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Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14946 for PC and Mobile arrives on the Fast ring, with more new features

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 8:05pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Microsoft is rolling out Windows 10 Insider Preview builds on a weekly basis now. Last week’s release, Build 14942, introduced several big new features, including the ability to collapse the Apps list in the Start menu, and expanding the default range of After Hours from 12 hours to 18. Today’s update, Build 14946 for both PC and Mobile, is similarly packed with changes, improvements, and new features. The previous build introduced enhancements to gesture and click detection on precision trackpads, making it much more reliable, as well as algorithm changes to reduce unintended zooming while panning. In the latest build… [Continue Reading]
New hacker collective targets SWIFT system

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 8:04pm CEST par Anthony Spadafora

Following the $81 million cyberattack in February, a second hacking group has emerged with the intention of exploiting the SWIFT money transfer system to rob banks. A report from the security firm Symantec has revealed that these cyberattacks have occurred since January and have targeted companies located in the US, Hong Kong, Australian and other countries. The firm has detected 74 different computer infections that suggest that around 100 organizations have been affected by these attacks so far. The attackers uses malware as a means of covering up the records of fraudulent transaction made over SWIFT which prevented the victims… [Continue Reading]
Linksys unveils open source WRT3200ACM Gigabit MU-MIMO Tri-Stream 160 Wi-Fi router

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 7:34pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

The blue 'WRT' routers from Linksys are iconic. These open source-friendly devices have been very popular with in-the-know consumers that enjoy flashing alternative firmware, such as OpenWrt or DD-WRT. This can sometimes provide added features and functionality. Today, Linksys unveils its latest such offering, the AC3200 WRT Gigabit MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router (WRT3200ACM). The 802.11AC device features Tri-Stream 160 technology, 512MB DDR3, and a 1.8 GHz Dual Core processor. Despite all of these amazing specifications, it is surprisingly affordable. "Almost all of today's current home routers max out at 80 MHz channel width; however, the new WRT3200ACM is Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) certified to… [Continue Reading]
Hackers use old SSH vulnerability to attack Internet of Things devices

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 7:28pm CEST par Sead Fadilpašić

There is a 12 year old vulnerability in OpenSSH that hackers are now using to attack Internet of Things (IoT) devices and remotely generate traffic. Akamai Technologies' researchers Ory Segal and Ezra Caltum have identified the old vulnerability and dubbed it SSHowDowN Proxy. The researchers say hackers are using it to target CCTV, NVR, and DVR devices, satellite antenna equipment, networking devices such as routers or hotspots, and internet-connected NAS devices. These devices are being used to mount attacks against "a multitude of Internet targets and Internet-facing services, such as HTTP, SMTP and Network Scanning", researchers say. It is also… [Continue Reading]
Ubuntu Linux 16.10 'Yakkety Yak' is here! Download the Windows 10 alternative now

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 6:09pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

Ubuntu is a wonderful operating system. Depending on your needs, it can be a better choice than Microsoft's Windows 10. More and more people live in the web browser, and Ubuntu can run both Chrome and Firefox. Need a word processor? The ability to edit spreadsheets? The wonderful LibreOffice is included -- no need to spend money on a subscription-based office package. There are countless free packages available too. You can even buy laptops pre-loaded with the OS from companies like Dell and System76. Today, Ubuntu 16.10 'Yakkety Yak' sees release. It has many significant updates (you can read the release… [Continue Reading]
How to fix a broken Windows 10 Start menu

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 5:48pm CEST par Wayne Williams

If you’re having problems getting the Windows 10 Start menu to open, or it’s just not working as it should, you’re not alone. Quite a few people have encountered issues following upgrading to the new OS, or updating to a new build. Rebooting might fix temporary problems, but if it doesn’t we have some more advanced solutions for you to try. 1. Fix the Start Menu Using System File Checker System File Checker can scan your system for corrupted file settings, and fix any issues it finds, including problems with the Start menu. Right-click the Start button and select "Command… [Continue Reading]
New endpoint solution protects privileged access credentials

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 5:46pm CEST par Ian Barker

Credentials for privileged access accounts are a prime target for cyber attackers and they can often be stolen from vulnerable endpoints. Privileged account management specialist Thycotic is tackling this problem by launching Privilege Manager for Windows, which allows IT admins to implement a wide array of policies and controls that best match their needs. With a simple process of policy matching, contextual evaluation, and applying actions, the software provides a flexible, powerful, and easy to use solution for protecting endpoints. When an application is launched Privilege Manager identifies it, checks it against security policies and then applies appropriate actions. Actions… [Continue Reading]
DKnight Big MagicBox portable Bluetooth speaker review

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 4:01pm CEST par Mihăiță Bamburic

Smartphone users who want to enjoy their favorite music through a portable Bluetooth speaker have a sea of options to choose from these days. Many accessory makers offer small setups that promise to deliver a much higher sound quality than the built-in speakers, and in plenty of cases at a pretty reasonable cost too. DKnight is no different. Its Big MagicBox setup, which features dual 10W drivers and "advanced bass enhancement technology", claims to offer "exceptional sound quality" and is touted as "the most competitive speaker" in its segment of the market. But, just how good is it in real life? Being labeled as… [Continue Reading]
Healthcare companies are facing a cyber security crisis

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 3:55pm CEST par Ian Barker

Many industries have found that the rapid expansion in demand for digital information has outpaced efforts to keep the data secure. This is a particular issue for healthcare organizations which handle confidential records yet have seen some headline breaches in recent years. UpGuard, the company behind the CSTAR security preparedness score for enterprises, has released a new report which provides fresh data on the security failings of companies in the healthcare industry. The company evaluated 500 healthcare companies across various sectors -- from health insurers to pharmaceutical companies and hospitals -- and gave them each a CSTAR score, a single measure of… [Continue Reading]
Buying a new PC from Dell shouldn't be this hard

