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Microsoft releases Windows 10 19H1 Build 18272 with improved sign-in options

Publié: octobre 31, 2018, 10:28pm CET par Wayne Williams

Things might have gone badly wrong for Microsoft with the Windows 10 October 2018 Update, but the company is working hard on the next big feature release out next spring. Build 18272 (19H1) pushed out to Insiders on the Fast ring today (and also available in ISO form) includes some input improvements and new sign-in options for Windows Hello. SEE ALSO: Get ready for Windows 10 'Vanadium' Windows 10 -- 1990s edition is the retro operating system we want Microsoft releases Windows 10 19H1 Build 18267 with expanded search indexing SwiftKey’s AI technology supports more languages from this build, and… [Continue Reading]

Four steps to make your business intelligence teams more relevant

Publié: octobre 31, 2018, 10:07pm CET par Andrew Wells and Kathy Chiang

The world of analytics is changing. Self-Service Analytical tools like Tableau, Qlik, and Power BI are enabling business users to perform reporting and analytics on their own with little to no support from the IT organization. This trend has evolved due to several factors including: 1) Organizations are flooded with data and IT organizations are not able to keep up 2) Easier to use Business Intelligence tools make it more efficient for business users to directly create their reports rather than go through IT for a project 3) IT organizations analytical projects can take several months when a business needs… [Continue Reading]

AOC launches C32V1Q 32-inch curved monitor

Publié: octobre 31, 2018, 6:52pm CET par Brian Fagioli

AOC monitors are a favorite of mine. While they may not be the top of the line, these reliable displays offer a lot of "bang for your buck." In other words, they are budget-friendly, allowing you to save money. If you are a system builder, you know that money saved on a display can be used towards PC components, such as RAM, storage, etc. If you want one of those fancy new curved monitors, today, AOC launches a new model. The C32V1Q, as it is called, features a 32-inch screen. While a big display is appreciated, please know, the resolution is… [Continue Reading]

Are APIs becoming the keys to customer experience?

Publié: octobre 31, 2018, 6:11pm CET par Jerome Louvel

In recent years, APIs have encouraged the emergence of new services by facilitating collaboration between applications and databases of one or more companies. Beyond catalyzing innovation, APIs have also revolutionized the customer-company relationship, allowing it to provide an accurate and detailed picture of the consumer at a time when a quality customer experience now counts as much as the price or capabilities of the product. Over the years, customer relationship channels have multiplied with consumers who can interact with their brands through stores, voice, email, mobile applications, the web or chatbots. The multiple points of interaction used by customers have… [Continue Reading]

Get ready for Windows 10 'Vanadium'

Publié: octobre 31, 2018, 5:57pm CET par Wayne Williams

Microsoft’s first Windows 10 feature updates used the "Threshold" codename, but the software giant switched to using "Redstone" for the Anniversary, Creators, Fall Creators, April 2018, and October 2018 updates. The software giant went with "19H1" for the update due out next spring (the April 2019 Update possibly), but it plans to change its naming convention once again for the update that's scheduled to be released in October 2019. SEE ALSO: Windows 10 -- 1990s edition is the retro operating system we want Microsoft releases Windows 10 19H1 Build 18267 with expanded search indexing According to her sources, ZDNet’s Mary… [Continue Reading]

Sextortion is back and this time it looks personal

Publié: octobre 31, 2018, 4:58pm CET par Ian Barker

Over the last few weeks you may well have received an email that quotes an old password you once used. It tells you that your account has been hacked, that malware has been placed on your machine to capture data and that you’ve been recorded watching porn. It then demands that you cough up some Bitcoin -- amounts vary -- to prevent this webcam video from being made public on your social networks. It is, of course, a classic sextortion scam. There is no malware and no video, they just want to scare you into thinking there is in the… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft Office for macOS getting dark mode

Publié: octobre 31, 2018, 3:32pm CET par Brian Fagioli

One of the coolest new features of macOS Mojave is dark mode. As the name implies, it quite literally allows the user to make a system-wide switch to a darker interface. It works quite well, but unfortunately, app developers have to take advantage of it in their code -- their programs will not support dark mode by default. This means that even when you turn dark mode on, some apps will look out of place. Yeah, that inconsistency kind of stinks, but luckily, many developers -- not all -- have been updating their software to support the feature. One huge… [Continue Reading]

Comodo launches enhanced solution to secure internet access

Publié: octobre 31, 2018, 3:11pm CET par Ian Barker

Businesses need to protect themselves against harmful websites, but recognizing which are dangerous and which are not can be a tricky task. Cyber defense company Comodo is launching a new version of its cloud-delivered, DNS-based Security-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution that allows enterprises, medium-sized and small businesses, MSPs and channel partners to protect users’ digital presence. Comodo Dome Shield Platinum implements a highly configurable web filter to check the content and reputation of sites against company IT policy based on both safety and appropriateness. It protects against threats like phishing, bots and botnets, command-and-control servers, spyware and spam. The latest Platinum version… [Continue Reading]

Misconfigurations put enterprise cloud data at risk

Publié: octobre 31, 2018, 11:37am CET par Ian Barker

While organizations are increasingly using the public cloud to create new digital experiences for their customers, the average enterprise experiences more than 2,200 misconfiguration incidents per month in their infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) and platform-as-a-service (PaaS) instances. This is among the findings of McAfee's latest Cloud Adoption and Risk Report which also finds that 21 percent of data in the cloud can now be classed as 'sensitive', putting the business at risk if it's stolen or leaked. Enterprise organizations have an average of 14 misconfigured IaaS/PaaS instances running at one time, and 5.5 percent of AWS S3 buckets have world read permissions,… [Continue Reading]

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It’s not about cookies, but data, as the Girl Scouts gets hacked

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 9:13pm CET par Alan Buckingham

It’s that time of year where we look for cookies outside of stores. The prices of those sold by Girl Scouts have gone up over the years, but we all continue to buy them. Regardless of whether you like Thin Mints, Samoas or any of the several other brands available, there’s something for you. Right now, however, the Girl Scouts have more problems to worry about beyond their fundraising campaign. The Orange County, California branch of the organization has warned 2,800 members that their personal data could have been compromised. You can view the letter here. A third party managed to gain… [Continue Reading]

Fedora 29 Linux distribution now available for download

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 6:45pm CET par Brian Fagioli

Two days ago, it was announced that IBM will be buying Red Hat. While we don't know how the marriage between the two companies will work out, I am cautiously optimistic. I mean, look, Red Hat is a solid organization, and if IBM is true to its word about allowing the RHEL-maker to operate independently, it should largely be a non-issue. Personally, as a hardcore Fedora user, I can only pray that IBM doesn't mess with my favorite operating system. The acquisition won't be closing for a while, however, and today, after a short public beta period, Fedora 29 is… [Continue Reading]

Boards have wider cyber security awareness but still struggle to manage risks

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 5:52pm CET par Ian Barker

Risk management specialist Focal Point Data Risk, has released its latest Cyber Balance Sheet Report showing that wider awareness of risks -- including third-party data breaches, ransomware and geopolitical conflicts -- spurs more security dialogue in the boardroom. However, C-Suite and security leaders still struggle to frame risk in productive decision-making terms and keep an eye on whether companies are operating within an acceptable level of risk. "This year's Cyber Balance Sheet Report dispels the 'cyber is not a boardroom issue' cliché by showing that not only have board members already received the cyber risk message loud and clear, they… [Continue Reading]

Apple's Mac mini gains a massive performance boost

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 5:04pm CET par Wayne Williams

At its special event at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, Apple today revealed a new MacBook Air with Retina Display, new iPad Pros with USB-C, and also updated its Mac mini. The new Mac mini comes with quad- and 6-core 8th-generation Intel Core processors, up to 64GB of faster memory and all-flash storage (up to 2TB). It also comes with four Thunderbolt 3 ports, an Apple T2 Security Chip and a 10Gb Ethernet option. Mac mini features an HDMI 2.0 port, two USB-A ports, an audio jack and Gigabit Ethernet as standard. "Mac mini is loved by customers for its… [Continue Reading]

New platform helps enterprises manage third-party cyber risks

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 4:35pm CET par Ian Barker

Moving to digital transformation means that companies frequently have a host of vendors, suppliers, providers, and subsidiaries, all connected to their network or data and each with the potential to publicly expose customer information, intellectual property, or heavily regulated data. Without continuous insight into these other networks third-party risks can be hard to assess, leaving businesses open to the possibility of data breaches. Intelligence-driven security company LookingGlass is launching a new subscription-based monitoring service. This uses threat data along with a team of expert security and intelligence analysts to mitigate risks and provide continuous visibility into potential exposure. "When it… [Continue Reading]

Apple reveals new iPad Pro with USB-C

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 4:35pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

In addition to its new MacBook Air and Mac mini, Apple today launched the new iPad Pro. The most immediately-noticeable change is the death of the home button, but there's much more to this new model than just that. The screen of the smaller iPad Pro has jumped from 10.5 to 11 inches without changing the overall size of the body, while the 12.9-inch model is available in a dramatically smaller casing. Both are thinner than before (just 5.9 mm), Face ID has been added, and there's more going on under the hood. See also: Apple unveils new MacBook Air… [Continue Reading]

Linux Mint 19.1 'Tessa' coming this Christmas

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 4:11pm CET par Brian Fagioli

December is coming, which means one of my favorite holidays, Christmas, is fairly imminent. While I enjoy spending time with family to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, I’d be lying if I said I don’t like getting presents. Heck, I really enjoy giving gifts too. Not all Christmas gifts need to be physical -- sometimes a Linux distribution can be equally rewarding! Case in point, today, we learn Linux Mint 19.1 -- which is named "Tessa" -- will be released around Christmastime. In addition, the Mint developers have launched an official Patreon account as a new way to get… [Continue Reading]

Apple unveils new MacBook Air with Retina Display and Touch ID

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 3:29pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

At the Brooklyn Academy of Music, Apple today revealed a new MacBook Air. As well as a Retina Display, Apple has shrunk the bezels to near-invisibility. The screen measures 13.3-inch with four times the resolution of its predecessor. The new model features Touch ID built directly into the keyboard. The keyboard itself has been upgraded for a better and more reliable typing experience, and the new Force Touchpad below this is 20 percent larger. But what else does the new MacBook Air have to offer? Security is taken care of by Apple's T2 chip, and Apple has boosted the speakers… [Continue Reading]

Non-Microsoft exploits on the rise as hackers turn to servers

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 3:19pm CET par Ian Barker

A new report from AlienVault, based on findings from vendors' threat reports in its Open Threat Exchange (OTX) platform, reveals more non-Microsoft exploits are in the top 10 list this year. This is largely due to a rise of server attacks, particularly cryptocurrency-mining botnets that use remote exploits, such as Drupal. The report also sees an IoT exploit make the list for the first time. On a positive note, the OTX Trends Report shows an encouraging uptick in information sharing across the InfoSec industry, including a lot of independent research sharing on Twitter. OTX itself now has more than 100,000… [Continue Reading]

Major companies' two-factor authentication offerings fall short

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 1:14pm CET par Ian Barker

With passwords increasingly being seen as insufficient to properly secure access to websites, more and more companies are turning to two-factor authentication. New research from digital identity management experts Dashlane looks at how some of the biggest consumer websites are protecting their users. It looks at 17 of the UK’s most popular sites and finds only four get top marks for their 2FA offerings. Researchers tested each website on three 2FA criteria, awarding one point for SMS or email authentication, one point for software tokens, and three points for hardware tokens, such as YubiKey or U2F authentication, for a maximum… [Continue Reading]

Apple announces iOS 12.1 with Group FaceTime, new emoji, dual-SIM support and more

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 12:53pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Later today Apple is holding an event in Brooklyn at which we expect to see a new iPad Pro, iMac and MacBook Air. That's the hardware side of things. Today is also about software -- specifically iOS 12.1 which holds many treats for iPhone and iPad users. The latest version of iOS will be available today, and it includes Group FaceTime and more than 70 new emoji. On top of this, there's also Depth Control in real-time preview and dual-SIM support for iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR. See also: How to watch Apple's new iPad and Mac… [Continue Reading]

RogueKiller Anti-Malware 13 adds new scan modes, rewrites scan engine for faster performance

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 12:50pm CET par Nick Peers

Adlice Software has released RogueKiller Anti-Malware 13.0.3 alongside RogueKiller Portable 13.0.3 and RogueKillerCMD 13.0.3, a major new release of its anti-malware protection tool. RogueKiller, which comes as a cut-down free scan-and-removal tool as well as a paid-for version offering additional features such as CLI support and automatic updates, unveils several new scanners, an overhauled scan engine and redesigned user interface, with several advanced tools and features stripped out and moved to a separate application. The program debuts a new Quick Scan mode, which will scan common areas known to harbor malware, such as key Registry entries, program folders, startup entries… [Continue Reading]

How to watch Apple's new iPad and Mac event

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 11:59am CET par Wayne Williams

In just a few hours, Apple will be taking the wraps off its latest iPads and Macs. The launch event will be held in Brooklyn this time around, which means it will be a lot earlier than usual. We’re expecting to see a new Home button-less iPad Pro with a thinner bezels and a Face ID sensor, updated iMacs, a new MacBook Air and maybe a new Mac Mini. iOS 12.1 is also out today, so expect some references to that too, as well as the usual surprises. The event is scheduled to start at 10am EDT/ 7am PDT/ 2pm… [Continue Reading]

Google is working on a patch for weird double-notch bug affecting Pixel 3 XL

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 9:45am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The notches that grace an increasing number of phones -- from the iPhone XS to the OnePlus 6T -- have proved quite divisive, but it seems unlikely they are going to disappear anytime soon. In fact, thanks to a weird bug,some Pixel 3 XL owners have found that they have extra notches to contend with. A number of users have encountered a bug that adds a second notch to the side of the screen in addition to the usual one at the top. The cause of the problem is not known, but Google is working on fixing it. See also: Google… [Continue Reading]

Dear Apple, I don't need a fancy iPad Pro for sitting on the toilet

Publié: octobre 30, 2018, 1:20am CET par Brian Fagioli

Apple makes very elegant products that help people get work done every day. As an example, my MacBook Pro and iPhone are what I often use to both be creative and keep in contact with friends, family, and colleagues. My iPad is a different story though. I'm not going to beat around the bush here, folks -- I frequently use it while going "number two." Look, if I am going to be sitting on the toilet for a while, I take my 2017 iPad with me for surfing the web, watching videos, listening to music, playing casual games, and checking… [Continue Reading]

Red Hat takes over IBM

Publié: octobre 29, 2018, 9:31pm CET par Robert X. Cringely

So IBM is buying Red Hat (home of the largest Enterprise Linux distribution) for $34 billion and readers want to know what I think of the deal. Well, if I made a list of acquisitions and things to do to save IBM, buying Red Hat would have been very close to the top of that list. It should have bought Red Hat 10 years ago when the stock market was in the gutter. Jumping the gun a bit, I have to say the bigger question is really which company’s culture will ultimately dominate? I’m hoping it’s Red Hat. The deal… [Continue Reading]

Here's the OnePlus 6T -- and it's coming to T-Mobile in the US

Publié: octobre 29, 2018, 6:52pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

After months of build up from the Chinese company, a tremendous number of leaks, and endless hype, the OnePlus 6T has finally been officially announced. Something of an evolution of the OnePlus 6, the latest handset features a smaller notch, an in-screen fingerprint reader, and no headphone socket. With a starting price of $549 there's a lot to get excited about with the latest addition to the OnePlus range -- and the specs are certainly impressive. But for folks in the US who have been eagerly anticipating OnePlus handsets finally launching in their country, the wait is finally over. The… [Continue Reading]

Get a 1-year subscription to Innovation & Tech Today magazine ($40 value) FREE for a limited time

Publié: octobre 29, 2018, 5:23pm CET par Wayne Williams

Innovation & Tech Today magazine brings you the latest news, products, and commentary from leaders in the tech industry. I&T Today was named Best BtoC magazine from the recent Niche Media Conference -- amongst over 400 titles. This cutting edge publication features fascinating content, interviews, and product reviews from across a variety of sectors including: STEM, Home Automation, Wearables, Energy and Transportation, Medical Tech, Business Innovations, Gaming and Entertainment, and Sustainability. Each quarterly issue 160 pages, perfectly bound, with rich and enticing photography. Exclusive interviews and stories with names like, Scarlett Johansson, Kevin Hart, Akon, Dr. Michio Kaku, Bill Nye, Neil deGrasse… [Continue Reading]

Could your brain be a target for hackers?

