Vol. 1, No. 4 Friday, January 9, 2026 By Dave Larsen, Väsentlig Consulting LLC Here are 15 essential terms that computer users should understand, along with detailed descriptions and suggested remediation steps: 1. Outdated Software : Failure to regularly update software programs with the latest security patches (i.e., updates provided by software developers to fix vulnerabilities that could be exploited by cybercriminals). This can leave systems vulnerable to known threats