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 1:49pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Given how the PC market is in decline, and some consumers may never buy a new system again, you would think PC manufacturers would be keen to court new buyers. But not Dell. Yesterday, I purchased an Inspiron i7 7000 Series 2-in-1 from Dell’s website. I entered my details and at the end of the process was presented with an internet receipt number, and the promise that an order acknowledgement would be emailed to me shortly. From there it was downhill all the way. I never received an order acknowledgement, so never received an order number. There is a way… [Continue Reading]
Twitter experiments with replacing Moments with a new Explore feature

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 1:45pm CEST par Mark Wilson

The Moments feature could be set to disappear from Twitter's mobile apps. Having only recently announced the roll out of a curation option to everyone, Twitter is now experimenting with replacing it with a more inviting Explore feature. Speaking to Mashable, Twitter confirmed that a "content discovery"-focused Explorer tab could replace Moments in the future. For now, though, there is an experimental change visible to some iOS and Android users that sees the Moments and Explore tabs show up side by side. It's something that is more than a little reminiscent of the Discover tab which used to be found… [Continue Reading]
Microsoft will roll out Dynamics 365 in November

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 1:43pm CEST par Anthony Spadafora

Microsoft's new Azure-hosted, combined CRM and ERP service, Dynamics 365 will begin its rollout on November 1 and the company will show off some of the features of its new service in a live-streamed event this week. In July, the company announced its plans for Dynamics 365 and began to inform its reseller partners regarding what the service would offer. At that time it was revealed that Dynamics 365 would be a combination and redesign of the capabilities of Dynamics CRM, Dynamics AX and Project Madeira which is now known to be a new small-business software as a service based… [Continue Reading]
Samsung offers Galaxy Note7 owners $100 to stick with the company as it expands product recall

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 1:02pm CEST par Mark Wilson

The cost of Samsung's explosive and disastrous Galaxy Note7 launch just keeps on mounting up. Having previously offered Galaxy Note7 owners $25 for anyone seeking a refund on their handset or switching to another brand, the company is now dangling the promise of a $100 sweetener to anyone willing to try their luck with another Samsung phone. The expansion of the refund and exchange program starts today, and is accompanied by near-grovelling from Samsung president and COO Tim Baxter. Samsung is currently counting the financial cost of the recall -- but would the promise of a nice, crisp Benjamin be… [Continue Reading]
Updated Google Photos uses AI to animate and auto-rotate your pictures... and more

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 11:39am CEST par Mark Wilson

Google Photos has received a fairly significant update that sees the arrival of four key new features. Three of them are focused on sharing and viewing your photos, but the fourth is an AI-powered auto-rotate function that ensures you'll no longer have to look at photos on their sides. As Pixel and Pixel XL owners (as well as other Android users who don't mind a drop in quality) have unlimited Google Photo storage at their disposal, Google is introducing a Facebook-style restrospective feature. Google says it will "make it easier to look back at your fondest memories", but there is… [Continue Reading]
Playboy comes to iOS and Android after ditching the nudity

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 10:58am CEST par Mark Wilson

Playboy is a name synonymous with nudity -- or at least it was. It's been some time since the top shelf stalwart decided to drop pictures of completely naked women (the prevalence of hardcore online porn was too much to compete with), and the cleaner image means that the title is now available in the App Store and Google Play. The title can now be downloaded as an app which provides subscribers with access to "sexy, seductive pictorials of the world’s most beautiful women". But of course you only buy it for the articles, so you'll be pleased to hear… [Continue Reading]
A Sharper Scaling resizes images with less blurring

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 10:56am CEST par Mike Williams

A Sharper Scaling is an open-source tool which aims to upscale images to deliver crisper, cleaner results than current techniques, including "Preserve Details". Does it work? The developer’s website has a lot of examples to show that it does (beware, this may not be visible at the default display size -- follow the instructions and zoom in to get the real high-resolution view). The program requires installation, but that’s straightforward enough. There’s no adware, and no dependencies beyond .NET 3.5 (Windows 7 and later have that already). A straightforward, app-like interface keeps hassles to a minimum. There are no menus… [Continue Reading]
Samsung cuts Q3 profit estimate by $2.3 billion due to Galaxy Note7 recall

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 10:51am CEST par Anthony Spadafora

After the continued difficulties and now recall of its Galaxy Note7 smartphone, Samsung has cut its third quarter profits forecast by $2.3 billion after issuing much higher figures only last week. The company made the announcement that it would be cutting its profits forecast during a surprise regulatory filing after South Korea's financial markets had closed for the day. This week has been particularly bad for Samsung after it was forced to completely scrap the Galaxy Note7 as the replacement batteries it shipped to consumers were also prone to overheating and exploding. The financial burden caused by having to pull… [Continue Reading]
Rumors of the OnePlus 3's death have been greatly exaggerated

Publié: octobre 13, 2016, 10:14am CEST par Mark Wilson

That the Samsung Galaxy Note7 was killed off hardly came as a surprise, but rumors also started to circulate this week that the OnePlus 3 was to be discontinued. While OnePlus has not suffered from any problems, delays in getting orders out to customers led to speculation that there was a new phone in the pipeline and that production on the OnePlus 3 had come to an end. Nonsense! Says OnePlus. The company reassures us that it is "still producing and selling the OnePlus 3". There is, however, a slight problem with the supply chain. Carl Pei, co-founder of OnePlus,… [Continue Reading]