dissatisfaction with Windows 11’s design keep many on Windows 10. How to enroll: Users can j...

06/10/2026

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-june-2026-patch-tuesday-fixes-6-zero-days-200-flaws/

Today is Microsoft's June 2026 Patch Tuesday, with security updates for 200 flaws, including five publicly disclosed zero-day vulnerabilities and one actively exploited in attacks.

05/26/2026

Comcast’s Email Service Is Shutting Down the Comcast email. Accounts are being moved to the Yahoo mail service. You will retain the comcast address. My consulting service is available to assist you with move.

Comcast is preparing to wind down its longstanding email service, prompting millions of customers to take immediate action to preserve access to their accounts and data. The telecommunications giant has confirmed plans to migrate all Comcast.net email accounts to Yahoo Mail in a phased rollout begin...

05/13/2026

Microsoft Updates were released yesterday.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 KB5089549 and KB5087420 cumulative updates for versions 25H2/24H2 and 23H2 to fix security vulnerabilities, bugs, and add new features.

05/07/2026

The best upgrade is free
Why deleting beats buying more storage

Delete files. Seriously.

04/22/2026

Great tool and worth investigating and configure for your needs.

Just a few tweaks can make it much more useful