Publié: octobre 29, 2018, 4:43pm CET par Ian Barker

Implanted brain stimulation devices are used by scientists to explore how memories are created in the brain. New research shows that vulnerabilities mean they could be be targeted in future to steal personal information, alter or erase memories or cause physical harm. Sound like science fiction? Researchers from Kaspersky Lab and the University of Oxford Functional Neurosurgery Group have used practical and theoretical analysis to explore the very real vulnerabilities that could exist in implanted devices used for deep brain stimulation. Known as Implantable Pulse Generators (IPGs) or neurostimulators, these devices send electrical impulses to specific targets in the brain… [Continue Reading]

How to access your iPhone's secret emoticon keyboard

Publié: octobre 29, 2018, 3:57pm CET par Wayne Williams

Before emojis took over the world, people who wanted to add some tone or feelings to text messages or emails would use emoticons (or smileys) -- faces made up of punctuation characters. They’re still in use today, but people prefer to send emojis, or -- if you’re an iPhone user -- you might enjoy using Apple’s new face-tracking Animoji instead. But if you want to go old school, there’s a special emoticon keyboard hidden inside iOS. You can access a selection of emoticons through the Japanese keyboard. Just follow these instructions: Open Settings, General and select Keyboard. Tap Keyboards, and… [Continue Reading]

Sony announces the full PlayStation Classic game list, and it is insanely impressive

Publié: octobre 29, 2018, 2:14pm CET par Brian Fagioli

When Nintendo experienced huge success with its NES Classic Edition, many people in the video game industry were caught off guard. It shouldn't have been a surprise, however, as nostalgia sells. People simply love reliving their youth. We are all guilty of fondly remembering the commercialism of our childhood, and putting certain things -- like a video game console -- on a pedestal. Sony was wise to follow Nintendo's lead with the upcoming mini PlayStation Classic, as many consumers that had the console as children are now adults with disposable income. Unfortunately, Sony did not share the full list of pre-loaded… [Continue Reading]

Analysis of British Airways breach uncovers sophisticated techniques

Publié: octobre 29, 2018, 1:05pm CET par Ian Barker

The British Airways breach earlier this year affected around 380,000 customers and resulted in the theft of data including personal and financial details. The threat research team at Securonix has taken an in-depth look at the breach and the Magecart threat actor behind it, to uncover how it was carried out and offer tips to mitigate and prevent future attacks. The card skimming campaign used against BA has hit several other major victims this year, including the Ticketmaster and Newegg breaches. It works by installing malicious customized JavaScript on the victim's website. This can be done directly by compromising the… [Continue Reading]

Windows 10 -- 1990s edition is the retro operating system we want

Publié: octobre 28, 2018, 8:11pm CET par Wayne Williams

Windows 10 is a great operating system, but it’s not without its problems from time to time. That said, it’s still a huge leap forward from past Microsoft offerings, like Windows 95 and 98. If you’ve ever wondered what Windows 10 would be like if it had been released at the end of the last century, then take a look at Windows 10 -- 1990s Edition. Who needs Cortana when you can have Clippy helping you out? SEE ALSO: Forget Windows 10, it's Windows Vista -- 2018 Edition we want! Windows 7 -- 2018 Edition is the Microsoft operating system… [Continue Reading]

IBM gobbles up open source and Linux darling Red Hat in $34 billion deal

Publié: octobre 28, 2018, 7:45pm CET par Brian Fagioli

Red Hat Inc. is a great example of how a company can be successful with open source. Hell, Red hat is a billion dollar company -- yes, billion with a "B." Its contributions to the Linux community are invaluable -- RHEL, CentOS, and Fedora are important and indispensable. That's why I'm a bit scared today. You see, International Business Machines has acquired the open source darling, Red Hat. I suppose IBM could be a great Red Hat owner from a financial standpoint, but IBM's leadership has been questionable over the years. I'm sure I am not alone is fearing that IBM… [Continue Reading]

Multiple ways to recover lost tabs in Chrome

Publié: octobre 28, 2018, 7:13pm CET par Alan Buckingham

While Firefox, Opera and even Internet Explorer and Edge have their fans, many of us stick to Chrome as our primary browser. There are good reasons for that -- features like built in translations, autofill, and syncing across computers and other devices, all work really well. One of the browser's biggest faults, however, is losing tabs. You’ve likely experienced this annoying problem. Let’s take a look at the easiest ways to get that missing site back in your browser. We’ll start with the easy -- one tab accidentally closed. To fix this, either right-click on a tab and select 'Reopen closed tab' from the context menu or press… [Continue Reading]

Linux systems vulnerable to privilege escalation and file overwrite exploit in X.Org server

Publié: octobre 28, 2018, 11:03am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

An "incorrect command-line parameter validation" vulnerability in X.Org server makes it possible to escalate privileges as well as overwrite files. The problem affects Linux and BSD distributions using the open source X Window System implementation. The vulnerability has been present for a couple of years, but has been brought to light by security researcher Narendra Shinde. Unpatched system can be exploited by non-root users if X server is running with elevated privileges. See also: Linux-friendly company System76 shares more open source Thelio computer details System76 releases Ubuntu-based Pop!_OS 18.10 Linux distribution Linus Torvalds is back in charge as Linux kernel… [Continue Reading]

Google brags about Gmail's 1.5 billion users

Publié: octobre 27, 2018, 3:56pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

You're probably well aware that Gmail is popular... but have you ever thought about just how popular it is? If this is the sort of thing that keeps you awake at night, Google has provided an answer. Apparently around a fifth of the world's population has a Gmail account -- 1.5 billion in total. Of course, there are many people who have more than one Gmail email address, but the number is pretty impressive nonetheless. See also: Leaked documents show Google now requires OEMs to provide 2 years of Android security updates Privacy: Google makes it easier to delete your… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft defends its JEDI cloud project bid

Publié: octobre 27, 2018, 10:19am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google may have pulled out of the Pentagon's $10 billion JEDI cloud project, but Microsoft has no intention of following suit. Company president Brad Smith has used a blog post to defend the decision to bid for military contracts, despite pressure from its employees. Smith recognizes that there are ethical concerns about getting involved in military projects, particularly when artificial intelligence technology is involved. However, he says: "we believe in the strong defense of the United States and we want the people who defend it to have access to the nation's best technology, including from Microsoft". See also: Microsoft employees… [Continue Reading]

Linux-friendly company System76 shares more open source Thelio computer details

Publié: octobre 26, 2018, 1:57pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

System76 has been making big news in the Linux community lately with its upcoming open source Thelio computer. Many Linux users have been clamoring for System76 to make its own hardware, and that dream will soon be a reality. Unfortunately, not much is known about Thelio hardware other than it is definitely a desktop computer that is built with open source ideology. Today, however, System76 shares new details and images about the computer with those that signed up for its email list. Probably the most exciting is the promise of an open source "daughter board" that will apparently strip the… [Continue Reading]

Best Windows 10 apps this week

Publié: octobre 26, 2018, 1:32pm CEST par Martin Brinkmann

Three-hundred-and-six in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Windows Store in the past seven days. Microsoft is still working on getting the next feature update for Windows 10 ready for wider distribution. The company had to pull the upgrade days after initial release because of data loss issues. As always, if I've missed an app or game that has been released this week that you believe is particularly good, let me know in the comments below or notify me via email. Discounts this week The following list is a… [Continue Reading]

The role of the mainframe in digital transformation [Q&A]

Publié: octobre 26, 2018, 11:20am CEST par Ian Barker

When many enterprises think of mainframes, they think of reliable, workhorse technology and legacy applications. Mobile, windows-based applications are rarely top of mind. However, mainframes still power much of today's digital economy, from mobile banking to online ticket reservations, and still have a place in the enterprise IT stack. We spoke to Steve Hassett, chief operating officer at mainframe integration specialist GT Software, to find out why some enterprises incorrectly assume mainframes are yesterday's technology and why, for many, mainframe integration is so hard. We also asked Steve about how progressive organizations are leveraging their mainframe investment to unlock new… [Continue Reading]

Corsair launches K70 RGB MK.2 LOW PROFILE mechanical gaming keyboards

Publié: octobre 26, 2018, 3:57am CEST par Brian Fagioli

I'm a huge fan of mechanical keyboards. While they are great for gaming, I find they are quite brilliant for general use too. Nothing makes me happier than typing away on a quality keyboard, and mechanical keyswitches often feel very premium. My one complaint about mechanical keyboards is the height. It can be hard to get my arms/shoulders comfortable when the keyboard ands its keys are too high/thick -- a problem I don't have with Apple's non-mechanical -- yet very slim -- desktop keyboard. Today, Corsair announces two new keyboards that aim to help with this issue. You see, as… [Continue Reading]

Western Digital unveils 15TB Ultrastar DC HC620 SMR HDD for data centers

Publié: octobre 25, 2018, 7:41pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

For home computer users, it is crazy not to use a solid state drive -- especially when coupled with a good cloud backup plan. With that said, data centers are an entirely different beast. When you are looking to maximize storage on a budget -- and with physical constraints -- a hard disk drive still reigns supreme. That's why its so important for companies to continue to innovate when it comes to mechanical hard drives. For example, last year, Western Digital released an impressive 14TB SMR HDD for data centers, and today, the company kicks it up a notch. The… [Continue Reading]

Majority of CISOs believe security breaches are inevitable

Publié: octobre 25, 2018, 5:40pm CEST par Ian Barker

According to research from Kaspersky Lab, 86 percent of CISOs believe that breaches are inevitable, but too many are stuck in a vicious circle of risk. Financially motivated criminal gangs (40 percent) and malicious insider attacks (29 percent) are the biggest risks to their businesses, and these are the threats that are extremely difficult to prevent, either because they are launched by 'professional' cybercriminals or because they are assisted by employees who are expected to be on the right side. More than half (56 percent) of CISOs are expecting their budgets to increase in the future, though 38 percent of… [Continue Reading]

Identity and access management a major concern for cloud deployments

Publié: octobre 25, 2018, 3:43pm CEST par Ian Barker

According to a new report, 71.5 percent of violations on AWS occur around identity and access management (IAM). The study from cloud security company Netskope analyzed the Center for Internet Security's Benchmarks for AWS. Many of the IAM violations found involve instance rules, role-based access controls, and access to resources or password policy requirements -- things that enterprises can easily address even without an external security solution. Additional benchmark violations were found in monitoring (19 percent), networking (5.9 percent) and logging (3.6 percent). Looking at data loss prevention (DLP) violations, uploads make up the majority with 55.3 percent, followed by… [Continue Reading]

Ring unveils its 'next generation neighbor experience'

Publié: octobre 25, 2018, 1:09pm CEST par Alan Buckingham

You've no doubt heard of Ring -- there’s near constant ads for it on TV these days, some featuring Shaquille O’Neal. Ring became famous for its video doorbell that shows you who is outside, without you needing to open the door. The company has since expanded into video security cameras and full security systems, complete with camera, doorbell, sensors and all. Coverage runs you $10 per month, much cheaper than the big names that tend towards $30. The latest Ring update is for its phone app -- the one that alerts you of movement and shows who’s at your door. Camera recordings, which allow… [Continue Reading]

Interest in Kodi declines following introduction of anti-piracy measures

Publié: octobre 25, 2018, 12:21pm CEST par Ian Barker

The Kodi Media Center has developed something of a reputation as a platform for pirated content. Although the Kodi Foundation has tried to distance itself from this, it seems other measures are having an effect. The anti-piracy coalition, Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE), along with new anti-piracy rules in the EU and UK, plus bans on Kodi boxes being sold via online marketplaces, has seen interest in Kodi decline sharply. New research from technology site Comparitech analyzing Google Trends data shows that interest in 'Kodi' as a search term has fallen over 80 percent from 2017 to 2018. There are… [Continue Reading]

UK hits Facebook with maximum possible fine for Cambridge Analytica privacy scandal

Publié: octobre 25, 2018, 12:09pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has penalized Facebook for the Cambridge Analytica data scandal by fining it the maximum amount permissible under law. But the fine is unlikely to make Facebook break a sweat. At just £500,000 ($645,000) the sum represents a miniscule percentage of the social network's income. There will undoubtedly be arguments that this is little more than a rap on the knuckles for failing to protect the private data of at least a million Facebook users in the UK. See also: Facebook Messenger 4 is simpler and far, far less ugly Facebook says it could use… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft releases Windows 10 19H1 Build 18267 with expanded search indexing

Publié: octobre 25, 2018, 9:57am CEST par Wayne Williams

Microsoft is still busy fixing the many problems that have blighted the Windows 10 October 2018 Update, but that hasn’t stopped development on the follow up, due out next spring. Build 18267 for Insiders on the Fast ring, introduces -- among other things -- the ability for the OS to index all of your folders and drives, to make finding files on your PC much easier. SEE ALSO: More problems surface with the buggy Windows 10 October 2018 Update Windows 10 October 2018 Update nearly ready for re-release By default, the search indexer limits search to your documents, pictures, videos,… [Continue Reading]

Leaked documents show Google now requires OEMs to provide 2 years of Android security updates

Publié: octobre 25, 2018, 9:53am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

One of the problems with buying an Android phone over an iPhone is the fact that you don't know how long you can expect to receive updates. There has long been criticism of the fact that many Android handsets are quickly abandoned while Apple pushes out iOS updates for a number of years. We've heard suggestions that Google might start requiring handset manufacturers to provide updates for a minimum period, and now it seems that this has indeed been mandated. A leaked copy of a contract between Google and OEMs shows that there is now a requirement to release security… [Continue Reading]

Why endpoint management is critical to your enterprise security strategy

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 8:19pm CEST par Mathivanan Venkatachalam

Endpoints make the enterprise run, whether they are laptops or desktops running macOS, Windows or Linux; smartphones or tablets running iOS or Android; virtual machines or IoT devices. They’re found driving business on local networks, in remote offices and in the hands of traveling users. However, endpoints also make the enterprise vulnerable. They are a favorite target of criminals who launch cyberattacks via ransomware, spyware, phishing and other malicious software. Over the past year alone, critical endpoint vulnerabilities have been discovered in popular OSs and applications and then exploited by WannaCry, Meltdown, Spectre, Petya, Fireball, Bad Rabbit and other harmful… [Continue Reading]

How automation will impact education

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 7:34pm CEST par Neil Kinson

There has been a lot of hype around how new technologies like automation will impact our way of life. Some live in fear that their jobs will be lost to humanoid robots, while others excitedly welcome bots like Amazon Alexa into their home. The impact of 'robots' -- itself an ill-defined category -- is widely discussed and hotly contested. In the business world, most industries have much to gain from automation and robotics, but what this looks like in practice is a far cry from the wider speculation. Education in particular is ripe for automation -- but we won’t be… [Continue Reading]

IT and the rise of connected cars

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 7:24pm CEST par Matthew Harper

Volkswagen recently revealed that it is exploring using an innovative form of distributed-ledger (i.e., blockchain) technology called the IOTA "Tangle" to deliver software updates to its autonomous cars. The technology may be available to customers as early as Spring 2019. It’s just the latest in a seemingly unending stream of news about connected cars, a broad term that encompasses everything from cars with built-in GPS systems to fully autonomous, AI-driven semi trucks in the emergent IoT space. While the topics of conversation are spanning everything from legislation to programming ethics, not enough air-time has been devoted to discussing exactly how… [Continue Reading]

Early adopters delay IoT purchases over security concerns

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 3:58pm CEST par Ian Barker

While people are still excited about Internet of Things technology, many are delaying buying over concerns about privacy and security. A new survey from cyber security company F-Secure shows that 63 percent of early adopters are looking to purchase new devices, but 50 percent have delayed an IoT purchase because of security concerns. Almost two thirds (63 percent) of UK early adopters are also worried that new internet connected devices, such as wearables and connected home appliances, could lead to a violation of their privacy. Awareness of cyber threats has increased considerably over the past three years: 62 percent of… [Continue Reading]

Consumers will stop spending with businesses after a breach

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 3:15pm CEST par Ian Barker

New research finds that that 83 percent of consumers will stop spending with a business for several months in the immediate aftermath of a security breach or a hack. More than a fifth (21 percent) will never return to a brand or a business post-breach, representing a significant loss of revenue, according to the study from secure payments provider PCI Pal. Even being perceived as having lax security practices can be enough to incur spending penalties -- almost half (45 percent) of those surveyed report that they spend less with brands they perceive to have insecure data practices, while over… [Continue Reading]

Advanced SystemCare 12 includes a new privacy shield

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 3:14pm CEST par Chris Wiles

Should you keep your system optimized or simply allow Windows to keep your computer in-check? A few years ago, data would build, junk would collate and it was relatively easy to cause a blue screen of death or even stop Windows from booting at all, requiring a system restore. These days Windows 10 is far better engineered and will do a good job keeping your system maintained. With this in mind, system maintenance suites are turning their hand to security, adding features to enable you to keep yourself safe and secure whilst you browse the internet (although your security software should… [Continue Reading]

Logitech Capture webcam software enters public beta

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 2:59pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

With YouTube and social media being so popular these days, it can seem like everyone is sharing photos and videos of themselves online. Heck, there are professional content creators and Instagram models that get paid a lot of money to share media content with followers. It's a weird and wild world, folks. Webcams are an important tool to vloggers and streamers, but make no mistake -- all cameras are not created equally. In fact, the ones that are integrated into laptops are often terrible. Thankfully, companies like Logitech produce high-end USB webcams for those that don't want to compromise. Apparently,… [Continue Reading]

Privacy: Google makes it easier to delete your search history

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 2:44pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

It's the butt of many jokes, but your search history -- as well as your browsing history -- can be hugely revealing about you. While it is possible to quickly clear the record of searches that your browser stores, it is not so easy to delete the records stored by Google. At least that used to be true. Google has just announced a new option that enables you to view and delete your Google search history, making it possible to take control of some of the data stored on the company's servers. Contrary to what you might expect, the option… [Continue Reading]

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Kodi 18 'Leia' will come with fewer features installed, and that’s a good thing

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 12:58pm CEST par Wayne Williams

The Kodi Foundation is busy finishing off the next major release of its hugely popular home theater software, and has made a fundamental change. In Kodi 18 'Leia', the binary add-ons will be removed, reducing the size of the installer significantly. When you download the program, you’ll get just the basics and can install additional features as required through the binary repository. There’s another benefit besides avoiding bloat. SEE ALSO: New Kodi 18 'Leia' Beta 4 arrives -- download it now! Reddit Browser for Kodi scrapes video and more from the best subreddits TVAddons' new transparency report reveals blacklisted Kodi… [Continue Reading]

TeamViewer 14 Preview is here with new augmented reality Pilot mode

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 12:32pm CEST par Chris Wiles

We handle support for novice computer users and you’ll be surprised how many of these customers do not understand the basics of computing. Sell them security software and many can’t install the new suite as they’ve never fully removed the previous one. So frustrating. The easiest solution is to employ TeamViewer and remotely advise the user via their computer, that than either over the phone or by email. It’s quicker to perform a task yourself than guide someone, which has made the software a godsend for any remote support facility. TeamViewer 14 Preview is here and it’s looking like the… [Continue Reading]

Tim Cook calls for 'comprehensive federal privacy law in the United States'

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 12:23pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Speaking at the International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners in Brussels, Apple CEO Tim Cook praised Europe's GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and said the US needs to fight back against the weaponization of personal data. In a strongly-worded speech, Cook avoided explicitly naming the likes of Google and Facebook for trading in private information, but it was clear who he was referring to when he said data was being misused. He added: "We shouldn't sugar-coat the consequences. This is surveillance". See also: Apple gives US customers the chance to download their data and updates its privacy page… [Continue Reading]

Web applications leave companies vulnerable to breaches

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 12:15pm CEST par Ian Barker

Insecure and outdated web applications are a core source of high-profile data breaches among FT 500 global companies according to new research from web security company High-Tech Bridge. The study reveals that abandoned, shadow and legacy web applications more or less nullify corporate cybersecurity spending and undermine compliance. The research took the 1,000 largest global companies as per the Financial Times: FT US 500 and FT Europe 500 and High-Tech Bridge performed a large-scale discovery and non-intrusive assessment of their external web and mobile applications, SSL certificates, web software and unprotected cloud storage. It found that the 500 largest US… [Continue Reading]

Amazon brings Alexa to more of Europe

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 12:10pm CEST par Alan Buckingham

Ciao. Hola. There are many ways to say hello around the world, even in dead and nearly dead languages. If you own a smart speaker, there's a good chance you greet it by saying 'Alexa'. Amazon's Echo products have been a huge success, bringing the retail giant's smart assistant to millions of homes around the world. Amazon isn't resting on its laurels though. As well as rolling out new versions of Echo Dot, Echo Plus, and Echo Show it has expanded the list of countries where you can buy them. From today, Amazon's smart devices are now available in both Italy and Spain, with plenty… [Continue Reading]

New Kodi 18 'Leia' Beta 4 arrives -- download it now!

