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27/07/2024

To combat evolving attacks, companies should adopt proactive measures like offensive security tactics, zero trust architecture, and end-to-end infrastructure control. These strategies ensure robust defenses against both known and unforeseen threats....

To combat evolving attacks, companies should adopt proactive measures like offensive security tactics, zero trust architecture, and end-to-end infrastructure control. These strategies ensure robust…

26/07/2024

Kali Linux Pe*******on Testing Bible is a comprehensive guide for cybersecurity professionals, covering tools and techniques essential for effective pe*******on testing. It includes methods for creating secure environments, identifying vulnerabilities, and automating testing with Python. The book is currently available for free until August 6 for BetaNews readers....

Kali Linux Pe*******on Testing Bible is a comprehensive guide for cybersecurity professionals, covering tools and techniques essential for effective pe*******on testing. It includes methods for cre…

26/07/2024

Microsoft has managed to do it yet again. With the security update released earlier this month for Windows, the company has delivered a buggy patch which is causing problems for a lot of users. The problem has hit users of not only Windows 10 and Windows 11, but also various editions of Windows Server. As the update in question is a security update, it was automatically installed on a large number of systems; the unwanted payload is being dumped into a BitLocker recovery screen....

Microsoft has managed to do it yet again. With the security update released earlier this month for Windows, the company has delivered a buggy patch which is causing problems for a lot of users. The…

26/07/2024

As we've become more reliant on tech devices we use them in more places that ever before, which in turn means more opportunities for them to suffer mishaps. A new report from Secure Data Recovery UK looks at the common ways that people damage or lose their tech and at some of the weirder ones too. Where phones are concerned, cracking the screen is top of the list with 77.44 percent having done it and around one in six currently walking around with a cracked screen....

As we’ve become more reliant on tech devices we use them in more places that ever before, which in turn means more opportunities for them to suffer mishaps. A new report from Secure Data Reco…

26/07/2024

For some strange reason, Microsoft made Windows 11 less useful in various ways. One such backwards step was removing some of the settings relating to mouse controls, specifically the option to reverse scroll wheel direction, and enhance pointer precision. Quite why it was deemed sensible to remove the options from Settings is anyone's guess, particularly as it remained possible to tweak the registry to implement them....

For some strange reason, Microsoft made Windows 11 less useful in various ways. One such backwards step was removing some of the settings relating to mouse controls, specifically the option to reve…

26/07/2024

What a great trick to know

Many users see little reason to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11, often due to hardware constraints. Using files from a Windows 11 PC, it’s possible to transfer some Windows 11 design el…

26/07/2024

This week's best Windows apps

Six-hundred-five in a series. Welcome to this week’s overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 and 11 on the Microsoft Store and elsewhere in the past seven days…

26/07/2024

Check Point Research has uncovered a network of GitHub accounts, dubbed the "Stargazers Ghost Network," that distributes malware via phishing repositories. This sophisticated operation, tracked under the name "Stargazer Goblin," acts as a Distribution as a Service (DaaS) model, allowing threat actors to share malicious links and software. The network consists of over 3,000 active accounts that perform activities such as starring, forking, and subscribing to malicious repositories to make them appear legitimate....

Check Point Research has uncovered a network of GitHub accounts, dubbed the “Stargazers Ghost Network,” that distributes malware via phishing repositories. This sophisticated operation,…

26/07/2024

As OpenAI rolls out its SearchGPT prototype, a question looms large: Should Google feel threatened by this new entrant in the search engine landscape? SearchGPT promises a revolutionary approach to online search by integrating AI capabilities with real-time web information, potentially changing how users interact with search engines. SearchGPT is designed to streamline the search experience, providing direct answers with clear sourcing, which could make searches faster and more relevant....

As OpenAI rolls out its SearchGPT prototype, a question looms large: Should Google feel threatened by this new entrant in the search engine landscape? SearchGPT promises a revolutionary approach to…

25/07/2024

That's a worry

A new study released ahead of tomorrow’s SysAdmin Day reveals that 60 percent of sysadmins admit to a lack of understanding of how to leverage AI practically in their organization. The report…

25/07/2024

ChatGPT for Cybersecurity Cookbook takes you on a journey toward enhancing your cybersecurity skills, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned professional. By leveraging cutting-edge generative AI and large language models such as ChatGPT, you'll gain a competitive advantage in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. This book shows you how to automate and optimize various cybersecurity tasks, including pe*******on testing, vulnerability assessments, risk assessment, and threat detection....

