Facebook rolls out new tool to simplify account security

Facebook announced the overall availability of its Security Checkup feature, which it has been testing on a limited userbase for a few months. This new feature has started rolling out today, and in the coming weeks it is expected to show up at the top of news feeds for all of its desktop-based users. The tool will be displayed as a notification that says "Stay Secure on Facebook" and users can either dismiss it or activate it to take advantage of a quick security inspection. The Security Checkup tool doesn't include any new, ground-breaking features, but simply repackages the settings and options from the classic Settings -> Security page into a more user appealing popup. Here three main sections prompt the user to log out any unused apps or computers, turn on login alerts for unauthorized devices or browsers, and also quickly change the account's password. The whole process has been designed to be very friendly to non-technical users, includes lots of images and clear controls, and will introduce newer users to the security controls from the settings panel, a place where very few members venture on a regular basis. If you'd like to trigger a Security Checkup right away and you're not seeing the warning popup, this can be done from a special page in the Facebook Help section. Mobile users don't worry, Facebook hasn't forgotten you, especially after yesterday's 2015 Q2 results, and will be launching Security Checkup with its mobile apps pretty soon as well.  CHECK OUT THE GALLERY (5 Images)

How to speed up windows 10 upgrade

Windows 10 is offered free of charge to those running Windows 7 or 8.1 if they perform a direct upgrade to the new operating system, but in some cases, this upgrade process takes more than expect and appears to hang. According to Microsoft, it could take longer to download and install Windows 10 on some computers, depending on their configuration, and the company says that sometimes, about 24 hours could be needed to successfully deploy the operating system. While that's certainly a lot to complete an OS upgrade process, Microsoft says that you should keep an eye on your hard drive, and if it still flashes, “there's a good chance it is still making process.” And yet, there are some moments when you might be tempted to believe that the upgrade process has stopped: · At the black screen with a blue circle at the 30-39% range, while Windows is downloading all dynamic updates for Windows 10 · Again at 96%, when Windows is busy backing up your data · And at the message “It's taking a bit longer than usual to set up your device, but it should be ready soon” Quick tips First and foremost, you should make sure that your computer is fully compatible with Windows 10. Microsoft explains that on old hardware, it takes more to download and install Windows 10, while on new computers, about 20 minutes should be enough. If the upgrade takes more than expected on compatible hardware, disconnect any USB devices that you don't need (this doesn't include mice and keyboards because you'll need them, but you could try disconnecting them too until an input method is required). Also, try disconnecting extended display cables, as Microsoft explains that “this has been seen to speed up the download process significantly.” If the upgrade takes more than 24 hours, you are strongly recommended to contact Microsoft support and tell them the CPU make and model, your country, install percentage and other details. Setup logs might be needed, especially if you're no longer able to get to the desktop.