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 11:40am CEST par Wayne Williams

Development on the next big version of Kodi, codenamed 'Leia', is well underway, with new pre-release versions arriving on a regular basis. The full version of the software is expected to be ready by the end of this year. The Kodi Foundation has today released the fourth Beta for Kodi 18, and as you would expect the focus is on squashing bugs and fixing usability issues. SEE ALSO: Kodi 18 'Leia' will come with fewer features installed, and that’s a good thing Reddit Browser for Kodi scrapes video and more from the best subreddits TVAddons' new transparency report reveals blacklisted… [Continue Reading]

Want to find the biggest cloud security threat? Look in the mirror [Q&A]

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 11:11am CEST par Ian Barker

It seems not a day goes by without a new cloud data breach making headlines. And though the victims change, the attack details remain the same. Why do organizations keep repeating the same cloud security mistakes? And how can we break free from this vicious cycle? We spoke to Zach Malone, security engineer at security management specialist FireMon, who discusses these issues and tells us why, to identify the biggest threat to cloud security, we need to look in the mirror. BN: What is the most common cause of cloud breaches? ZM: The vast majority of all the known cloud… [Continue Reading]

Mozilla partners with ProtonVPN to offer security-conscious Firefox users a VPN

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 10:49am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Mozilla has announced a partnership with ProtonVPN as it explores new ways to keep people safe online. Starting today, a select group of Firefox users in the US will see an ad for ProtonVPN encouraging them to take out a monthly subscription with the service. It's an experiment that is part of Mozilla's attempt to explore new revenue streams to help keep Firefox funded. See also: Bye bye, TLS 1.0 and 1.1: Apple, Microsoft, Mozilla and Google all wave adieu to old security protocol Mozilla teams up with Have I Been Pwned to create data breach notification tool, Firefox Monitor… [Continue Reading]

Facebook Messenger 4 is simpler and far, far less ugly

Publié: octobre 24, 2018, 9:51am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

After hitting the headlines for falling victim to a hack attack, and then the privacy issues surround its Portal devices, Facebook will be hoping that the rollout of a sleeker, sexier, simplified version of Messenger will do something to get disgruntled users back on side. The social networking giant has launched Facebook Messenger 4, a neater and tidier version of its messaging app. As well as clearing out the clutter, there is the promise of a dark mode in the future. See also: Facebook says it could use data from Portal devices to target users with ads An Unsend option… [Continue Reading]

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Google Play Movies and TV gets improved 4K video support

Publié: octobre 23, 2018, 8:00pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

While the transition from standard definition TV to HDTV was monumental, the 4K (UHD) movement is much less so. Don't get me wrong, I own both a 4K Samsung TV and an Apple TV 4K, so I am invested in the resolution, but I am rarely blown away by UHD content. In other words, you probably shouldn't run out and buy a 4K television to replace your 1080p TV. But OK, if you already have a 4K TV, you might as well watch some UHD content, right? Today, Google announces several improvements to its Play Movies and TV service in that… [Continue Reading]

Mac@IBM code goes open source

Publié: octobre 23, 2018, 5:22pm CEST par Ian Barker

During his keynote speech today at the Jamf User Nation Conference in Minneapolis, IBM CIO Fletcher Previn announced that IBM is going to open source its Mac@IBM code. Designed to streamline the integration of corporate-owned or BYOD Apple Mac devices and applications into the enterprise while delivering a personalized experience, Mac@IBM has seen the number of IBMers using Macs increase from 30,000 in 2015 to 134,000 in 2018. The program has led with design and placed the user first, reflecting IBM's belief that IT is a driver of culture change and leads to engaged employees. The lessons learned from the… [Continue Reading]

Your first 5G phone could come from OnePlus

Publié: octobre 23, 2018, 5:00pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

At the moment, there are many people eagerly awaiting the arrival of the OnePlus 6T later this month. But looking further ahead, OnePlus has plans for a 5G handset. The smartphone manufacturer has already hinted at the release of a 5G handset in 2019, but now this has been confirmed. Joining the president of Qualcomm on stage at the company's 4G/5G summit at Hong Kong, OnePlus' Carl Pei said that a 5G phone is definitely coming next year. See also: Here is the OnePlus 6T -- coming October 30 (well, 29 now) Sign up with The Lab and you could… [Continue Reading]

Thycotic launches free security toolkit for the higher education sector

Publié: octobre 23, 2018, 4:30pm CEST par Ian Barker

Universities and colleges are uniquely attractive to cyber criminals, because a constantly changing population and the use of large numbers of BYOD machines means lots of potential vulnerabilities. Privileged access management specialist Thycotic is releasing a free Cyber Security Toolkit for College Students and Families, aimed at providing an essential guide to help schools build an understanding of cyber best practices throughout their entire community. Made up of ready-made, easily digested and shareable resources, the toolkit helps education providers address concerns students and families have about the security of the information provided to and collected by their school, while also… [Continue Reading]

How to spot a fake Twitter follower

Publié: octobre 23, 2018, 3:52pm CEST par Ian Barker

Earlier this year we covered some research from Duo Security published into the activities of Twitter bots. The company has now followed this with a look at how fake Twitter followers operate. Traditional fake followers are challenging to detect on an individual level since they have very little (if any) activity other than following other accounts. However, because fakes operate in groups created by the same bot owner they do tend to share characteristics. Fake followers are used to trick victims into believing spoofed accounts are legitimate. In order to bypass detection though the fakes need to look legitimate too.… [Continue Reading]

Industrial control systems offer a soft target for attackers

Publié: octobre 23, 2018, 3:11pm CEST par Ian Barker

Security gaps in key areas such as plain-text passwords, direct connections to the internet, and weak anti-virus protections are leaving industrial control systems vulnerable to attack according to a new report. The study from ICS security company CyberX also shows that although the use of Windows XP has declined over the last year there are still older, unpatchable, Windows systems in slightly more than half of all industrial sites. The CyberX report is based on analyzing real-world traffic from production ICS networks, making it an accurate representation of the current state of ICS security. The report is based on data… [Continue Reading]

Mugger tip: Here's what not to do

Publié: octobre 23, 2018, 1:11pm CEST par Alan Buckingham

The world has a number of less-than-bright criminals, from those who become stuck in their exit route (think vent pipes and the like), to those who get caught through use of a stolen device. Facebook has even led to a few arrests of people who bragged or posted the video evidence online. Although this story is courtesy of Facebook, one alleged criminal took an interesting approach to outing himself. While the whole situation is sad for the victim, the end is shocking. On August 1 a pizza delivery woman arrived at a home with a large order. A man stepped out and acted as if he was fumbling… [Continue Reading]

Password Check Required Immediately -- and more of 2018's most successful phishing subject lines

Publié: octobre 23, 2018, 12:58pm CEST par Ian Barker

Which subject lines make a person most likely to click a link in a phishing email? Security awareness training company KnowBe4 has analyzed data from simulated phishing tests and 'in the wild' emails to find out. The most successful lines play on user's desire to remain secure with subjects relating to password checks the most clicked. On social media, messages about tagging or new profile views are most likely to be clicked. "Hackers are leveraging an individual's desire to remain security minded or well informed by playing into his/her psyche," says Perry Carpenter, chief evangelist and strategy officer, KnowBe4. "They… [Continue Reading]

New Zealand chooses Google Chromebooks over Microsoft Windows 10 for education

Publié: octobre 23, 2018, 2:04am CEST par Brian Fagioli

While many people use Windows 10 every day, I sometimes wonder how many actually enjoy doing so. Look, Microsoft's operating system is very popular, but that could be largely out of habit. The interface is very inconsistent, and with aggressive telemetry, it can feel like you are being spied on too. Computers running Microsoft's OS are prone to malware, and even worse, users could find their important files deleted! Hell, even the Surface hardware feels uninspired these days. Once people start looking at alternatives, such as the excellent Linux-based Chromebooks, they may wonder why they need Windows 10 at all.… [Continue Reading]

Firefox Quantum 63 focuses on performance improvements, minor tweaks

Publié: octobre 22, 2018, 9:49pm CEST par Nick Peers

Mozilla has released Firefox Quantum 63.0 for desktop, along with Firefox for Android 63.0. Like the previous release there are no major highlights to report, but both Windows and Mac users will be encouraged to update thanks to the promise of performance improvements. The Windows build will also change theme to match Light and Dark modes in Windows 10. Performance benefits vary according to platform: the Windows build infrastructure has been moved to the Clang toolchain, which Mozilla describes as bringing "important performance gains" to the browser. Mac users gain the promise of improved reactivity and faster tab switching. The… [Continue Reading]

System76 releases Ubuntu-based Pop!_OS 18.10 Linux distribution

Publié: octobre 22, 2018, 7:52pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

System76 is making huge moves lately. The company used to just sell re-branded computers running Ubuntu, and while there was nothing wrong with that, it has much more lofty goals. You see, it released its own Ubuntu-based operating system called "Pop!_OS," and now, it is preparing to release its own self-designed and built open source computers. In other words, much like Apple, System76 is maintaining both the software and hardware aspects of the customer experience. While its new hardware is not yet available, the latest version of its operating system is. Following the release of Ubuntu 18.10, Pop!_OS 18.10 is… [Continue Reading]

Cybersecurity commandments: An insight into trivial things causing big problems

Publié: octobre 22, 2018, 3:41pm CEST par David Balaban

There are no trifles when it comes to security. The best thing you can expect is the "judgment day" to be delayed until problems reach critical mass. Although these issues appear to be constantly changing on the outside, they are all based on invariable principles -- the "sins" of computer networks that are comparable to those of humans. Let’s follow the Bible’s lead and compile them all into one list. Gluttony (with traffic) The amount of data being transmitted back and forth is growing rapidly: new apps are appearing, new devices are being added, and the shared resources are migrating… [Continue Reading]

Linus Torvalds is back in charge as Linux kernel 4.19 is released

Publié: octobre 22, 2018, 3:26pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

After taking some time out from the Linux community to "change some of [his] behavior", Linux Torvalds is back. In a post to the Linux Kernel Mailing List announcing the release of Linux kernel 4.19, Greg Kroah-Hartman -- his temporary replacement -- handed back the reins. After writing about the changes to be found in the latest release, Kroah-Hartman signed off by saying: "Linus, I'm handing the kernel tree back to you. You can have the joy of dealing with the merge window :)". See also: After Torvalds' apology, the Linux community is adopting a new code of conduct Linus… [Continue Reading]

Free tool allows Office 365 users to test their email threat detection

Publié: octobre 22, 2018, 3:07pm CEST par Ian Barker

Email is still one of the most common ways for attackers to target individuals or businesses, whether it’s through phishing attacks or delivering malware. Although you may have protection measures in place it can be hard to know if they’re working effectively. Intelligence-led security company FireEye is launching a new capability that allows organizations to evaluate email threat detection efficacy with a no-charge evaluation service FireProof Email Threat Analysis is designed to help organizations easily discover how they can better protect themselves against email-based threats. The evaluation is free, with no software or hardware to install, and no email delivery… [Continue Reading]

Google adds floating keyboard mode to Gboard for Android

Publié: octobre 21, 2018, 9:13am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Users of Google's own Android keyboard app Gboard have a new option available to them. In an update that is rolling out, a new floating keyboard feature lets you move the location of the keyboard as you see fit. This is not something that is unique to Gboard by any means; floating keyboards have been available in other keyboard apps for a while, so this is really just Google playing catch-up. But for existing users -- as well as those who are looking for a reason to try out Gboard for the first time -- this update is great news.… [Continue Reading]

How to use picture-in-picture mode in Chrome 70

Publié: octobre 20, 2018, 8:52am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The Chrome web browser was starting to get some bad press after problems with extensions and then concerns over automatic sign-ins. Google listened to the complaints and promised to do something about it -- the result is Chrome 70. But Chrome 70 is about more than just security and privacy changes. Google has also used this released to introduce a handful of new features. One of the best is picture-in-picture mode (PiP) which lets you keep watching a video in an overlay while you continue to browse other sites. Here's how to use it. See also: Chrome 70 introduces more… [Continue Reading]

GPD Pocket devices get special Ubuntu MATE 18.10 Linux image

Publié: octobre 19, 2018, 7:54pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

Just yesterday, Ubuntu 18.10 was released. "Cosmic Cuttlefish," as the operating system is called, is available in several flavors featuring various desktop environments other than the stock GNOME -- Xfce (Xbuntu), KDE (Kubuntu), and more. One such variant, Ubuntu MATE 18.10, is popular thanks to its low system requirements -- it works very well on meager hardware. To highlight just how adaptable the operating system is, a special image has been released for both the GPD Pocket and GPD Pocket 2. If you aren’t familiar with these mini-laptops, please know they are essentially what used to be called a "Palmtop."… [Continue Reading]

The life of an ethical hacker [Q&A]

Publié: octobre 19, 2018, 3:54pm CEST par Ian Barker

We often hear the term 'ethical hacker', but what exactly does this involve and is it something you can actually make a career out of? We spoke to Jim O'Gorman president of online penetration testing training provider Offensive Security to find out what being an ethical hacker is all about and what skills you need if you want to become one. BN: How would you define an ethical hacker? JO: I think the best definition would be someone that will not cause any harm based on their hacking activities, and is taking the actions with the approval of all proper parties.… [Continue Reading]

Best Windows 10 apps this week

Publié: octobre 19, 2018, 3:17pm CEST par Martin Brinkmann

Three-hundred-and-five in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Windows Store in the past seven days. Microsoft is readying the Windows 10 October 2018 Update for re-release after it stopped the distribution of the new feature update for Windows 10 a matter of days after release because of a data loss bug. As always, if I've missed an app or game that has been released this week that you believe is particularly good, let me know in the comments below or notify me via email. Discounts this… [Continue Reading]

Snaps for Linux are a massive success

Publié: octobre 19, 2018, 1:56pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

One of the big knocks against Linux-based operating systems is lack of software. The truth is, there are countless excellent programs for both productivity and fun. One fair criticism, however, is fragmentation between distributions. For end users, it can be difficult installing an app that isn't designed for their distro. And yeah, that has been a pain point for years. Thankfully, Canonical -- maker of Ubuntu -- aimed to alleviate that problem with Snaps. These containerized packages can be installed on pretty much any Linux distribution, making things easier for both users and developers. But has the organization's standard been… [Continue Reading]

Flashback Friday: How two university dropouts created Microsoft

Publié: octobre 19, 2018, 12:09pm CEST par Aatif Sulleyman

Bill Gates is a legendary figure, and not just in the world of technology. With countless awards and titles attached to his name, he has over the years been consistently recognized as one of the world's wealthiest, most powerful and most influential individuals. Also, anybody who can call themselves a 'philanthropist' in today's world has, more often than not, probably achieved something pretty grand. However, back in the day, Gates was merely a university dropout with a thirst for hacking computer systems. True, the university was Harvard, but Gates wasn't exactly on course to becoming the multi-billionaire entrepreneur he is… [Continue Reading]

StarTech launches a trio of USB-C hubs -- Surface Laptop 2 owners need not bother

Publié: octobre 19, 2018, 2:25am CEST par Brian Fagioli

I am old enough to remember the days before USB, and let me tell you -- when it came out, everything changed. It became so much easier to add hardware to a PC -- no need to open the case. USB largely made the term "plug and play" a reality. The problem? The damn thing wasn't reversible! As we all know, you had a 50/50 shot of plugging the Type-A connector in correctly, yet for some reason, it felt like you were almost always wrong the first time. Maddening! USB-C solved that dilemma, as the connector is reversible. Long gone… [Continue Reading]

Remembering Paul Allen

Publié: octobre 18, 2018, 9:21pm CEST par Robert X. Cringely

Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen died on Monday at age 65. His cause of death was Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, the same disease that nearly killed him back in 1983. Allen, who was every bit as important to the history of the personal computer as Bill Gates, had found an extra 35 years of life back then thanks to a bone marrow transplant. And from the outside looking-in, I’d say he made great use of those 35 extra years. Of all the early PC guys, Allen was probably the most reclusive. Following his departure from Microsoft in 1983 I met him only four… [Continue Reading]

Ubuntu Linux 18.10 Cosmic Cuttlefish is finally available for download!

