Originally Posted by DC Ron
still going REALLY strong until Windows 10 end of life spooked me into upgrading to a Windows 11 DAW...
Indeed ... part of my point above.

Quite a few people keep their main music PC separate from the Internet, completely eliminating the malware threats. Unfortunately some companies require their software to "check in" occasionally to verify licences, which rather cobbles that principle. A decent firewall and strict adherence to only trusted sites should serve pretty well. A VPN might be an option, though I've not personally tried one for that purpose.

Jazz relative beginner, starting at a much older age than was helpful.
AVL:MXE Linux; Windows 11
BIAB2025 Audiophile, a bunch of other software.
Kawai MP6, Ui24R, Focusrite Saffire Pro40 and Scarletts
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