ChatGPT for Cybersecurity Cookbook takes you on a journey toward enhancing your cybersecurity skills, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned professional. By leveraging cutting-edge generative AI an…

25/07/2024

Apple has just unveiled a public beta for Apple Maps on the web, a move that is sure to excite users like me who prefer Apple Maps to Google Maps. I am particularly thrilled about this development, as I find Apple Maps to be superior for my navigation needs. This new web-based access allows users worldwide to experience Apple Maps directly from their browsers....

Apple has just unveiled a public beta for Apple Maps on the web, a move that is sure to excite users like me who prefer Apple Maps to Google Maps. I am particularly thrilled about this development,…

24/07/2024

Olympic-sized threats to watch out for

Nation state-sponsored threat actors, organized cybercriminal cartels and hacktivists are expected to be active during the upcoming 2024 Paris Summer Olympics and…

24/07/2024

Micron has introduced the 9550 NVMe SSD, heralded as the fastest SSD for data centers, particularly optimized for AI workloads. This product integrates Micron's proprietary technologies including its controller, NAND, DRAM, and firmware into a cohesive solution designed for high performance, power efficiency, and enhanced security in data center operations. The Micron 9550 SSD boasts sequential read speeds of 14.0GB/s and write speeds of 10.0GB/s, claiming up to 67 percent better performance compared to similar SSDs on the market....

Micron has introduced the 9550 NVMe SSD, heralded as the fastest SSD for data centers, particularly optimized for AI workloads. This product integrates Micron’s proprietary technologies inclu…

23/07/2024

Accenture has unveiled its Accenture AI Refinery framework, built on NVIDIA AI Foundry, to help clients develop custom LLM models using the newly introduced Llama 3.1 collection. This framework, part of Accenture’s foundation model services, is designed to enhance the use of generative AI by allowing businesses to create LLMs tailored to their specific domains and business processes. The AI Refinery framework includes four main components: domain model customization and training, the Switchboard platform for model selection, an enterprise cognitive brain for indexing corporate knowledge, and Agentic architecture for autonomous AI actions....

Accenture has unveiled its Accenture AI Refinery framework, built on NVIDIA AI Foundry, to help clients develop custom LLM models using the newly introduced Llama 3.1 collection. This framework, pa…

23/07/2024

ShowMeCables has unveiled a new series of Cat 6a right-angle Ethernet cables. These innovative cables feature 90-degree angled connectors designed to ease installation in spaces with dense cabling. The line offers low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) rated jackets for environments where PVC is banned, and CMX jackets for standard communication settings. These Cat 6a cables are equipped to handle 10-gigabit speeds, making them suitable for a variety of indoor uses such as data centers, offices, industrial sites, home networks, and transportation systems....

ShowMeCables has unveiled a new series of Cat 6a right-angle Ethernet cables. These innovative cables feature 90-degree angled connectors designed to ease installation in spaces with dense cabling.…

22/07/2024

Turn Windows 10 into a modern Windows 7

Six months ago, we showed you how it was possible to transform Windows 10 or 11 into Windows 7 or Vista with a single command, an article which — it has to be said — proved rather divis…

22/07/2024

Google has revised its Privacy Sandbox initiative, moving away from its earlier decision to eliminate third-party cookies. The initiative has been influenced by extensive feedback from various stakeholders, including the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), publishers, and the advertising industry. Instead of phasing out third-party cookies as initially planned, Google is now implementing a new user experience in Chrome that allows individuals to make informed decisions about their privacy settings during web browsing....

Google has revised its Privacy Sandbox initiative, moving away from its earlier decision to eliminate third-party cookies. The initiative has been influenced by extensive feedback from various stak…

21/07/2024

The release of OpenMandriva ROME 24.07 offers a timely Linux alternative for users considering a switch from Microsoft Windows 11, particularly in the wake of the recent Crowdstrike-induced BSOD (Blue Screen of Death) disaster. This rolling release integrates the latest from the Release Candidate, featuring updated packages and enhanced stability. At the forefront of this release is the introduction of KDE Plasma 6 as the default desktop environment, designed to enhance user experience with its improved aesthetics and functionality....

The release of OpenMandriva ROME 24.07 offers a timely Linux alternative for users considering a switch from Microsoft Windows 11, particularly in the wake of the recent Crowdstrike-induced BSOD (B…

19/07/2024

Apple Vision Pro users are now be able to enjoy a new range of content captured in Apple Immersive Video. This format uses 3D video recorded in 8K with a 180-degree field of view and Spatial Audio to deliver a highly realistic experience. Apple’s lineup includes series, films, and special performances. The series “Boundless” kicks off with an episode called “Hot Air Balloons,” taking viewers over Cappadocia, Türkiye....