Publié: octobre 18, 2018, 9:19pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

There has never been a better time to be a Linux enthusiast. There are so many great distributions from which to choose, including elementary OS 5 Juno, Linux Mint 19, and Bodhi 5.0.0. What do those aforementioned operating systems have in common? They are based on Ubuntu. To take things a step further, Canonical's operating system is based on Debian, but I digress. But yeah, Ubuntu is wildly popular -- with both end users and other Linux distro maintainers. When a new version of the operating system is released, the world goes wild. Well, it's time to get excited, yall!… [Continue Reading]

Lexar unveils JumpDrive Fingerprint F35 for Windows, macOS, and Linux

Publié: octobre 18, 2018, 8:46pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

Recently, we reported the Sentry K300 keypad flash drive from DataLocker Inc. What made that flash drive newsworthy? Well, besides its 256-bit AES hardware encryption, it has an industry first -- an OLED screen. While entering a passcode into keypad on a flash drive is cool, Lexar has a new drive that makes it look like old hat. The JumpDrive Fingerprint F35, as it is called, uses biometrics for decryption. Much like the fingerprint reader found on a smartphone, you can use your finger to unlock the flash drive. How cool is that? "One of the most secure USB 3.0… [Continue Reading]

Creating the next generation of cybersecurity leaders

Publié: octobre 18, 2018, 7:17pm CEST par Adam Vincent

In today’s cybersecurity landscape, the value of good cybersecurity tools is undeniable. What is more valuable are the people behind the tools -- however, the amount of open cybersecurity positions worldwide is growing year over year. Currently, there are more than 300,000 open cybersecurity roles in the U.S. alone, but by 2021, Cybersecurity Ventures expects that number will reach 3.5 million. This gap is felt by cybersecurity leaders; in fact, a recent study found that more than 70 percent of the cybersecurity decision makers agree that their organizations do not have the staff or necessary resources to monitor all cybersecurity… [Continue Reading]

Can the infosec community ever be as well-organized as digital criminals?

Publié: octobre 18, 2018, 6:15pm CEST par Giovanni Vigna

Brian Gladstein, a security marketing strategist at Carbon Black, discussed the question posed in this headline at RSA Conference 2018. In his presentation entitled "Endpoint Security and the Cloud: How to Apply Predictive Analytics and Big Data," Gladstein observes that digital crime is structured like an economy consisting of several tiers. At the top is the "Digirati," a term used by Gladstein for the class of high-ranking controllers responsible for executing digital attacks. The Digirati consists of the ones who hide on the network and gather information, usage patterns, and intel. They then share this information and build upon what… [Continue Reading]

Reddit Browser for Kodi scrapes video and more from the best subreddits

Publié: octobre 18, 2018, 5:02pm CEST par Wayne Williams

There’s a lot of fantastic media content on Reddit, although finding it isn’t always easy. The new Reddit Browser for Kodi scrapes subreddits for video, live streams, audio, images and discussions. The add-on has been in development for almost a year, and while it’s still very much a work in progress, it’s easy enough to use. SEE ALSO: New Kodi 18 'Leia' Beta 3 arrives -- download it now! TVAddons' new transparency report reveals blacklisted Kodi add-ons Kodi add-ons used to distribute currency miners Unofficial Kodi add-on provider TVAddons has put together a quick start guide, and a video to… [Continue Reading]

OpsRamp brings AI and machine learning to IT operations

Publié: octobre 18, 2018, 4:26pm CEST par Ian Barker

IT operations is an area that often involves analyzing and reacting to a series of events and that makes it a strong candidate for automation. Operations platform specialist OpsRamp has recognized this with the launch of OpsQ, an intelligent event management, alert correlation, and remediation solution for hybrid enterprises. Using OpsQ IT operations teams can optimize and automate routine tasks with context and insight to aid understanding the business impact of an IT issue and ensure rapid service restoration. OpsQ introduces powerful machine learning models that learn how frequently specific alert sequences occur and recognize events related to the same cause.… [Continue Reading]

For those with serious charging needs, here comes the ChargeHub Powerstation 360

Publié: octobre 18, 2018, 4:07pm CEST par Alan Buckingham

We all have lots of different devices that need charging on a regular basis, often at the same time, placing ever increasing demand on our plug sockets, and resulting in companies attempting to deliver different solutions to the growing problem. Cheap power strips and USB hubs offer a solution of sorts, but if you're after something more advanced, there's the Chargehub Powerstation 360 Surge Protector Power Strip. Quite a mouthful, huh? It’s made by Limitless Innovations, an Illinois-based company. The hub is a circular design, so you can plug in all sorts of devices around it. Its main features are: Charges up to… [Continue Reading]

Enterprise security teams struggle to balance budgets against demands

Publié: octobre 18, 2018, 3:26pm CEST par Ian Barker

Businesses are increasingly moving more of their operations to the cloud and this leads to a greater focus on securing these workloads. Cloud infrastructure security company Threat Stack has released a new report created by Vanson Bourne which shows 54 percent of businesses are worried that they will soon outgrow their security solutions. Budgets are expected to increase by 19 percent over the next two years, but organizations are struggling with a disconnect between security and DevOps and are facing difficulties in determining where to allocate this budget in the face of rapidly evolving infrastructure. A common complaint within organizations… [Continue Reading]

New AI tool helps streamline outsourcing of mundane tasks

Publié: octobre 18, 2018, 1:30pm CEST par Ian Barker

In many organizations, time and productivity is lost by staff by working on repetitive tasks that would be better suited for outsourcing, rather than focusing on the knowledge-based work that they are employed to do. This is a problem that shouldn't be underestimated, Harvard Business Review reckons that knowledge workers spend up to 41 percent of their time on tasks that could be competently carried out by others. To address this issue and help make outsourcing tasks easier, New York-based company Invisible has built an artificially intelligent bot, which it calls a Digital Assembly Line. Users can email, call, or text… [Continue Reading]

New add-on board lets you watch TV on your Raspberry Pi

Publié: octobre 18, 2018, 10:50am CEST par Wayne Williams

The Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ is a great, low-cost single board computer that you can put to all sorts of uses, but there are some hardware add-ons available for it which make it more useful. Two months ago, the Raspberry Pi Foundation launched a HAT (Hardware Attached on Top) that makes it possible to power the Pi over Ethernet (PoE), and today there’s another even more exciting announcement -- the arrival of a TV HAT. The Raspberry Pi DVB TV-uHAT connects to the Pi’s 40-pin GPIO header and a suitable antenna, allowing you to receive digital terrestrial TV broadcast… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft releases Windows 10 19H1 Build 18262 to the Fast and Skip Ahead rings

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 8:56pm CEST par Wayne Williams

The Windows 10 October 2018 Update was a real mess for Microsoft, not to mention for those users who installed it and lost their data. That feature update is back with Windows Insiders for further testing, and it likely won’t be long until it’s re-released. In the meantime, Microsoft is busy working on the next feature update, due out next Spring (the Spring 2019 Update, perhaps?), and today the software giant releases a new build to Insiders on the Fast and Skip Ahead rings. Build 18262 (19H1) gains an additional column in the Details tab of Task Manager that will… [Continue Reading]

AOC launches affordable V2 Series 1080p monitors with AMD FreeSync and 75Hz refresh

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 8:11pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

If you can afford it, 4K monitors are great. If you are on a budget, however, 1080p is still totally passable. They work perfectly with all operating sytems -- Windows, macOS, and Linux-based -- without any scaling issues. In other words, it is generally a headache-free experience. Today, AOC launches a new affordable "V2 Series" line of 1080p monitors, and they look incredible. How affordable are they? Pricing starts at a mere $99.99! There are three sizes from which to choose -- 22-inch, 24-inch, and 27-inch. The bezels are insanely slim -- great for those that want to use two… [Continue Reading]

Goodbye noisy neighbors, I quit Nextdoor

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 5:49pm CEST par Joe Wilcox

Six days ago, Facebook notified me that my personal information had been pilfered in a recently revealed hack affecting tens of millions subscribers. Lovely. Why don't you kick me in the head, too, Mark Zuckerberg? Perhaps you would prefer a baseball bat, so you can beat me to death instead? I responded by removing most of the same information from my FB and started a content purge ahead of possible account deletion. Since then, I have been on a social media account rampage, which turned my sights to Nextdoor, where I joined on Aug. 29, 2017 (my Facebook is 12 years… [Continue Reading]

Apple gives US customers the chance to download their data and updates its privacy page

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 5:39pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

All of the major technology companies suck up swathes of data about their users, and Apple is no different. While the iPhone-maker may not swallow up anywhere near as much personal information as the likes of Google and Facebook, you may well still be interested to know what the company does hold about you. With the introduction of GDPR, Apple made it possible for people in Europe to download their data. As promised earlier in the year, the company has now expanded this feature to the US. See also: Bye bye, TLS 1.0 and 1.1: Apple, Microsoft, Mozilla and Google… [Continue Reading]

Webroot launches VPN to protect Wi-Fi users

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 4:07pm CEST par Ian Barker

Many people rely on connecting to Wi-Fi networks when they are out and about, but using public hotspots does present a significant security risk. The best way to protect yourself is to use a VPN and cybersecurity company Webroot is launching its own in the form of Webroot WiFi Security, to provide security and privacy for users who connect to WiFi networks using Windows, Mac, and Android operating systems. Webroot WiFi Security is specifically designed to protect consumers from malicious threats that could steal financial and personal information, passwords, or infect a device with malware. In addition it provides anonymity… [Continue Reading]

Cybersecurity faces a worldwide shortage of almost 3 million staff

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 3:17pm CEST par Ian Barker

New research from (ISC)² -- the world's largest non-profit association of cybersecurity professionals -- reveals a worldwide skills gap of 2.9 million. The Asia-Pacific region is experiencing the highest shortage, at 2.14 million, in part thanks to its growing economies and new cybersecurity and data privacy legislation being enacted throughout the region. North America has the next highest gap at 498,000, while EMEA and Latin America contribute 142,000 and 136,000 to the staffing shortfall, respectively. The findings show 63 percent of respondents reporting that their organizations have a shortage of IT staff dedicated to cybersecurity. This is cause for concern… [Continue Reading]

Roku resumes Mexico sales after copyright victory

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 1:49pm CEST par Alan Buckingham

It’s getting to be that time of the year where people look to the tropics for an upcoming vacation. While some seem born for the snow, many feel the same about warm sunshine. One excellent location is Mexico, and it has many vastly different areas to explore. However, if you have something more permanent south of the border -- a beach bungalow you invested in, or a full-time residence -- then your entertainment options just got a little better. Due to a piracy lawsuit brought about by TV company Cablevision, Roku had been forced to cease sales within Mexico. However, that ruling… [Continue Reading]

Chrome 70 introduces more control over security features

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 1:30pm CEST par Nick Peers

Google has released Chrome 70.0 for Windows, Mac and Linux, along with Chrome for iOS 70.0. Chrome for Android 70.0 is due imminently. The desktop version of the browser gains several new security related features to build on the major facelift unveiled in Chrome 69 to mark its tenth anniversary. Version 69 introduced an unpopular simplified login process for all Google-owned sites, which basically meant the user was automatically signed into the browser when logging into Google-owned accounts such as YouTube or Gmail. While the feature remains the default option, users can switch it off via Settings > Advanced >… [Continue Reading]

Windows 10 October 2018 Update nearly ready for re-release

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 1:02pm CEST par Wayne Williams

The problems with the recent Windows 10 October 2018 Update have been well documented. If it wasn’t deleting your files, then it was stopping Edge working, and not playing nicely with display drivers. Microsoft responded to the negative feedback by "pausing" the update after a matter of days, and went to work on addressing the problems, rolling out a new test version to Windows Insiders last week. Feedback must have been positive, because Microsoft has now pushed that update to Insiders on the Slow and Release Preview rings, suggesting a re-release for all Windows 10 users is just around the… [Continue Reading]

Financial firms not keeping up with electronic communication risks

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 12:53pm CEST par Ian Barker

In a world of evolving technologies and shifting demographics within the workforce, and within firms' customer bases, organizations need to rethink their approach to the adoption and oversight of electronic communications. But a new study from data archiving specialist Smarsh shows that financial organizations are not keeping pace with their retention and supervision efforts -- particularly with a growing, younger workforce that relies on expanding, mobile-friendly channels, such as social media and text messaging. While email remains the main method of electronic communication, social and mobile platforms are playing an increasingly important role in how firms, and investors, conduct business.… [Continue Reading]

elementary OS 5 'Juno' Linux distribution is ready to replace Windows 10

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 11:58am CEST par Brian Fagioli

Using a computer should be fun and inspiring. Windows used to be enjoyable for many consumers, but Microsoft's latest operating system just isn't. Not only is Windows 10 very buggy -- deleting user files is as bad as it gets, folks -- but the spyware nature with the excessive telemetry can make the user feel like a visitor on their own computer. Hey, you spent good money on your PC -- you should feel at home on it, right? Enter Linux. God bless the open source kernel. Thanks to Linux-based operating systems and excellent free open source software, it is… [Continue Reading]

Bye bye, TLS 1.0 and 1.1: Apple, Microsoft, Mozilla and Google all wave adieu to old security protocol

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 11:47am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

As part of a coordinated movement between four of the biggest names in tech, the old TLS 1.0 and 1.1 security protocols are to be killed off in Safari, Edge, Internet Explorer, Firefox and Chrome in 2020. Apple, Microsoft, Mozilla and Google have come together to purge the internet of these old and buggy protocols, noting that most people have now moved to TLS 1.2, if not TLS 1.3. Although 94 percent of sites already support version 1.2, a tampering off period over the next 18 months will give everyone a chance to catch up. See also: Browser Reaper: exploit… [Continue Reading]

How to remove shows without a delete option in Sling Cloud DVR

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 11:14am CEST par Alan Buckingham

If you weren’t already familiar with Sling TV then you’ve likely had an amusing introduction thanks to recent "Slingers" ads. If you’re still lost, Sling is a live TV service that provides many mainstream channels such as ESPN, CNN and an estimated 100 or so more. If there’s one you want and don’t currently get then there are addon packs you can choose from. While Sling has been around since early 2015, it still has some growing pains. None, at least so far, have been game changers, more minor annoyances than glaring mistakes. One that has been cropping up recently is certain shows… [Continue Reading]

Facebook says it could use data from Portal devices to target users with ads

Publié: octobre 17, 2018, 10:01am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

When Facebook unveiled its Portal and Portal+ video calling hardware last week, there were immediate concerns voiced about the privacy implications of the social network's new devices. Facebook has been insistent that Portal is "private by design", and the company said no data -- such as call logs and app usage information -- would be used to target users with ads. Now the company has changed its mind and says that actually it could be hitting users with targeted ads. See also: An Unsend option is coming to Facebook Messenger Now you can post 3D photos to Facebook from your… [Continue Reading]

CORSAIR launches blazing fast Force Series MP510 M.2 PCIe NMVe SSD

Publié: octobre 16, 2018, 8:11pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

We are currently in the golden age of storage -- NVMe solid state drives are insanely fast and getting increasingly more affordable. Whether you are a gamer or performance enthusiast, you are probably in tech heaven. Today, Corsair launches its latest storage drive, and yes, it is an NVMe PCIe SSD. The "Force Series MP510," as it is called, offers blazing fast performance -- 3,480MB/sec read and 3,000MB/sec write. "The MP510 offers extreme storage performance in the ultra-compact and simple M.2 2280 form factor, fitting directly into a motherboard or notebook. Utilizing the ultra high-speed NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 interface… [Continue Reading]

Google to charge smartphone makers to use Google Play in Europe in response to antitrust ruling

Publié: octobre 16, 2018, 7:56pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Following a European Commission ruling earlier in the year that Google had exploited Android for "very serious illegal behavior" and used its mobile operating system "as a vehicle to cement its dominance as a search engine", the company was hit with a record €4.34 billion ($5 billion) fine. Today Google has outlined how it will respond to the European ruling, in addition to appealing against it. One of the things the company will do is to start charging smartphone makers a licensing fee to use Google Play. See also: EU hits Google with record €4.34bn fine for 'very serious illegal… [Continue Reading]

DataLocker Inc Sentry K300 keypad flash drive has an OLED screen and 256-bit AES hardware encryption

Publié: octobre 16, 2018, 5:17pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

These days, it can be quite scary storing important data in the cloud. We were sold a bill of goods that the cloud was safe and secure, but with so many data breaches, it’s only a matter of time before your data is exposed. Sad but true. If you want to store important files locally, a drive with hardware encryption is ideal. Keypad variants are quite convenient, as they can easily work on all operating systems, such as macOS, Windows, and Linux distros. Today, DataLocker Inc. announces a beautiful such drive with a unique feature -- an OLED screen. Is… [Continue Reading]

Big businesses take the lead in machine learning

Publié: octobre 16, 2018, 4:25pm CEST par Ian Barker

Data science and machine learning professionals within larger organizations are feeling significantly more satisfied with their progress than those in smaller organizations, according to a new study. The report from machine learning specialist Algorithmia shows that those in organizations with 2,500+ employees are 80 percent more likely to be 'satisfied' or 'very satisfied' with their progress as compared to professionals in companies of 500 employees or less. Among other key findings are that 92 percent of respondents in companies with 10,000 employees or more say their organization's investment in machine learning has grown by at least 25 percent in the… [Continue Reading]

Amazon launches new waterproof Kindle Paperwhite

Publié: octobre 16, 2018, 4:24pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Amazon has launched a new version of its Kindle Paperwhite. The latest incarnation of the ebook reader is not only thinner and lighter than its predecessors, but also waterproof. The new model boasts twice the storage space of previous Kindles, and the screen is not only the highest resolution offered by Amazon (300ppi), but also flush with the front of the reader's bezel for a higher-quality finish. Anyone buying the device can enjoy six months of Kindle Unlimited for free, giving plenty of opportunity to test the battery, the life of which Amazon says is "measured in weeks". See also:… [Continue Reading]

Complexity is an obstacle to effective security tools

Publié: octobre 16, 2018, 3:36pm CEST par Ian Barker

Although IT operations personnel often help influence the selection of cyber security tools, nearly two out of three say complexity is one of the biggest hindrances in their effectiveness. The study by privileged access management company Thycotic shows complexity in deployment is cited by30 percent and complexity in daily use by 34 percent. "Security tools that are complex to deploy and difficult to use on a daily basis can negatively impact the tool's effectiveness," says Joseph Carson, chief security scientist at Thycotic. "If IT Ops does not adopt and even embrace a security tool, it risks becoming a waste of… [Continue Reading]

