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08/11/2024

The History of Android: From Humble Beginnings to Dominance in the Mobile Market

Android, the operating system (OS) that powers the majority of smartphones worldwide, has a rich history full of innovation, fierce competition, and game-changing milestones. Since its inception in the early 2000s, Android has revolutionized mobile technology, making smartphones more accessible, customizable, and powerful than ever before. In this blog post, we’ll take a journey through Android's history, highlighting the key developments and turning points that made it the powerhouse OS we know today.

1. The Birth of Android Inc. (2003–2005)

Android's story begins with a small startup founded in 2003 by Andy Rubin, Rich Miner, Nick Sears, and Chris White. Initially, Android Inc. aimed to create an OS specifically for digital cameras. However, as the founders realized that the digital camera market was too niche, they pivoted to focus on creating an OS for mobile phones. Android Inc.

The History of Android: From Humble Beginnings to Dominance in the Mobile Market Android, the operating system (OS) that powers the majority of smartphones w

07/11/2024

The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) is proud to announce that Team Europe has triumphed in the International Cybersecurity Challenge for the third consecutive year.

Reaching the highest score in both the Capture the Flag (CTF) as well as the Attack / Defense challenges, Team Europe continued its success story in the competition, followed by Team Asia in the second place and Team Oceania in third place.

The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) is proud to announce that Team Europe has triumphed in the International Cybersecurity Challenge for the thi

07/11/2024

CVE number = CVE-2024-20536

A vulnerability in a REST API endpoint and web-based management interface of Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker with read-only privileges to execute arbitrary SQL commands on an affected device.

This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted request to a specific REST API endpoint or web-based management interface. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to read, modify, or delete arbitrary data on an internal database, which could affect the availability of the device.

Cisco has released software updates that address this vulnerability. There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability.

This vulnerability affects only Cisco NDFC releases 12.1.2 and 12.1.3.

Note: This vulnerability does not affect Cisco NDFC when it is configured for storage area network (SAN) controller deployment.

CVE number = CVE-2024-20536 A vulnerability in a REST API endpoint and web-based management interface of Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC)

07/11/2024

CVE number = CVE-2024-20418

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Unified Industrial Wireless Software for Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB) Access Points could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to perform command injection attacks with root privileges on the underlying operating system.

This vulnerability is due to improper validation of input to the web-based management interface. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted HTTP requests to the web-based management interface of an affected system.

A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges on the underlying operating system of the affected device.

Cisco has released software updates that address this vulnerability. There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability.

CVE number = CVE-2024-20418 A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Unified Industrial Wireless Software for Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wire

07/11/2024

Introduction: The internet, a ubiquitous part of our daily lives, has a rich history marked by innovation, collaboration, and transformation. From its humble beginnings as a military research project to its present-day status as a global communication network, the internet's evolution is a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancement.

Origins and Early Development: In the late 1960s, amidst the backdrop of the Cold War, the Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA) of the United States Department of Defense initiated a groundbreaking project known as ARPANET. This experimental network aimed to interconnect computers at various research institutions, laying the groundwork for what would become the modern internet. Spearheaded by visionaries such as Vint Cerf and Robert Kahn, ARPANET utilized pioneering technologies to facilitate communication and data exchange.

Introduction: The internet, a ubiquitous part of our daily lives, has a rich history marked by innovation, collaboration, and transformation. From its humble be

06/11/2024

The Microsoft Windows operating system has defined and redefined the world of computing for nearly four decades. From its humble beginnings in the mid-1980s to its current, sleek Windows 11 iteration, Windows has grown alongside and helped shape the tech landscape. In this post, we'll explore the history, key milestones, and features of Windows over the years.

1. Windows 1.0 (1985) – A Graphical Breakthrough

- Release Date: November 20, 1985

- Key Features: Basic graphical interface, applications like Paint, Calculator, and a rudimentary file management system

Windows 1.0 introduced a graphical user interface (GUI) to what was previously a world of command-line computing with MS-DOS. This release was groundbreaking in that it allowed users to use a mouse to navigate on-screen icons and windows.

The Microsoft Windows operating system has defined and redefined the world of computing for nearly four decades. From its humble beginnings in the mid-1980s to

06/11/2024

UK’s market for ensuring trustworthy AI systems is poised to grow six-fold over the next decade, as UK also signs AI safety agreement with Singapore.

The UK’s market for ensuring the trustworthiness of AI systems is poised to grow six-fold over the next decade - unlocking more than £6.5 billion as the UK government uses AI to kickstart growth. Using AI is central to the government’s plans for reforming the country’s public services and wider economy, going hand in hand with ensuring public trust in the innovations which will ultimately deliver these reforms.