Apple Vision Pro users are now be able to enjoy a new range of content captured in Apple Immersive Video. This format uses 3D video recorded in 8K with a 180-degree field of view and Spatial Audio …

19/07/2024

Google's URL Shortener service will be fully discontinued after August 25, 2025. Originally transitioned to Firebase Dynamic Links in 2018, the service stopped accepting new URLs but continued to support existing ones. Now, Google has announced it will cease serving these links. Starting August 23, 2024, users will encounter an interstitial page on some goo.gl links. This page will notify users of the service’s impending shutdown and will increasingly appear before the links direct to their original destinations....

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Google’s URL Shortener service will be fully discontinued after August 25, 2025. Originally transitioned to Firebase Dynamic Links in 2018, the service stopped accepting new URLs but continue…

19/07/2024

These are this week's best Windows apps

Six-hundred-four in a series. Welcome to this week’s overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 and 11 on the Microsoft Store and elsewhere in the past seven…

18/07/2024

Dynabook Americas, Inc. has announced the release of its latest professional laptops, the 14-inch Tecra A40-M and the 16-inch Tecra A60-M. These new models, both off which have a starting price below $1,300, are equipped with Copilot AI and Intel Core Ultra processors, aiming to enhance productivity for professionals and educators. The Tecra A40-M operates on Windows 11 Pro and is available with various Intel Core Ultra processors, including Series 1 H28, Core Ultra 5 135U, Core Ultra 5 145U, Core Ultra 7 155U, Core Ultra 7 165U, Core Ultra 5 135H, Core Ultra 5 145H, Core Ultra 7 155H, and Core Ultra 7 165H....

Dynabook Americas, Inc. has announced the release of its latest professional laptops, the 14-inch Tecra A40-M and the 16-inch Tecra A60-M. These new models, both off which have a starting price bel…

18/07/2024

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Acronis has announced it’s restoring the trusted True Image brand to its backup and drive imaging tool for home users. The program had previously been renamed Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office to f…

18/07/2024

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17/07/2024

Wind River has joined forces with NETA Auto to create the HOZI supercomputing XPC Intelligent Control Domain Controller (XPC-S32G), which could indicate a future where Linux dominates vehicle computer systems. This controller functions as an integrated gateway, enhancing the safety, control, and upgradeability of intelligent vehicles. Dai Dali, CTO of NETA Auto, emphasized the controller's significant impact on enhancing vehicle intelligence and software capabilities, which in turn improves user experiences....

Wind River has joined forces with NETA Auto to create the HOZI supercomputing XPC Intelligent Control Domain Controller (XPC-S32G), which could indicate a future where Linux dominates vehicle compu…

17/07/2024

That is fast!

Micron Technology, Inc. has launched the Crucial P310 2230 Gen4 NVMe solid-state drive (SSD) with impressive speeds and high storage capacity. The company claims it is the fastest 2230 Gen4 SSD in …

17/07/2024

Who knew better password security was this easy?

Including a number in your password doesn’t make it much more secure, does it? If that number is a seven then it just might, according to ProxyScrape. Strange though it may sound, seven is a …

17/07/2024

Micron Technology, Inc. has launched the Crucial P310 2230 Gen4 NVMe solid-state drive (SSD) with impressive speeds and high storage capacity. The company claims it is the fastest 2230 Gen4 SSD in the world! This new SSD targets handheld (Steam Deck and ASUS ROG Ally) gamers, as well as users of ultrathin laptops and mini PCs. The Crucial P310 stands out in the market with its read and write speeds hitting 7,100 MB/s and 6,000 MB/s respectively....

Micron Technology, Inc. has launched the Crucial P310 2230 Gen4 NVMe solid-state drive (SSD) with impressive speeds and high storage capacity. The company claims it is the fastest 2230 Gen4 SSD in …

17/07/2024

CORSAIR has launched the TC500 LUXE, the latest addition to its line of premium gaming chairs. The new model aims to offer a combination of comfort and style, designed to meet the needs of both gamers and professionals. The TC500 LUXE is constructed with a solid steel frame and a sturdy metal base, designed for long-lasting use. It targets gamers, creators, and anyone who spends significant time at a desk, providing a blend of comfort and durability....

CORSAIR has launched the TC500 LUXE, the latest addition to its line of premium gaming chairs. The new model aims to offer a combination of comfort and style, designed to meet the needs of both gam…