Digital transformation increases risk of cyberattacks

Publié: octobre 16, 2018, 2:55pm CEST par Ian Barker

The drive to digital transformation is exposing companies to higher and more costly cyber risks according to a new study of over 1,300 businesses. The study from research firm ESI ThoughtLab, together with a cross-industry coalition of organizations, including HP, KnowBe4, Opus and others, shows that cyber risks rise dramatically as companies embrace new technologies, adopt open platforms, and tap into the ecosystems of partners and suppliers. While firms now report the biggest impacts as being from malware (81 percent), phishing (64 percent), and ransomware (63 percent), in two years they expect massive growth in attacks through partners, customers and… [Continue Reading]

Real-time Google Translate comes to all Google Assistant headphones and Android phones

Publié: octobre 16, 2018, 12:55pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Previously a Pixel exclusive, Google is opening up real-time translation to a wider range of devices. So wide, in fact, that real-time Google Translate is now available to all Assistant-optimized headphones and Android phones. For quite some time, the option was only available to people with a Google Pixel phone paired with Pixel Buds earphones, but now just about everyone has access to the feature. See also: Google is 'exploring' a censored search tool for China As trust in Google wanes, interest in privacy-focused search engine DuckDuckGo soars How to delete your Google account Google pulls out of $10 billion… [Continue Reading]

Google is 'exploring' a censored search tool for China

Publié: octobre 16, 2018, 11:50am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The possibility of Google making a return to China was leaked this summer, but the company has remained pretty tight-lipped about the matter. But now CEO Sundar Pichai has spoken publicly about the prospect of Google producing a censored version of its search engine to comply with Chinese regulations. Speaking at a conference in San Francisco, Pichai revealed that Google has, internally, built a search engine for China, because "we wanted to learn what it would look like". He said that the company is "exploring" the idea, and pointed out that 99 percent of searches would not be censored. See… [Continue Reading]

Transparency: Facebook to reveal who pays for political ads in the UK

Publié: octobre 16, 2018, 10:42am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

In recent years there have been concerns about the influence it is possible to exert over election results through social media. As well as fears relating to fake news and misinformation, there have also been calls for greater transparency when it comes to revealing the funding of political advertising. To address some of these concerns, Facebook has announced that any ads running in the UK that make reference to political figures will have to publicly reveal the identity of the organization or individual that paid for them. The new rules about transparency will apply to both Facebook and Instagram. See… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen dead at 65

Publié: octobre 16, 2018, 2:18am CEST par Brian Fagioli

Paul Allen is dead. Sadly, the Microsoft co-founder succumbed to cancer today -- non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, to be exact. His death is a bit of a surprise, as earlier in the month, he shared on Twitter that his prognosis was good. Unfortunately, as we learned from the death of Steve Jobs, money can't guarantee life -- an important thing to reflect on when feeling down about being broke. Good health is priceless. While less famous than Bill Gates, Allen (the bearded one above) was still a tremendous force in the world of technology. The icon earned billions of dollars thanks to his time at… [Continue Reading]

Winamp is being updated and reimagined as an audio app for mobile

Publié: octobre 15, 2018, 10:03pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The name Winamp -- you know, the audio player that "really whips the llama's ass" -- is one that will stir up nostalgic memories for people of a certain age. Since its inception in the mid-90s, Winamp gained a huge and loyal following but, after changing hands a couple of times since the turn of the century, it was then largely forgotten. But Winamp is making a comeback. In the next few days the desktop app will be getting an update -- not that this is something you should expect too much from -- but it is what's happening in… [Continue Reading]

HyperX ships more than 60 million RAM sticks

Publié: octobre 15, 2018, 7:49pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

HyperX -- Kingston's gaming brand -- is most well known for high quality RAM. With that said, it has expanded over the years to include gaming peripherals, such as mice, keyboards, headsets, and more. Still, despite a more diverse product offering, memory remains the crown jewel of its business. To highlight just how important RAM is to HyperX, today, the company makes a shocking announcement. You see, the company has achieved an impressive milestone -- more than 60 million memory modules shipped since 2002! ALSO READ: HyperX launches internal FURY RGB SSD and external SAVAGE EXO SSD "Since HyperX launched… [Continue Reading]

Bad Intel audio driver kills sound in Windows 10 -- here's how to fix the problem

Publié: octobre 15, 2018, 6:00pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Microsoft has had a tough time of it lately. The Windows 10 October 2018 Update deleted files for some users, introduced display audio problems, and broke Edge and Windows Store apps. It was so awful, that Microsoft was forced to pause the update, and send it back for testing. As if all that wasn’t bad enough, an Intel audio driver was incorrectly pushed to devices via Windows Update late last week, which unfortunately killed the audio for those who received it. If you’ve been affected, there are two options for getting your sound back. Firstly you can manually uninstall the… [Continue Reading]

Enterprises still face roadblocks to using analytics

Publié: octobre 15, 2018, 4:23pm CEST par Ian Barker

Business and IT decision makers are becoming increasingly frustrated by the complexity, bottlenecks and uncertainty of today's enterprise analytics, according to a survey of senior leaders at enterprise-sized organizations from around the world. The study by research firm Vanson Bourne for data intelligence company Teradata finds significant roadblocks for enterprises looking to use intelligence across the organization. Among key findings are that 74 percent of senior leaders say their organization's analytics technology is complex, with 42 percent of those saying analytics is not easy for their employees to use and understand. What's more 53 percent say that their organization is actually… [Continue Reading]

New technology helps businesses to assess cyber risks

Publié: octobre 15, 2018, 3:38pm CEST par Ian Barker

In a world of digital transformation projects that increasingly mean more links to suppliers and partners, it can be hard for companies to assess the risk presented by opening up their data to third-parties. To address this problem RiskRecon is launching new asset valuation algorithms that automatically determine the inherent risk value of any internet facing system. "Risk professionals spend too much time analyzing mountains of issues to determine the risk relevance," says Kelly White, co-founder and CEO of RiskRecon. "RiskRecon automatically contextualizes every issue with issue severity and asset value that enables professionals to easily identify risk priorities and needed action." RiskRecon… [Continue Reading]

Cyberattacks shift their focus onto business in third quarter

Publié: octobre 15, 2018, 3:00pm CEST par Ian Barker

After a relatively quiet first half of the year, cyberattacks have come back with a bang in the third quarter according to the latest report from Malwarebytes. Businesses seem to have become the main focus of attacks, experiencing more cybercriminal activity this quarter, with detections up by 55 percent, while consumer detections increased by only four percent over the last quarter. Trojans are making a comeback too, rising 86 percent from the last quarter. Trojans were the number one detection for both businesses and consumers, due in part to the active and widespread Emotet campaign. Ransomware has also picked up… [Continue Reading]

Malicious messages are locking up PlayStation 4 consoles

Publié: octobre 15, 2018, 1:37pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

We've heard of problems with specially-crafted messages being used to lock up iPhones, and now a similar problem has been found with the PlayStation 4. Anyone who receives one of these messages will find that their console completely locks up -- and the only way out of it is to perform a factory reset. The problem lies in messages that include unrecognized characters, and it is being exploited by some gamers to boot people offline in the middle of games -- Rainbow Six in particular. While there is no fix available at the moment, there are steps you can take… [Continue Reading]

UK government launches guidance to help secure IoT devices

Publié: octobre 15, 2018, 12:57pm CEST par Ian Barker

There are expected to be more than 420 million internet connected devices in use across the UK within the next three years and if poorly secured these can leave people exposed to security issues and even large scale cyberattacks. To address this, a new voluntary Code of Practice is being launched by the UK government to help manufacturers boost the security of internet-connected devices such as smartwatches, virtual assistants and toys. Minister for Digital, Margot James, says From smartwatches to children's toys, internet-connected devices have positively impacted our lives but it is crucial they have the best possible security to… [Continue Reading]

Privacy: Twitter is under investigation for data collection through its link-shortening system

Publié: octobre 15, 2018, 11:28am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Twitter is being investigated by the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) over concerns about how much data it collects through its t.co link-shortening tool. The Irish privacy regulator is concerned about the amount of data Twitter is able to collect through the service -- something that was only heightened by the company's refusal to hand over information about link tracking when it was requested. See also: All emojis are now considered equal on Twitter Twitter is killing off Moments on iOS and Android Twitter considers new Dehumanization Policy -- but wants your feedback first Hooray! The option to view your… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft employees use open letter to urge company not to get involved in JEDI military project

Publié: octobre 15, 2018, 10:25am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Last week, Google said that it had concerns about the use of AI in the US Department of Defense's JEDI (Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure) project, and as such it would not be bidding for the contract. Now Microsoft employees have published an open letter expressing their concerns about JEDI, the secrecy it is shrouded in, and the potential for it to cause harm or human suffering. The letter has a simple message: "Microsoft, don't bid on JEDI". See also: Google pulls out of $10 billion Pentagon cloud contract over AI concerns The letter -- which is simply "signed by employees… [Continue Reading]

An Unsend option is coming to Facebook Messenger

Publié: octobre 14, 2018, 12:51pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Mark Zuckerberg caused controversy around six months ago... nothing strange for Facebook you may think. On this occasion, the founder of the social network managed to upset people when it turned out he had deleted messages he had sent through Facebook Messenger: an option that wasn't -- and isn't -- available to other Facebook users. At the time, when the matter came to light, Facebook said that the ability to unsend messages would ultimately give everyone the option to delete the messages they had sent. At long last, the feature is being tested, so we might see if released publicly… [Continue Reading]

Now you can post 3D photos to Facebook from your smartphone

Publié: octobre 14, 2018, 11:09am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

A new option is in the process of rolling out to Facebook users around the world: the ability to post 3D photographs. The key attraction here -- apart from the fact that 3D images look kind of cool -- is that no special equipment is needed. Of course, you have to be realistic with your expectations. The new 3D photos feature does not create interactive, fly-through images or anything fancy like that. Rather it plays with parallax effects to create the illusion of depth that you can enjoy by scrolling, panning and tilting your phone. See also: How to see… [Continue Reading]

UBports Foundation releases Linux-based Ubuntu Touch OTA-5

Publié: octobre 13, 2018, 3:52pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

Ubuntu Touch never lit the world on fire as many Linux fans had hoped, but to be honest, most mainstream consumers didn’t even know it existed. So when Canonical canceled it, not many people cared. Luckily, since the project was open source, it was easy for another organization — in this case, UBports — to grab the torch and run with it. Back in August, UBports surprised many with the Ubuntu Touch OTA-4 release, which breathed new life into tablets and smartphones that ran the Linux distro. Now, OTA-5 is here to take it up yet another notch. The new version… [Continue Reading]

Thinkware F800 Pro review

Publié: octobre 13, 2018, 3:01pm CEST par Mihăiță Bamburic

The F800 Pro is the ultimate dash cam in Thinkware's lineup. The big brother to the excellent F800 that I reviewed last year brings some nice extra features to the table, the most interesting of which is Thinkware Cloud. It's designed to be used in conjunction with your smartphone, giving you access to your car's location and notifications when someone bumps into it, among other things. That can come in handy when you lend your car to a friend or leave it unattended in a parking lot, for instance. But there's also geofencing available, which is designed with business customers… [Continue Reading]

How to see if you were affected by the huge Facebook hack

Publié: octobre 13, 2018, 10:43am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The most recent Facebook security issue is one of the most serious yet for users of the social network. Depending on which numbers you are look at, the hackers who exploited a security flaw have impacted on anything between 14 and 30 million people. Facebook is still -- with the help of law enforcement agencies -- investigating the incident, and in the meantime many people feel as those they are being left in the dark. If you want to find out if your account has been affected, here's what you need to do. See also: Facebook says hackers accessed highly-details… [Continue Reading]

Facebook says hackers accessed highly-details personal data of 15 million users

Publié: octobre 13, 2018, 9:48am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

In a news release with the bizarrely vague title of "An Update on the Security Issue", Facebook has revealed that the "View As" security breach it opened up about recently gave hackers access to the personal details of 15 million users. Having previously advised that the access tokens stolen by hackers had not been used to infiltrate other apps and services, the social networking giant now says 15 million people have had their names and contact details exposed. 14 million users had significantly more details revealed, including username, relationship status, religion, hometown, birthdate, places they have checked into, and recent… [Continue Reading]

Facebook says hackers accessed highly-detailed personal data of 15 million users

Publié: octobre 13, 2018, 9:48am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 (LTE) coming soon -- a great Microsoft Surface alternative

Publié: octobre 12, 2018, 7:46pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

Windows 10 has been a dumpster fire lately, but thankfully, Microsoft's OS stranglehold on the consumer PC business is dramatically diminishing. These days, many consumers would be better served by purchasing a MacBook or Chromebook rather than a laptop running the less-secure Windows. True, Apple's computers are expensive, but luckily, laptops running Chrome OS can be quite affordable. Chromebooks are shockingly capable too -- especially since Android app support was added. Just as Samsung manufactures excellent smartphones running Google's Android operating system, it also makes quality laptops running the search giant's Linux-based Chrome OS. The Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 is… [Continue Reading]

WinStep unveils Nexus and Extreme 18.10, raises prices for first time

Publié: octobre 12, 2018, 6:46pm CEST par Nick Peers

WinStep Software Technologies has announced a $5-10 price rise across its entire range, the first since the company launched in 1999. This follows on from the company’s recent updates to its flagship products with the releases of WinStep Nexus 18.10 and WinStep Xtreme 18.10. Despite the point release, version 18.10 unveils another raft of significant tweaks and updates, including the unveiling of a new Office theme for productivity-focused desktops. WinStep’s free dock -- Nexus 18.10 -- gains options allowing users to grayscale or colorise icons, either manually or automatically based on the current wallpaper or Windows 10 accent color. Three methods… [Continue Reading]

Businesses risk penalties by not wiping data from old equipment

Publié: octobre 12, 2018, 3:22pm CEST par Ian Barker

New research from IT procurement company Probrand shows that 68 percent of UK businesses have failed to wipe the data from IT equipment before disposal, leaving them open to fines under GDPR if data is exposed. In addition 70 percent admit to not having an official process or protocol for disposing of obsolete IT equipment. What's more, even four months after GDPR came into effect, 66 percent of workers admit they wouldn't know who to approach in their company in order to correctly dispose of old or unusable equipment. Matt Royle, marketing director at Probrand says: Given the amount of… [Continue Reading]

As trust in Google wanes, interest in privacy-focused search engine DuckDuckGo soars

Publié: octobre 12, 2018, 3:00pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google has long been eyed with suspicion, and incidents such as covering up potential data leaks does nothing to help. Privacy and security have increased in importance for the average internet user, and this has seen people moving away from Google and investigating the alternatives. One beneficiary of this shunning of Google is DuckDuckGo. The privacy-focused search engine has enjoyed a 50 percent surge in usage over the last year, and it can now boast a new record of 30 million daily searches. See also: Google Home Hub is smart display that lacks a camera Google reveals the Pixel 3… [Continue Reading]

Best Windows 10 apps this week

Publié: octobre 12, 2018, 2:29pm CEST par Martin Brinkmann

Three-hundred-and-four in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Windows Store in the past seven days. Microsoft fixed the file deletion issue of the October 2018 Update of Windows 10 and is testing the fix in Insider builds currently. As always, if I've missed an app or game that has been released this week that you believe is particularly good, let me know in the comments below or notify me via email. Discounts this week The following list is a selection of the best deals. Make sure… [Continue Reading]

Should businesses prepare for ransomware with a cryptocurrency stash? [Q&A]

Publié: octobre 12, 2018, 11:56am CEST par Ian Barker

An increasing number of enterprises are considering pre-purchasing cryptocurrency in anticipation of potential ransomware attacks. But is this a valid risk-reduction strategy for enterprises? To get some views on this controversial issue, we spoke with Mike Doran, senior security consultant with the enterprise incident management team at cybersecurity specialist Optiv, and former computer forensics examiner with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. BN: Explain to us what you're seeing out in the real world relative to enterprises and cryptocurrency. MD: Ransomware has become so prevalent that it has become a standard part of the tabletop exercises we do with clients… [Continue Reading]

Razer Phone 2 Android 8.1 gaming smartphone puts Google Pixel 3 to shame

Publié: octobre 11, 2018, 8:37pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

A couple of days ago, Google unveiled its 3rd generation of Pixel phones. And you know what? Many consumers don't really seem to care. Let's be honest, the search giant's flagship devices are usually reserved for only the most hardcore Android lovers -- most consumers prefer Samsung. Sadly, even the Google faithful seem unimpressed by the terribly ugly Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. These devices are beyond uninspired, and the notch on the XL variant is shockingly large. Thankfully, there is another phone that should wash the filthy Pixel 3 taste out of your mouth -- the Razer Phone… [Continue Reading]

Plex for Linux now available as a Snap

Publié: octobre 11, 2018, 8:18pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

Microsoft is having a terrible time lately. Sometimes it feels like the company wants to sabotage itself. The most recent debacle is its flagship product -- Windows 10 -- deleting user files. Even worse, the company ignored user feedback that it was happening! Quite frankly, after such a scary thing, I am not sure how people can trust Microsoft's operating system with important data. Thankfully, you do not have to use Windows. These days, it is easier than ever to use Linux instead. There are plenty of great apps available for operating systems like Ubuntu, Fedora, and more. Canonical's containerized… [Continue Reading]

Two out of three worry about identity theft but half still engage in risky behavior

Publié: octobre 11, 2018, 4:00pm CEST par Ian Barker

A new survey from identity management specialist SailPoint in conjunction with US National Cybersecurity Awareness Month finds two out of three professionals are extremely concerned about their personal identity being stolen. Yet despite this half admit that they would participate in the types of risky behavior that increase the threat of leaked information and a potential breach. Poor security habits include repeating personal login credentials across work accounts (22 percent), allowing someone else to use their office badge if they asked (19 percent), and snooping on a co-worker's salary if they were mistakenly given access to a file containing that… [Continue Reading]

94 percent of big-business leaders would consider moving off mainframes

Publié: octobre 11, 2018, 3:27pm CEST par Ian Barker

A new survey of senior IT decision makers at some of the world's largest organizations that still rely on legacy mainframe systems reveals that most want to move away from the technology due to the high cost and inflexibility that it has brought to their business. The study from Microsoft and LzLabs surveyed IT leaders in the US, Canada, UK, France and Germany, and finds concerns about the skills crisis limiting number of mainframe professionals left in the market, and the importance of being able to leverage cloud deployment, agile development, and open source initiatives. Of those surveyed 94 percent… [Continue Reading]