Assurance ensures AI systems work as intended – in turn boosting public trust in the technology with a particular focus on making sure they are fair, transparent and protect individual privacy.

Around 524 firms currently make up this slice of the UK’s AI sector, employing more than 12,000 people and generating more than £1 billion.
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UK’s market for ensuring trustworthy AI systems is poised to grow six-fold over the next decade, as UK also signs AI safety agreement with Singapore. The U

05/11/2024

Microsoft Windows Server 2025 is now available in preview, and it delivers next-generation security improvements, and hybrid cloud capabilities into a modernized and future ready platform.

Microsoft Corporate Vice President for Azure Edge + Platform, Ian LeGrow, highlighted the latest version's improvements on Monday, stating, “Windows Server 2025 delivers major advancements across the board for Hyper-V, GPU integration, Storage Spaces Direct (software-defined storage), software-defined networking, and clustering.”

Key improvements include:

- Hybrid Flexibility: Adapt seamlessly across hybrid, cloud, and edge environments. Enhanced connectivity with Azure Arc makes it simple to integrate on-premises and cloud servers, bringing Azure's full capabilities to local infrastructure.

- Enhanced Security: Advanced hardware and software security measures to counter cyber threats, along with a next-generation Active Directory for enhanced security and scalability.

Microsoft Windows Server 2025 is now available in preview, and it delivers next-generation security improvements, and hybrid cloud capabilities into a modernize

05/11/2024

Did you know that 85% of organisations with DevOps see faster software deployments? Getting DevOps skills can change your career and help your team work better. To have these skills you need to take a course and have a DevOps certification. Keep reading to find out which DevOps course is right for you.

Main points of DevOps courses

- 85% of organizations with DevOps report faster software deployments.

- Choosing the best DevOps course depends on career goals and current skills.

- Comprehensive training programs like the DevOps Engineer Masters Program cover key DevOps tools.

- Certifications such as SAFe DevOps align with agile principles.

- Effective DevOps training can drastically boost both personal and organizational success.

What is DevOps?

DevOps (a combination of "Development" and "Operations") is a collaborative approach that integrates software development (Dev) and IT operations (Ops) teams.

Did you know that 85% of organisations with DevOps see faster software deployments? Getting DevOps skills can change your career and help your team work better.

05/11/2024

Thousands of small businesses across the UK will be able to get help and advice through the UK government’s generative AI chatbot, as it moves to the next stage of testing this week – making it easier and quicker to find information on GOV.UK.

Up to 15,000 people will be able to ask the tool for advice on business rules and support, with the chatbot linked from 30 of GOV.UK’s business pages, such as “set up a business” and “search for a trade mark”. People with access to the trial can ask questions about tax and the support available to them.

A team of in-house data scientists, developers and designers are building the experimental tool using OpenAI’s GPT-4o technology which aims to help people more quickly navigate complex advice to understand what matters to them. In response, they will receive straightforward, personalised answers that collate information that may otherwise be spread across dozens of pages.
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Thousands of small businesses across the UK will be able to get help and advice through the UK government’s generative AI chatbot, as it moves to the next s

05/11/2024

MS-DOS, or Microsoft Disk Operating System, is one of the most influential operating systems in the history of personal computing. Its history can be traced back to the late 1970s when IBM was developing its first personal computer (PC). Here's a brief overview of its history:

- CP/M and QDOS: Before MS-DOS, the dominant operating system for microcomputers was CP/M (Control Program for Microcomputers), developed by Digital Research. However, when IBM was developing its PC, negotiations with Digital Research fell through, leading IBM to look for an alternative. Microsoft, then a small software company, had created a CP/M clone called 86-DOS (later known as QDOS, or Quick and Dirty Operating System) for the Intel 8086 processor. In 1980, Microsoft purchased the rights to 86-DOS from Seattle Computer Products for $50,000.

- MS-DOS 1.0: IBM released its first PC in 1981, and it came bundled with Microsoft's MS-DOS 1.0.

MS-DOS, or Microsoft Disk Operating System, is one of the most influential operating systems in the history of personal computing. Its history can be traced bac

04/11/2024

The world's most prestigious AI summit, World Summit AI (WSAI), is making its highly anticipated debut in the MENA region. Organized by InspiredMinds, World Summit AI Qatar will be held at the Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC) on December 10th and 11th, 2024, supported by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, State of Qatar.