All emojis are now considered equal on Twitter

Publié: octobre 11, 2018, 1:45pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

How many characters is an emoji? It seems like a simple question, but on Twitter the answer has not always been clear. Some emojis count as a single character while others eat further into the character count. But now this is changing -- Twitter has announced that all emojis will now be treated equally. Previously, emoji that could be modified in various ways -- such as changing the skin tone of people -- would use up large numbers of characters. No more! See also: Twitter is killing off Moments on iOS and Android Twitter considers new Dehumanization Policy -- but… [Continue Reading]

Apple signs $600 million deal with European chipmaker Dialog

Publié: octobre 11, 2018, 12:54pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Apple is buying part of Dialog Semiconductor, a chipmaker based in Germany. The iPhone manufacturer is interested in Dialog's power-management technology and has put forward $300 million for it. On top of this, Apple has committed an additional $300 million to make purchases from other parts of Dialog's business, making this the largest deal the company has undertaken. As part of the arrangement Apple will acquire patents from the chipmaker as well as 300 staff. See also: Apple's proprietary software is blocking third parties from repairing Macs Apple's Device Enrollment Program can leak sensitive information about devices and their owners… [Continue Reading]

Samsung unveils the new Galaxy A9 with quad camera

Publié: octobre 11, 2018, 11:40am CEST par Wayne Williams

Samsung has just taken the wraps off its latest mid-range smartphone -- the Galaxy A9 -- and it’s one that the South Korean tech giant says has been made with "Instagram generation" firmly in mind. The key difference between this, and other similarly priced devices is it comes with the world's first quad camera. This might seem like a gimmick, and to a degree it probably is, but actually each of the four lenses servers a different, useful purpose. The 'main' lens is a 24-megapixel shooter, and then there’s a 5-megapixel depth lens, which lets you play around with the… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft joins Open Invention Network and open sources its patent portfolio

Publié: octobre 10, 2018, 5:41pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Microsoft has joined the "largest patent non-aggression community in history", the Open Invention Network (OIN), effectively open-sourcing almost its entire patent portfolio. The company has shown increasing warmth to the open source community in recent years, and this latest move means that other OIN members will have access to its patents -- with the exception of those relating to Windows and desktop applications. The OIN embraces -- as Microsoft has done of late -- Linux "as a key element of open source software". See also: Microsoft has bumped up the price of Windows 10 Home by nearly $20 Microsoft fixes… [Continue Reading]

Hackers, geeks and thieves -- analysis of dark web communities reveals varied motives

Publié: octobre 10, 2018, 5:09pm CEST par Ian Barker

When we talk about the dark web it's easy to think of it as an amorphous malevolent blob. But new research from Recorded Future reveals some key differences between dark web communities in different parts of the world. The company's Inskit Group of researchers has actively analyzed underground markets and forums tailored to Russian and Chinese audiences over the past year and has discovered a number of differences in content hosted on forums, as well as differences in forum organization and conduct. The findings show that Russian-speaking cybercriminals value money above all else. Their fora don't have much room for… [Continue Reading]

Snap launches Snap Originals -- original, bite-sized, interactive shows for Snapchat

Publié: octobre 10, 2018, 4:24pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Snap has announced the launch of a new range of original, scripted shows for Snapchat. Snap Originals are penned by Hollywood writers that Snap describes as the "world's greatest storytellers". The shows are not going to compete with offerings from the likes of Netflix. These are not shows of typical episode lengths, but a mere five minutes long. Snap will be hoping that the length, in conjunction with the interactivity and social elements of the shows, will increase their appeal to teenage Snapchat users. Snapchat Originals can be found in the Discover section of Snapchat, and new episodes are promised… [Continue Reading]

Carbon Black launches advanced threat hunting from the cloud

Publié: octobre 10, 2018, 3:45pm CEST par Ian Barker

Most endpoint detection tools collect only a limited set of data, which can make it hard for teams to track down and combat threats. To address this issue, endpoint security specialist Carbon Black is launching a new threat hunting tool as part of its Predictive Security Cloud (PSC). Cb ThreatHunter continuously collects unfiltered data, giving security teams all the information they need to proactively hunt threats, uncover suspicious and stealthy behavior, disrupt active attacks, repair damage quickly and address gaps in defenses before attackers can. "One year ago at Cb Connect in San Francisco, we outlined our vision to rapidly… [Continue Reading]

68 percent of enterprises are not ready to cope with DNS attacks

Publié: octobre 10, 2018, 3:03pm CEST par Ian Barker

A new study reveals that 68 percent of the top 50 companies on the Fortune 500 rankings are not adequately prepared for the next major DNS attack. The Global DNS Performance Report by network intelligence company ThousandEyes shows that DNS best practices are not widespread in major enterprises and SaaS providers, leaving them needlessly vulnerable. It also finds DNS performance varies widely for public resolver providers and managed providers across regions and countries. Out of fifteen measured public DNS providers, newcomer Cloudflare was found to have overall fastest performance, followed by Google and OpenDNS, both of which improved over their… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft has bumped up the price of Windows 10 Home by nearly $20

Publié: octobre 10, 2018, 12:40pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

You'd be forgiven for not having noticed, but Microsoft has quietly -- virtually silently, in fact -- increased the price of Windows 10 Home. Previously available for $119.99, the operating system will now set you back $139 -- a $19.01 increase. While it's fair to say that the price increase of close to $20 won't affect too many people -- there are just a handful who don't either opt for an upgrade, or buy it pre-installed -- Microsoft did a great job of introducing the new price by stealth. See also: Microsoft fixes Windows 10 October 2018 Update data deletion… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft fixes Windows 10 October 2018 Update data deletion issues, delivers new test version to Insiders

Publié: octobre 10, 2018, 11:47am CEST par Wayne Williams

Yesterday was supposed to be the day when the Windows 10 October 2018 Update started to properly roll out to users, but due to a number of well publicized problems, most notably with the OS deleting user data, Microsoft was forced to change its plans. It "paused" the update last week in order to investigate the problems, and now has an updated version of Windows 10 1809 ready for Windows Insiders to test and provide feedback on. SEE ALSO: Windows Insiders reported the Windows 10 file deletion problem to Microsoft months ago Windows 10 October 2018 Update breaks Microsoft Edge… [Continue Reading]

Google Home Hub is smart display that lacks a camera

Publié: octobre 10, 2018, 11:33am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Yesterday's Google event was primarily about the launch of the new Pixel phones and Slate tablet, but there was much more announced. One of the more interesting products to be revealed was the Google Home Hub. Ostensibly a smart display, Home Hub lacks something found on Facebook's Portal -- a camera; considering the leakiness of Google, this is probably no bad thing. But what does Google's latest addition to the growing selection of smart devices have to offer? See also: Google Chromecast gets better, but it cannot compete with Roku and Amazon 4K devices Google reveals the Pixel 3 and… [Continue Reading]

Twitter is killing off Moments on iOS and Android

Publié: octobre 10, 2018, 10:15am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

In less than two weeks, Twitter's Moments will no longer be available to mobile users. Seemingly in recognition of the fact that hardly anyone used the feature, Twitter is killing off the ability to create Moments in its iOS and Android apps. But the company is not completely shutting down Moments -- the feature will still be available to those who really want to continue using it. See also: Twitter considers new Dehumanization Policy -- but wants your feedback first Hooray! The option to view your Twitter timeline chronologically is coming! How to hide the Twitter bug reporter icon in… [Continue Reading]

Dropbox makes PDFs and images searchable with automatic OCR feature

Publié: octobre 10, 2018, 9:45am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Dropbox is in the process of launching a new feature that will make life easier for people using the cloud storage service to house PDFs and image files: automatic OCR. The optical character recognition is rolling out to paying subscribers, and is an acknowledgement of the fact that a large proportion of files uploaded to Dropbox are photographs of documents. By adding machine learning-powered OCR, Dropbox is making these files searchable. See also: Google pulls out of $10 billion Pentagon cloud contract over AI concerns Plex adds subtitle downloads, kills plugins, Watch Later and Cloud Sync Microsoft launches Azure-based Windows… [Continue Reading]

How voice search is changing the way we shop

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 10:07pm CEST par Kayla Matthews

Over the years, the way we interact with the world around us has changed considerably. Where once analog and physical interactions ruled, now we value digital, virtual and simulated experiences -- some of which bridge the gap between these worlds. For example, buying goods online or through a mobile app and then picking them up at a local store is a cross-platform experience for the modern age. Much as the internet changed the way we interact with the world and communicate, mobile did the same, and now so is voice. This includes voice search and voice-enabled technologies outside the traditional… [Continue Reading]

Google Chromecast gets better, but it cannot compete with Roku and Amazon 4K devices

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 8:00pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

Google's Chromecast is a curious product. It solves a major consumer need -- getting media content from a smartphone's small screen to a larger television screen. And it accomplishes that goal fairly well. When it was first released in 2013, its biggest selling point was its low price. These days, the $35 asking price is far less impressive. For instance, for just $5 more, you can get a 4K Roku box with a remote. Realizing that the Chromecast was in desperate need of an upgrade, Google today launches a new model. The $35 price remains, but the hardware gets a… [Continue Reading]

Google reveals the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 7:00pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

There have been so many leaks surrounding Google's latest Pixel phones that today's announcements felt like little more than a formality. Nevertheless, the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are now official. Taking design inspiration from numerous other handset manufacturers, the new Pixels move away from previous models and have a glass construction. The 5.5-inch Pixel 3 does not feature a notch, but the 6.3-inch XL model does; both handsets feature a Snapdragon 845 SoC, 4GB of RAM, and 64 or 128GB of storage -- and, of course, Android Pie. See also: Google pulls out of $10 billion Pentagon cloud… [Continue Reading]

Half of new app development requests end in failure

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 6:58pm CEST par Ian Barker

In the US and across European countries, 50 percent of all new app development requests end in failure -- either by not being delivered at all, or being delivered without meeting the original business need. According to research carried out by IDG for low-code development platform Appian, 16 percent of new development projects requested by EMEA enterprises never even get started. Of those that do, 14 percent are started but never finished, and 20 percent of new development projects in both EMEA and the US get completed but don't meet the business need. In the US, marketing is more likely… [Continue Reading]

Google's Pixel Slate is an affordable 2-in-1 alternative to Microsoft Surface

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 6:27pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Interest in tablets has been waning for years -- even Apple can’t really get us that excited about new iPads. People are still buying Amazon’s Kindle Fires, but mainly because they are so attractively priced. At its 'Made by Google' event in New York today, Google revealed a brand new Chrome OS tablet called the Pixel Slate with an optional keyboard and Pixelbook Pen. The 12.3-inch tablet is thin, at just 7mm, weighs 1.6 pounds, and has a 3,000 x 2,000 resolution screen (293ppi), front-facing stereo speakers, and a USB-C port at the bottom. It also has dedicated 8MP front… [Continue Reading]

Symantec delivers integrated approach to cloud security

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 4:55pm CEST par Ian Barker

Companies increasingly rely on cloud applications and infrastructure for their critical systems. Protecting these is vital and to help businesses do so, Symantec is launching an expansion to its cloud security portfolio. Symantec’s Cyber Defense Platform offers a broad range of protection, providing visibility and control for virtually any cloud app and integrations with CloudSOC CASB, Cloud Workload Protection (CWP) and Data Loss Protection (DLP). It also provides deep cloud protection, giving customers the ability to track more risk attributes and scan cloud applications and repositories with new API Integrations. "Our cloud security suite was designed with innovative new features… [Continue Reading]

77 percent of CISOs get conflicting advice on changing regulation

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 4:19pm CEST par Ian Barker

A new report released ahead of the Infosecurity North America event to be held next month, shows that the majority of chief information security officers (CISOs) are receiving conflicting advice about new or changing regulation. In addition, when asked what regulatory bodies should do to help promote a smooth rollout of privacy regulations, 35 percent of respondents say that regulators should provide clearer communication about compliance requirements. Regulatory bodies should allow a grace period so organizations can tweak their processes without penalty, according to 31 percent. Additionally, 17 percent say that regulatory bodies should permit more time for compliance, and… [Continue Reading]

Basic identity and access management tasks are still a struggle for many

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 3:40pm CEST par Ian Barker

One in three organizations rely on outdated and manual methods, like spreadsheets, to manage privileged accounts, and there's widespread lack of confidence among IT professionals in access control and privileged account management programs. This is among the findings of a new report from One Identity which also shows one in 20 organizations have no way of knowing if users retain access even after they’ve left the organization. In addition to 31 percent of businesses using manual administrative account management methods, a surprising one in 25 organizations don't manage administrative accounts at all. Two thirds (66 percent) grant privileged account access… [Continue Reading]

How to delete your Google account

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 3:36pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google has given people plenty of reasons to hate it over the years, primarily because of concerns over privacy. But with the revelation that the company knew about a bug in Google+ API that exposed the private details of tens of thousands of users, many people are ready to walk away. Completely purging Google from your life may seem tricky if you have invested time in any of its services, but if you're thinking that now is the time to part ways, here's what you need to do. See also: Google pulls out of $10 billion Pentagon cloud contract over… [Continue Reading]

Attacks on IIS web servers soar over the last quarter

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 3:11pm CEST par Ian Barker

Attacks targeting IIS servers have shown a massive 782 times increase, from 2,000 to 1.7 million, over the last quarter according to a new report. The report from threat protection specialist eSentire reveals that most attacks targeting IIS web servers originated from China-based IP addresses. There's also an eclectic range of operating systems among the attacking infrastructure involved -- over 400 of the attacking IPs had Shodan records indicating they were Windows machines (including XP, 7, 8, 2008, and 2012). Additionally, nearly 350 FTP servers and over 100 mail servers were reported. There were also VPN servers, MikroTik devices (reported… [Continue Reading]

Ubiquiti Networks launches 'AmpliFi Instant' mesh Wi-Fi system with '2-Minute Setup'

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 2:59pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

If you are knowledgeable about home networking, and you have experience with wireless routers, I am sure you are not scared by setting one up. If you have never done it before, or aren't tech savvy, configuring a Wi-Fi router can be quite the daunting task. Sure, they are easier these days than they were years ago, but still, they can be rather overwhelming to the average consumer -- especially mesh. Famed company Ubiquiti Networks has been trying to make setting up a home wireless network a simpler task, and it has largely succeeded with its excellent AmpliFi mesh router… [Continue Reading]

Watch today's 'Made by Google' Pixel 3 event here live

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 1:47pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Today is the day that Google takes the wraps off a number of new hardware products. Top of the list will be the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL smartphones, both powered by a new Snapdragon 845 processor. We’re also expecting to see a refreshed Chromecast, a new Google Home Hub, new Chromebooks possibly, and maybe even a wireless charging stand for the new Pixels. SEE ALSO: Google's Two Pixel Problems Although there have already been plenty of leaks surrounding the new products, there are bound to be some surprises. The event starts at 8am PDT/11am EDT/4pm BST. If you… [Continue Reading]

4.5 billion records compromised in first half of 2018

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 1:38pm CEST par Ian Barker

The first half of 2018 saw 945 data breaches which led to 4.5 billion data records being compromised worldwide, according to a new report. The latest Breach Level Index from digital security company Gemalto shows that compared to the same period in 2017, the number of lost, stolen or compromised records increased by a massive 133 percent, though the total number of breaches slightly decreased, suggesting attacks are getting more severe. A total of six social media breaches, including the Cambridge Analytica/Facebook incident, have accounted for over 56 percent of total records compromised. Of the 945 data breaches, 189 (20… [Continue Reading]

Arcserve launches cloud solution for business continuity

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 1:10pm CEST par Ian Barker

The more enterprises rely on technology the more they suffer when systems fail. Data protection provider Arcserve is aiming to reduce the impact of unplanned downtime with a new cloud solution. Arcserve Business Continuity Cloud eliminates the need for other data protection tools and management consoles with fully-integrated capabilities to protect and restore applications and systems in any location, on-premises and in public and private clouds. According to new data released by Arcserve, 64 percent of global IT decision-makers agree that protecting business-critical data has not become easier over the past five years, despite efforts to adopt solutions to simplify… [Continue Reading]

Google pulls out of $10 billion Pentagon cloud contract over AI concerns

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 11:18am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google has announced that it will not be placing a bid for a cloud-computing contract with the Pentagon. The Department of Defense's JEDI (Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure) project could have worth up to $10 billion. The bidding process is due to end this week, but Google will now not be taking part. The company says that this particular project is not in line with its AI policies, but it will continue to work with the US government in other ways. See also: Google implements new Play Store policies for apps that request SMS and Call Log permissions After failing to… [Continue Reading]

Google implements new Play Store policies for apps that request SMS and Call Log permissions

Publié: octobre 9, 2018, 10:29am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google has introduced privacy and security focused changes as part of an update to Google Play Developer policies. In a move designed to protect sensitive data, there are new rules for apps that request SMS and Call Log permissions. With immediate effect, it will only be possible for apps configured to be the default calling or text app to access phone and SMS data. See also: After failing to disclose user data leaks, Google is shutting down Google+ and improving APIs UK court blocks iPhone users' privacy case against Google Google Safety Centre arrives in Europe -- or Safety Center...… [Continue Reading]

After failing to disclose user data leaks, Google is shutting down Google+ and improving APIs

Publié: octobre 8, 2018, 8:52pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The private data of nearly half a million Google+ users was exposed to third-party developers, and Google failed to notify anyone. A bug in Google+ APIs meant that users' names, email addresses, occupations, gender and age were accessible from 2015 until Google discovered and patched the problem in March this year. Despite the data possibly having been accessed by 438 apps, Google chose not to go public about the security breach until now. And in a dramatic move, the company has announced that it is shutting down Google+ for consumers. Google has also revealed details of Project Strobe, an audit… [Continue Reading]

HyperX 'Cloud MIX' Bluetooth stereo gaming headset is both wired and wireless

Publié: octobre 8, 2018, 7:57pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

For many PC gamers, wired accessories are preferable to wireless. Why? Well, besides potential lag with keyboards and mice, there is a fear of having batteries die during a match. When gaming, nothing is worse than having your mouse, keyboard, or headset stop working. To lose because of such nonsense is utterly maddening. What if you want the reliability of a wired headset, for instance, but crave the wireless freedom a Bluetooth model offers? Today, HyperX unveils a new headset that is both wired and wireless -- the best of both worlds. Called "Cloud MIX," the headset can achieve up… [Continue Reading]

Facebook unveils its new smart video calling hardware: Portal and Portal+

Publié: octobre 8, 2018, 4:50pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Still reeling from a security breach that affected up to 90 million users, Facebook has announced two new pieces of hardware designed to make video chat easier and more immersive than ever. Portal and Portal+ are 10- and 15-inch smart displays complete with integrated cameras and packed with AI. But even Facebook acknowledges there are privacy concerns. The social networking giant says: "When you can’t be there, Portal and Portal+ let you feel there". What does it mean by this? The cameras are intelligent, meaning they pan and zoom, following people around the room as necessary. Facebook promises that Portal… [Continue Reading]

Artificial intelligence used to identify social engineering risks

Publié: octobre 8, 2018, 3:00pm CEST par Ian Barker

Security awareness training company KnowBe4 is launching a new version of its platform using artificial intelligence to identify evolving risks. It includes a Virtual Risk Officer that helps security or IT professionals identify risks at the user, group or organizational level, resulting in better decision making for their security awareness plans. This is supplemented by a Virtual Risk Score which alerts admins to which users or groups are particularly vulnerable to social engineering attacks. These scores help organizations identify which groups are most apt to click on a phishing link, who has or hasn't been trained and which are the… [Continue Reading]

VisionTek Portable 1TB Thunderbolt 3 SSD [Review]

Publié: octobre 8, 2018, 2:38pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

With the exception of extremely low-cost budget models, all modern computers (laptops and desktops) should have Thunderbolt 3 these days. Why? Because TB3 is simply amazing -- it uses the USB-C connector, but is much faster than USB 3.1 Gen 2. With Thunderbolt 3 being so fast, many consumers -- including yours truly -- have been waiting for external PCIe NVMe TB3 drives to begin hitting the mainstream. I am happy to say I have been testing one from VisionTek with my 2016 MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, and as you can imagine, it is super quick. Features (as listed… [Continue Reading]

Windows Insiders reported the Windows 10 file deletion problem to Microsoft months ago

Publié: octobre 8, 2018, 2:27pm CEST par Wayne Williams

The purpose of the Windows Insider program is to let users test out pre-release versions of Windows 10 months in advance, so they can try out new features, and report problems. In theory, this means when a new Windows 10 feature update rolls out to the public, all of the major bugs should have been squashed. Unfortunately, that’s often not the case, and occasionally really bad bugs -- like user personal data getting deleted by the update -- make it through the testing process. When something like this happens, it’s easy to think the issue simply failed to get picked… [Continue Reading]

Here is the OnePlus 6T -- coming October 30

Publié: octobre 8, 2018, 2:18pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

OnePlus has revealed more about the upcoming OnePlus 6T. The company is famed for ramping up the hype ahead of a new launch, and things are no different with its latest handset. The company has now revealed when the OnePlus 6T will launch -- October 30, at an event in New York City. As well as revealing this, OnePlus has also confirmed that it is no longer possible to sign up for The Lab -- a review opportunity it created to enable a select few to get their hands on the OnePlus 6T early. See also: Sign up with The… [Continue Reading]

UK court blocks iPhone users' privacy case against Google

Publié: octobre 8, 2018, 1:40pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The UK's High Court has blocked legal action brought against Google by the group Google You Owe Us. The group represented Apple smartphone owners and claimed that Google had collected personal data from over 4 million iPhone owners. Fronted by former Which? director Richard Lloyd, Google You Owe Us said that between August 2011 and February 2012 the search giant bypassed iPhone privacy settings and gathered user data for advertising purposes. See also: Block more Google tracking with the latest Privacy Badger extension After complaints, Google is going to give users more privacy controls in Chrome 70 With its new… [Continue Reading]

Google Safety Centre arrives in Europe -- or Safety Center... Google hasn't decided

Publié: octobre 8, 2018, 12:08pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google has announced that its Safety Centre hub is rolling out across Europe. The announcement means that people in Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and the UK have access to Google's selection of tools and tips for staying safe online. The launch has been timed to coincide with European Cyber Security Month, but Google doesn't quite seem to have decided how to spell the name of its own offering. See also: Block more Google tracking with the latest Privacy Badger extension People love Microsoft's Your Phone so much, it's the top trending Android app in the Google Play Store… [Continue Reading]

Understanding the privacy paradox

Publié: octobre 8, 2018, 11:26am CEST par Ian Barker

In the modern world people often say they care about privacy, but their actions don't reflect their words. Exploring this privacy paradox is a new infographic from privacy app company Keepsafe. It shows that 35 percent of people have concerns when making purchases on their mobile devices, but 43 percent do so anyway in the name of convenience. Among other findings are that 65 percent aren't comfortable when disclosing personal information to websites, but only 51 percent would use an app to protect their personal phone number online. Among millennials, 48 percent have private content on their phones, yet 78… [Continue Reading]

Walmart teams up with MGM to create content for Netflix alternative Vudu

Publié: octobre 8, 2018, 10:25am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Walmart has partnered with movie studio Metro Goldwyn Mayer to help boost content for its video-on-demand platform Vudu. Vudu -- which Walmart bought eight years ago -- has failed to attract a userbase anything close to that of rival Netflix, but by teaming up with MGM, there is clearly a push to change this. MGM will create original content based on its library of film and TV franchises. Walmart is also planning to introduce a new "shoppable" video ad format. See also: Plex launches beta version of Plex Web Shows offering on-demand streaming shows for free BitTorrent embraces streaming torrents… [Continue Reading]

Firefox 64 will support Action Center notifications in Windows 10

Publié: octobre 7, 2018, 4:57pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Following the footsteps of Microsoft Edge and Chrome, Firefox is -- at long last -- going to offer support for the delivery of notifications through Windows 10's Action Center. The move will please many Firefox users as this is a highly-requested feature, and it brings Mozilla's web browser in line with its rivals. While there is no release date for the finished version of Firefox 64, Action Center notification support has already made its way into the nightly builds. See also: Browser Reaper: exploit causes Firefox to crash Users balk as Chrome 69 forcibly signs them into the browser Trend… [Continue Reading]

Facebook Lite for iOS is now a thing

Publié: octobre 7, 2018, 12:22pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Just as there is a trend for dark themes in software at the moment, there is also something of a movement of "Lite" apps that use less data and resources. Originally intended for parts of the world where connectivity iss an issue, such apps have become popular with more and more people; because if you can use less data, why not? We've seen Twitter Lite, Facebook Messenger Lite, and Facebook Lite -- although, until now, this last app has only been available to Android users. Now, however, Facebook Lite is expanding its reach with the launch of an iOS app.… [Continue Reading]

How to disable Smart Compose predictive text suggestions in Gmail

Publié: octobre 7, 2018, 11:35am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

If you're a Gmail user, you've probably noticed a new feature in the web version recently. Building on the Smart Reply feature that makes it possible to insert stock responses with a click, Google has been rolling out a predictive text component called Smart Compose. The idea is simple, and will be familiar to users of the Gboard keyboard on Android. As you type a message, Gmail guesses what you might be trying to say and offers to complete your sentences for you. In theory this sounds helpful, but many people find it irritating and invasive -- and very possibly… [Continue Reading]

Mageia 6.1 Linux distribution now available

Publié: octobre 6, 2018, 5:57pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

While many people are familiar with popular Linux distributions like Ubuntu, Fedora, and Mint, there are far more open source operating systems available. There are probably too many, but I digress. Please know, just because a distro isn't very well known, doesn’t mean it's bad. One such quality Linux distro that isn't super popular is Mageia. It is a fork of the once wildly popular Mandriva operating system. Today, Mageia 6.1 becomes available for download. It features LTS Linux kernel 4.14 and updated Nvidia drivers. "This release brings all of the updates and development that has gone into Mageia 6… [Continue Reading]

Voice control and dictation options are coming to Facebook Messenger

Publié: octobre 6, 2018, 10:34am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The ability to control devices and apps with your voice is becoming increasingly common, and Facebook is looking to bring this capability to its Messenger app. Analysis of the Android version of the Facebook Messenger app shows that the company is looking to use its M assistant in messages to listen out for commands. App code shows that users will be able to make requests of M: "You can ask me to make calls, send messages, and create reminders". See also: How to voice-control your Android phone using the Voice Access app Google's new Voice Access app lets you control… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft pulls the problematic Windows 10 October 2018 Update

Publié: octobre 6, 2018, 9:24am CEST par Wayne Williams

Microsoft made its latest Windows 10 feature update available to download on Tuesday, and shortly afterwards the problems started. It didn’t play nicely with some Intel CPUs, Edge and Windows Store apps didn’t work for some users and, most damningly, the update was found to be deleting personal files. In the face of so many problems, Microsoft had to do something, and it has. The update has been pulled. SEE ALSO: Windows 10 October 2018 Update breaks Microsoft Edge and Windows Store apps for some users How to recover personal data lost by upgrading to the Windows 10 October 2018… [Continue Reading]

Windows 10 October 2018 Update breaks Microsoft Edge and Windows Store apps for some users

Publié: octobre 5, 2018, 8:20pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Every time Microsoft rolls out a new Windows 10 feature update we hear of problems being encountered by early adopters, even though the update undergoes serious testing through the Windows Insider program. The Windows 10 October 2018 Update only became officially available on Tuesday, and already it’s had to be blocked on certain Intel CPUs and, most damningly, it’s been found to be deleting user data (thankfully there’s a way to get the content back). Now it seems the new update is also causing problems with Microsoft Edge for some users. SEE ALSO: How to recover personal data lost by… [Continue Reading]

Nintendo Switch: Fortnite -- Double Helix Bundle is here!

Publié: octobre 5, 2018, 7:51pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

The Nintendo Switch is much less powerful than both the Xbox One and PlayStation 4. However, that being said, Nintendo’s offering is arguably the best of the three. Why? Well, it serves double duty as both a home and portable console. Not to mention, it has Nintendo exclusive games, featuring iconic characters like Mario and Link from Zelda. Let’s be honest, Nintendo’s own games are top shelf. Today, Nintendo announces a special Fortnite edition of the Switch. No, the hardware is not different. The "Fortnite -- Double Helix Bundle," as it is called, simply features some exclusive content and bonus… [Continue Reading]

People love Microsoft's Your Phone so much, it's the top trending Android app in the Google Play Store

Publié: octobre 5, 2018, 4:31pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Having abandoned its own mobile operating system, Microsoft is increasingly embracing Android and iOS and improving interoperability with Windows. A recent example of this is the Your Phone Companion app which makes it possible to send texts from your computer and easily access photos stored on your Android phone. The ability to access and use a phone via Windows 10 has gone down very well -- as the interest in our story about the app showed. So well, in fact, that the Your Phone app is the number one trending app in the Google Play Store. See also: How to… [Continue Reading]

How to voice-control your Android phone using the Voice Access app

Publié: octobre 5, 2018, 2:42pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Digital assistants are becoming increasingly popular as people become used to the idea of controlling electronic devices by speaking to them. With Android, Google has supported limited voice control for a while with "OK, Google", but with the release of the Voice Access app you can now do much, much more. The problem with uttering "OK, Google" at your phone is that there are fairly severe limitations on what you can do -- there are only a small number of supported actions. But with Voice Access you can use your voice to dictate and edit text, and interact with anything… [Continue Reading]

Apple's proprietary software is blocking third parties from repairing Macs

Publié: octobre 5, 2018, 1:22pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Apple is using proprietary software to block third parties from making repairs on new iMac Pro and 2018 MacBook Pro computers. A document sent to Apple's Authorized Service Providers -- seen by MacRumors and Motherboard -- shows that the T2 security chip that's built into modern Macs is being used to prevent authorized repairs from being carried out. The security feature requires Macs to pass Apple diagnostics in order for specific repairs to be performed. See also: Apple's Device Enrollment Program can leak sensitive information about devices and their owners Qualcomm accuses Apple of stealing trade secrets and giving them… [Continue Reading]

How to recover personal data lost by upgrading to the Windows 10 October 2018 Update

Publié: octobre 5, 2018, 12:43pm CEST par Wayne Williams

If you’ve recently updated your copy of Windows 10 to the very latest version -- the October 2018 Update -- you might have found that it wiped your documents, photos and other personal files. If you’ve got a backup stored safely away, then the loss of your content won’t be so devastating, but if you don’t, it’s not the end of the world -- you might be able to recover the files removed by the upgrade. SEE ALSO: Microsoft blocking the Windows 10 October 2018 Update on some newer Intel CPUs Windows 10 October 2018 Update deleting documents, photos and… [Continue Reading]

Best Windows 10 apps this week

Publié: octobre 5, 2018, 12:36pm CEST par Martin Brinkmann

Three-hundred-and-three in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Windows Store in the past seven days. Microsoft released the Windows 10 October 2018 Update on October 2 to the public. The update is not available for all systems yet -- it is blocked for certain Intel CPUs --and it has been reported that it causes data loss on some systems. As always, if I've missed an app or game that has been released this week that you believe is particularly good, let me know in the comments below… [Continue Reading]

Block more Google tracking with the latest Privacy Badger extension

Publié: octobre 5, 2018, 10:20am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

We live in an age where privacy is simultaneously highly valued and under increasing attack -- and nowhere is this truer than online. The EFF (Electronic Frontier Foundation) has been fighting the corner for web users for some time, and with the latest version of its Privacy Badger extension it is helping people fight back against Google. The latest update to the extension -- which is available for Chrome and Opera on the desktop, and Firefox on both the desktop and Android -- introduces new blocks on "link tracking" in Google web search, Hangouts and the Docs suite See also:… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft blocking the Windows 10 October 2018 Update on some newer Intel CPUs

Publié: octobre 4, 2018, 8:00pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Windows 10 feature updates rarely roll out without some issues, but the Windows 10 October 2018 Update seems to be having more than its fair share. While some users are complaining the update has deleted their personal files, others are finding the upgrade has been blocked due to an incompatibility with systems running 6th generation (Skylake) or newer Intel processors. The problem relates to Intel Display Audio device drivers and according to Microsoft, installing the latest feature update can result in "excessive power demand and reduced battery life." SEE ALSO: Windows 10 October 2018 Update deleting documents, photos and other… [Continue Reading]

Windows 10 October 2018 Update deleting documents, photos and other user files

Publié: octobre 4, 2018, 7:35pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Although Windows 10 feature updates undergo a lot of testing via the Windows Insider program, it’s only once a new update gets released that any major unresolved problems come to light. The Windows 10 October 2018 Update is set to begin rolling out officially next week, but anyone can install it now via Windows Update, and of those who have, a growing number have reported that the upgrade has wiped their personal files. SEE ALSO: The new Calculator app in the latest Windows 10 update is HUGE, but you can fix that Windows 10 October 2018 Update is available from… [Continue Reading]

Sans Forgetica: the font that could help you remember

Publié: octobre 4, 2018, 5:19pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Researchers from Australia's RMIT University have created a font which they say could help you to retain more data. Sans Forgetica is the result of work involving typographic design specialists and psychologists, and it has been designed specifically to make it easier to remember written information. The font has purposefully been made slightly difficult to read, using a reverse slant and gaps in letters to exploit the "desirable difficulty" as a memory aid. Dr Janneke Blijlevens, founding member of the RMIT Behavioural Business Lab, explains that the problem with many fonts is that they are so similar to each other… [Continue Reading]

The new Calculator app in the latest Windows 10 update is HUGE, but you can fix that

Publié: octobre 4, 2018, 5:11pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Five years ago, I wrote a story about how Windows 8.1's Calculator app summed up what was wrong with Microsoft's new OS. Windows 8.x was designed as a one-size-fits-all operating system, and apps were designed with little thought given to the different screen sizes they'd be viewed on. The problem was, on a desktop PC with a large screen, the Windows Calculator was massive. Or, as I put it at the time, "bloody huge -- filling my screen with buttons the size of business cards." Fast forward to 2018, and Microsoft is at it again, this time in the Windows… [Continue Reading]

New Kodi 18 'Leia' Beta 3 arrives -- download it now!