The Middle East is rapidly establishing itself as a dynamic force in AI, driven by bold investments and cutting-edge innovations aimed at transforming industries, enhancing quality of life, and staying at the forefront of global tech advancements. Qatar, guided by its National Vision 2030, is quickly emerging as a global AI powerhouse, and with the exclusive launch of World Summit AI Qatar, it is set to solidify its place as a pivotal player in the international AI arena.

Since 2017, World Summit AI has grown exponentially, earning its reputation as the largest and most influential gathering of AI experts worldwide.
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The world's most prestigious AI summit, World Summit AI (WSAI), is making its highly anticipated debut in the MENA region. Organized by InspiredMinds, World

04/11/2024

New Juno satellite to support military operations will be designed and built in the UK.

Armed forces personnel are to have access to the latest space technology for military operations, following a deal signed for a new satellite.

The £40 million project with Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd will support around 200 skilled jobs, boosting the UK’s space sector and helping to grow the economy.

Named Juno, the satellite will be able to capture daytime images of the Earth’s surface, strengthening the UK’s Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. Expected to launch in 2027, Juno will have advanced imagery sensors, building on the capabilities of Tyche, UK Space Command’s first satellite which successfully launched in August this year.

Both satellites form part of the Ministry of Defence’s space-based Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance programme, which will deliver a constellation of satellites and supporting ground systems by 2031.

New Juno satellite to support military operations will be designed and built in the UK. Armed forces personnel are to have access to the latest space technol

03/11/2024

Capacitors are essential components in virtually every electronic device we use today, from smartphones to computers, electric vehicles, and beyond. Their unique ability to store and release energy makes them indispensable for managing electrical charges in countless applications. The history of the capacitor, however, is a fascinating journey that begins long before modern electronics, involving some of the most brilliant minds in science and engineering.

Early Concepts of Electrical Storage

The story of capacitors begins in the 18th century, a time when electricity was still a mysterious force that scientists were beginning to study in earnest.

1. The Leyden Jar: The First Capacitor

In 1745, a Dutch scientist named Pieter van Musschenbroek at the University of Leiden (also spelled Leyden) discovered a way to store electrical charges in a simple glass jar. The Leyden jar, as it came to be known, was the first practical capacitor.

Capacitors are essential components in virtually every electronic device we use today, from smartphones to computers, electric vehicles, and beyond. Their uniqu

03/11/2024

The BT (British Telecom) phone box, also known as a telephone booth or telephone kiosk, has a long and iconic history in the United Kingdom. Here is an overview of its development and significance:

- Early Telephone Booths: The concept of the telephone booth dates back to the late 19th century when telephone technology was first introduced in the UK. Early telephone booths were small wooden structures or glass booths placed in public areas. These early booths were not standardized and often varied in design.

- The K1 Kiosk: In 1921, the General Post Office (GPO), which was responsible for telecommunications in the UK at the time, introduced the K1 kiosk, designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott. This iconic red booth was made of cast iron and had an elegant, Art Deco-inspired design. It featured a domed roof and a prominent crown, which became a symbol of British telephony.

- Expansion and Standardization: The K1 was followed by the K2, K3, and K4 designs, each with slight variations.

The BT (British Telecom) phone box, also known as a telephone booth or telephone kiosk, has a long and iconic history in the United Kingdom. Here is an overview

02/11/2024

The History of Software-Defined Radio (SDR): From Military Origins to Modern Innovation

The technology of Software-Defined Radio, or SDR, has revolutionized the field of radio communication. SDR has opened up new possibilities for both commercial and amateur use by enabling greater flexibility, efficiency, and performance in wireless communication. But SDR's journey from a concept to a mainstream technology is fascinating and rooted in the history of radio and military technology. This blog post dives into the key milestones that have shaped the evolution of SDR, the visionaries behind it, and its growing impact across multiple fields.

What is Software-Defined Radio (SDR)?

At its core, SDR is a type of radio communication system where traditional hardware components—such as mixers, filters, modulators, demodulators, detectors, and amplifiers—are replaced with software.

The History of Software-Defined Radio (SDR): From Military Origins to Modern Innovation The technology of Software-Defined Radio, or SDR, has revolutionized

01/11/2024

South East Technological University (SETU) Faces Cybersecurity Incident Affecting IT Systems

South East Technological University (SETU) has experienced a cybersecurity incident targeting its IT systems. The incident was identified at the earliest pos

01/11/2024

Pygmy Goat Backdoor Planted on Hacked Sophos XG Firewall Devices

The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has released detailed technical documentation on a sophisticated backdoor discovered on compromised Sophos XG f

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