Publié: octobre 4, 2018, 4:19pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Development on the next big version of Kodi, codenamed 'Leia', is progressing nicely. It’s expected to be released by the end of this year. For those who can’t wait, you can install pre-release versions, and the newest of these -- Beta 3 -- is available to download and install today. SEE ALSO: TVAddons' new transparency report reveals blacklisted Kodi add-ons Kodi add-ons used to distribute currency miners New Kodi 18 'Leia' Beta 2 arrives -- download it now! It’s really all about improving stability and performance at this stage, and the software is already pretty stable. I’ve been running Kodi… [Continue Reading]

How to access your Android phone from Windows 10 with Microsoft's Your Phone app

Publié: octobre 4, 2018, 4:17pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Without a mobile operating system of its own, Microsoft is doing more for iOS and Android users than ever before. One example of this is the Your Phone app which makes it possible to view your Android phone's photos on your computer, as well as viewing and sending text messages from the comfort of Windows 10. Microsoft has also promised to enable an exciting-sounding app-mirroring feature. As long as you have upgraded to the Windows 10 October 2018 Update, you'll have the Your Phone app installed on your computer already. Here we take a look at this handy tool and… [Continue Reading]

Amazon unveils Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+

Publié: octobre 4, 2018, 2:18am CEST par Brian Fagioli

Traditional cable TV providers should be very worried. These days, it is easier than ever to cut the cord. Thanks to streaming media, a small box, dongle, or stick can deliver high-quality movies, TV, and music over the internet. Using myself as an example, I leverage YouTube TV, Apple Music, Amazon Prime Video, and Netflix for all of media needs. The local TV provider no longer gets my money -- except as my ISP, that is. Believe it or not, 4K content is becoming more and more common, and lately, 4K streaming devices have become very affordable. Last month, for… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft releases Windows 10 19H1 Build 18252 to the Skip Ahead and Fast rings

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 7:49pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Yesterday, Microsoft made the Windows 10 October 2018 Update available to anyone who wants it, meaning there’s currently only one development build on the go. Because of that, new builds on the 19H1 branch are now being pushed out to insiders on both the Skip Ahead and Fast rings. If you’ve yet to opt out of the Insider program or switch to the Slow ring, and your PC downloads and installs Build 18252, released today, you will need to roll it back and take appropriate action. SEE ALSO: Windows 10 October 2018 Update is available from today Microsoft unveils the… [Continue Reading]

Wi-Fi gets brilliant new naming scheme

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 7:44pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

For tech savvy consumers, buying a wireless router or adapter is a fairly simple affair. For the majority of shoppers, however, it can be very confusing. Let’s be honest, it is impossible to know that 802.11ac is better than, say, 802.11n without first researching it. I mean, hell, how is the average consumer supposed to know what the letter designation following the 802.11 really means? It is simply nerdy jargon. Apparently the Wi-Fi Alliance wants to make it easier to decipher. Starting with the 802.11ax, numbers will be used instead. For instance, ax will be Wi-Fi 6, while n and… [Continue Reading]

Insiders cause more than half of data breaches

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 4:49pm CEST par Ian Barker

Most companies consider hacker attacks to be the most dangerous threat, but according to a new report, insiders cause the majority of security incidents by either malicious or accidental actions. The study from threat detection specialist Netwrix looks at the experiences and plans over 1500 organizations have in addressing IT risks. The insider threat is underlined by the fact that 44 percent of respondents either don't know or are unsure what their employees are doing with sensitive data. Among the findings are that not all critical security controls are reviewed regularly as required by best practices. The most neglected controls… [Continue Reading]

Avira Internet Security 2019 boasts triple-faceted protection with new password manager

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 3:58pm CEST par Nick Peers

Security developer Avira has released Avira Internet Security Suite 2019, a brand new version of its flagship security tool for Windows. Version 2019 brings together all the vendor’s tools under one roof, and adds one new component to the mix: Password Manager. This comes with a Security Status feature that will alert users to global account, website and password breaches. Like all good password managers, Avira’s new tool allows users to set their own passwords or let it generate random, more secure passwords, all of which are stored in the user’s vault, protected by a single master password, the only… [Continue Reading]

Data theft malware targets Fortnite players

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 3:29pm CEST par Ian Barker

It's no surprise that the release of a new season of Fortnite has led to a rise in scammers keen to exploit gamers who are eager to sample the new software. Among a rash of supposed free passes and free Android versions of the game that hide surveys and other nuisances, researchers at Malwarebytes have uncovered a malicious program seeking to steal data and Bitcoins. The malware was offered by a YouTube account under the guise of a cheat and had received more than 2,000 views a day after uploading. Clicking the link takes you to a survey page which… [Continue Reading]

Plex launches beta version of Plex Web Shows offering on-demand streaming shows for free

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 3:00pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Continuing to increase its appeal to cord-cutters, Plex has announced a new on-demand streaming feature. Plex Web Shows is launching in beta and includes curated content from independent creators like Epic Meal Time, ASAPscience, Household Hacker, People are Awesome, and The Pet Collective, as well as brands including GQ, Saveur, Epicurious, and Pitchfork. Plex Web Shows works across a range of devices -- web, iOS, Android, Apple TV, Windows, macOS and more -- and does not require either a Plex server or a paid Plex subscription. Like Plex News and Plex Podcasts, content is not only curated, but includes smart,… [Continue Reading]

67 percent of organizations believe hackers can penetrate their network

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 1:38pm CEST par Ian Barker

Around two-thirds of executives and IT professionals responding to a new survey believe that hackers would be able to penetrate their networks. The study from security and application delivery company Radware focused on global companies and reveals that at least 89 percent of respondents have experienced attacks against web applications or web servers of the past year. Almost half (46 percent) of organizations surveyed say they have experienced data security breaches in the last 12 months, and respondents find application layer attacks to be the most difficult to both detect and mitigate. In particular, respondents reporting of encrypted web attacks… [Continue Reading]

Google launches new .page TLD

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 12:37pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google has announced the availability of a new TLD (top-level domain) from its own Google Registry. Joining the likes of .com and .org comes .page which is described as "a new opportunity for anyone to build an online presence". With security in mind, Google says that all .page websites require an SSL certificate. For businesses and individuals, the race is now on to grab the domain they want before it is snapped up by someone else. See also: Google's new Voice Access app lets you control your Android phone with your voice How to access Google's secret text adventure game… [Continue Reading]

iOS 12.1 beta 2 fixes iPhone charging problem and adds scores of new emoji

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 12:01pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Apple has released the second beta version of iOS 12.1 and while the iPhone-maker is heralding the including of more than 70 new emoji, the bigger news is that it includes a fix for the charging problem users have been complaining about. When owners of the new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max started to complain that their handsets were not charging, it was initially thought there was a problem with the latest hardware. But it seems that the problem was actually down to iOS 12. See also: Apple officially announces iPhone XR, iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max With… [Continue Reading]

Google's new Voice Access app lets you control your Android phone with your voice

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 10:51am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google has a new app that allows for full control of an Android phone with your voice -- Voice Access. While it has been possible to perform simple actions such as switching apps and writing messages, the ability to interact with on-screen elements is something that has been missing. Pitched as an accessibility tool, Voice Access fills in many gaps in Android's voice control system, making it possible to navigate apps, edit text and much more. See also: Android rooting tool SuperSU disappears from Play Store Android 9.0 Pie lands on OnePlus 6 in OxygenOS 9.0 How to access Google's… [Continue Reading]

Facebook hack update: Attackers did not use stolen tokens to access other sites and apps

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 10:26am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Since the revelation that a "security issue" allowed hackers to steal access tokens to view people's Facebook accounts, the company has provided a further update about the incident. Facebook has already provided one update about the attack, but now the investigation has progressed and the social network is trying to offer reassurances to those who have understandable concerns about security. The company says that the attackers did not access any apps that make use of Facebook Login, the system that makes it possible to sign into other accounts and services with Facebook credentials. See also: Facebook rolls out new tools… [Continue Reading]

Razer launches stunningly beautiful 'Sila' 802.11ac Wi-Fi gaming router

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 2:59am CEST par Brian Fagioli

Gaming is a huge business these days, and no, I am not just talking about PC and consoles. Believe it or not, many people are playing legit games -- such as Fortnite -- on mobile devices too. Regardless of platform, there is one common theme -- online gaming. Yes, these days, gaming online is probably more popular than playing with one's self offline. And so, having a quality Wi-Fi router is a must. Today, popular company Razer announces its own router (designed with Design Labs, maker of the "Portal Mesh Wi-Fi Router") and it is sexy as hell. Called "Sila," it leverages… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 is an uninspired boring upgrade that still lacks USB-C

Publié: octobre 3, 2018, 2:37am CEST par Brian Fagioli

If you want a Windows 10 laptop, you can do much better than Microsoft's buggy Surface devices. Companies such as Dell, Lenovo, and HP make some excellent notebooks these days. I mean, look, Microsoft's homegrown computers aren't totally bad, but they are a bit overpriced and historically have had terrible bugs and driver issues. For a while, the much-respected Consumer Reports refused to recommend the computers -- something on which they've recently done a "180." Today, with surprisingly little fanfare in New York City, Microsoft unveiled some new Surface devices, including the Surface Pro 6 -- a tablet with a… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft unveils the Surface Pro 6

Publié: octobre 2, 2018, 11:03pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Microsoft is holding a new hardware event today in New York City and has unveiled the latest generation of its tablet/laptop hybrid, the Surface Pro 6. Microsoft’s iPad rival has come a long way since its debut back in 2012, when it was an unqualified flop. These days, it’s a true laptop alternative, and as you’d expect, the Surface Pro 6 is the most powerful version yet. SEE ALSO: Windows 10 October 2018 Update is available from today Looks-wise it hasn't changed much, although alongside the platinum version there's a black matt variant, which I really like. The last time… [Continue Reading]

Windows 10 October 2018 Update is available from today

Publié: octobre 2, 2018, 10:44pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Microsoft is hosting a special event in New York City where it is taking the wraps off the next generation of Surface devices. It’s not just about hardware though, as the tech giant has announced the next big feature update for Windows 10, the October 2018 Update, is now available to download. SEE ALSO: Although Sets, hasn't made it into the OS this time around, new features in the update, aka Windows 10 1809, include a dark theme for File Explorer, a new screenshot tool, and clipboard, search, Notepad, and Edge improvements. There is of course also the new Your… [Continue Reading]

Facebook rolls out new tools to help those suffering bullying and harassment

Publié: octobre 2, 2018, 7:06pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The problems of bullying, harassment and trolling on social media are getting worse all of the time and the likes of Twitter and Facebook are under pressure to offer tools and protection to their users. Today Facebook unveils new options to help empower those who fall victim to such attacks. One new feature provides a way to report or delete multiple posts at once, and there is also a way to report bullying on behalf of someone else. Facebook is introducing new protections for public figures -- who frequently find themselves under attack -- and is also pushing education programs.… [Continue Reading]

What is the Presidential Alert text from the National Wireless Emergency Alert System?

Publié: octobre 2, 2018, 6:26pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Tomorrow -- Wednesday October 3 -- your phone will receive a text message; assuming you're in the US, that is, and use Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T or Sprint as your carrier. The text should arrive from 11:18AM PT / 2:18PM ET, and it will feature the dramatic heading of Presidential Alert. You may be reading this on Wednesday because you wonder what on Earth is going on -- particularly if your phone has made a strange noise -- but there's nothing to worry about. Not this time, anyway. The text message is part of a test of the Wireless Emergency Alerts… [Continue Reading]

Android rooting tool SuperSU disappears from Play Store

Publié: octobre 2, 2018, 5:38pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

If you haven't already made the jump to Magisk to cater for your handset rooting needs, now is very much the time to do so. The long-popular SuperSU has been removed from the Google Play Store, meaning one of the most popular rooting tools has been lost. The disappearance is not entirely surprising as SuperSU has not been updated for some time and plenty of other root apps have grown in popularity -- but it will still come as a disappointment for its many fans. See also: Major Google Maps update brings real-time public transport updates, music control, and more… [Continue Reading]

One in four cyberattacks targets ordinary users

Publié: octobre 2, 2018, 4:44pm CEST par Ian Barker

While the majority of cyberattacks are aimed at businesses and other organizations, an increasing number are targeting ordinary users, according to the latest report from Positive Technologies. The most attractive targets were personal data (30 percent) and credentials (22 percent), especially for online banking. To steal this data, attackers compromised a wide range of websites, including web stores, ticket vendors, and hotel booking services. A doubling of the number of attacks on cryptocurrencies in the second quarter saw attackers steal over $100 million in total. The share of attacks on web resources has also increased year-on-year (32 percent in Q2… [Continue Reading]

Behavioral analysis used to predict cybersecurity threats

Publié: octobre 2, 2018, 4:01pm CEST par Ian Barker

Internet of Things security specialist ZitoVault has patented a new means of predicting upcoming cybersecurity events. While most existing approaches only address the real-time detection of threats or anomalies based on a limited set of pre-established data points, ZitoVault's latest patent uses a new approach. It defines how to correlate a broader array of behavioral data, including third-party data, social media, phone, text and email activity, context of searches within and outside of corporate domains, financial data, travel history and changes in HR status. The system provides a software architecture for linking users to events and to other users by partitioning… [Continue Reading]

Behold, Honor 8X!

Publié: octobre 2, 2018, 3:59pm CEST par Brian Fagioli

Android smartphones are largely all the same these days. I mean, look, they are rectangular slabs that can run apps, surf the web, and take photos. Sure, specifications can vary, but for the most part, all modern Android phones are powerful enough to all run apps wonderfully. With that said, why would you spend a fortune on one? If you can score a solid smartphone without breaking the bank, you totally should! If you want an elegant and inexpensive Android phone, look no further than Honor. That is Huawei's budget-friendly brand, but you know what? Low cost does not mean… [Continue Reading]

Financial services breaches triple since 2016

Publié: octobre 2, 2018, 3:07pm CEST par Ian Barker

2018 has seen nearly three times as many breaches at financial services organizations as there were in 2016, according to a new report. The study by cloud access security broker Bitglass finds there have been 103 breaches in this year’s report compared to just 37 two years ago. Hacking and malware were responsible for nearly three quarters (73.5 percent) of all breaches in 2018. This is a massive increase over previous years, when they were responsible for 20 percent -- just behind the leader, lost and stolen devices, which caused 25 percent of breaches. The top three financial services breaches… [Continue Reading]

Love Dynamic Desktop? Move up to 24 Hour Wallpaper

Publié: octobre 2, 2018, 2:04pm CEST par Chris Wiles

We’ve worked for years with potential eye strain and it’s only recently we’re taking it seriously. The first step was Apple adding a warmer edge to the desktop panel, so by the end of the day you wouldn’t be looking at an LCD displaying sharp blue light. Mojave introduced Dynamic Desktop, which will transition your wallpaper, so it matches both the time of day, your location and the ever-changing sunrise/sunset. Dynamic Desktop will show a bright wallpaper middle of the day, but by 10pm you’ll be seeing a nighttime scene. Dynamic Desktop is clever enough to change your wallpaper depending… [Continue Reading]

How to access Google's secret text adventure game

Publié: octobre 2, 2018, 10:56am CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google is well known for hiding Easter eggs in its software and tools, and a new little treat has just been discovered. Hidden in Google Chrome's developer console is a text adventure game. While this is not exactly The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, and it's unlikely to draw you away from Fortnite or Assassin's Creed, the game is a simple delight like Chrome's jumping dinosaur. Here's how to access it. See also: Google is trying to make Chrome extensions safer with new Chrome Web Store review process and permission controls Major Google Maps update brings real-time public transport updates,… [Continue Reading]

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Google is trying to make Chrome extensions safer with new Chrome Web Store review process and permission controls

Publié: octobre 1, 2018, 8:21pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Extensions are a great way to increase the capabilities of your web browser, but they can also be the source of problems. Malicious extensions can be a serious headache, and this is something that Chrome users know more than most. Now Google is looking to improve security. The company has already promised that with Chrome 70 it is going to give users more privacy controls, and today it announced that this version of the browser will also introduce permission controls extensions. On top of this Google is introducing a new review process for extensions submitted to the Chrome Web Store,… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft re-open-sources early versions of MS-DOS on GitHub

Publié: octobre 1, 2018, 5:13pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Back in 2014, Microsoft gave the source code for MS-DOS 1.25 and MS-DOS 2.0 to the Computer History Museum. Now -- in a move it describes as "re-open-sourcing" -- the company has pushed the code to GitHub for all to see. Dating from mid-1983, the source code may moisten the eyes of anyone who remembers the days of text-based operating systems, and it gives an interesting glimpse into the world of software development a few decades ago. See also: Tim Berners-Lee launches open source project Solid to decentralize the web and place users in control of data Azure Pipelines CI/CD… [Continue Reading]

NetMarketShare shows Windows 10's share falling, Windows 7 rising

Publié: octobre 1, 2018, 5:01pm CEST par Wayne Williams

Usage share monitoring service StatCounter saw Windows 10 overtake Windows 7 back in February, and its latest figures put the new operating system on 50.07 percent, well ahead of Windows 7 on 37.2 percent. Rival monitoring service NetMarketShare disagrees however. While Windows 10 gained significant share in August, at Windows 7’s expense, the latest figures, for September, show a reversal of fortune. SEE ALSO: Windows 10 now has its own exclusive Linux distro -- WLinux Everything removed or deprecated in the Windows 10 October 2018 Update Microsoft quietly stops interfering with Chrome and Firefox installations on Windows 10 According to… [Continue Reading]

Bigger isn't better when it comes to password security

Publié: octobre 1, 2018, 3:01pm CEST par Ian Barker

A new study by LogMeIn, the company behind the LastPass password manager shows that size matters in password security, but not in the way that you might think. Looking at anonymized data from over 43,000 companies, the study produced a security score and a password strength score for each. Businesses with fewer than 25 employees had the highest average security score of 50, but the average drops as company size increases. Having more employees means more passwords and unsanctioned apps, as well as extra opportunities for dangerous password behavior. In larger organizations, it's simply more challenging for IT to hold… [Continue Reading]

Sign up with The Lab and you could get a OnePlus 6T early

Publié: octobre 1, 2018, 2:20pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

If you're a fan of OnePlus handsets, you might like the idea of getting your hands on the OnePlus 6T not only free of charge, but before the official launch. As part of its marketing program, OnePlus has opened up The Lab -- as it has done with previous models of its phones. This gives you the opportunity to sign up to review the phone, which means you'll be given one for free! See also: OnePlus 6T teaser video invites you to 'unlock the future' Android 9.0 Pie lands on OnePlus 6 in OxygenOS 9.0 OnePlus confirms that the OnePlus… [Continue Reading]

NightOwl is a must-have app for all Mojave users

Publié: octobre 1, 2018, 12:56pm CEST par Chris Wiles

Dark mode is a fantastic addition to any operating system, enabling late-night work to more productive. We have the theme switched on as default on Windows 10, which has always suited a darker user-interface. Apple introduced a system-wide dark mode with Mojave and some of the recent apps look hugely better on a dark background. iPhoto is a very good example, making photos pop on the dark shade and editing easier on the eyes. Problem is, you don’t want dark mode on all the time. Some apps don’t quite work for us. Mail is a good example, with odd inverted… [Continue Reading]

Major Google Maps update brings real-time public transport updates, music control, and more

Publié: octobre 1, 2018, 12:51pm CEST par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google is pushing out a big update to its Google Maps app with the aim of making your daily commute easier. One of the biggest additions is support for mixed-mode commutes -- those journeys that involve multiple modes of transport -- and to help with this, there's also real-time information about the location of buses and trains. But it doesn't end there. Google Maps now also supports Spotify, Apple Music, and Google Play Music podcast and music playback to help keep you entertained while you travel. See also: Google Maps now has a voting option to help plan group events… [Continue Reading]

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