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Tuesday, June 30, 2020

The administration's move to halt the H-1B program through Dec. 31 will stand unless there are successful court challenges, legal experts say.

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June 30, 2020

How Trump's latest H-1B visa suspension will impact hiring at tech companies

The administration's move to halt the H-1B program through Dec. 31 will stand unless there are successful court challenges, legal expert...
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86% of developers polled in a recent survey said every single aspect of appsec hinders their ability to push code.

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June 30, 2020

Developers agree: Application security processes have a negative impact on productivity

86% of developers polled in a recent survey said every single aspect of appsec hinders their ability to push code. source https://www.tech...
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Commentary: Open source isn't really about kumbaya, but does that necessarily mean it needs to stress out project leads?

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June 30, 2020

How open source "selfishness" can lead to burnout

Commentary: Open source isn't really about kumbaya, but does that necessarily mean it needs to stress out project leads? source https:...
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Users are always searching for ways to make their computing lives better--the Windows 10 PowerToys are made specifically for this purpose.

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June 30, 2020

Windows 10 PowerToys: A cheat sheet

Users are always searching for ways to make their computing lives better--the Windows 10 PowerToys are made specifically for this purpose. ...
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Whether circumstances are good or bad, you can have fun making your point with this rolling snowball slide in Microsoft PowerPoint.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/powerpoint-how-to-create-a-snowball-that-grows-as-it-rolls-downhill/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

PowerPoint: How to create a snowball that grows as it rolls downhill

Whether circumstances are good or bad, you can have fun making your point with this rolling snowball slide in Microsoft PowerPoint. source...
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Simply put, losing a job is stressful. To assist, we've curated a guide of seven strategies to help people navigate the unemployment process and maximize their time between positions.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/youve-just-lost-your-tech-job-heres-what-to-do-next/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

You've just lost your tech job. Here's what to do next.

Simply put, losing a job is stressful. To assist, we've curated a guide of seven strategies to help people navigate the unemployment pro...
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Finding value in data, integrating open source software, a small talent pool, and ethical concerns around data were found to be trouble areas in a new state of data science report.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/challenges-facing-data-science-in-2020-and-four-ways-to-address-them/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

Challenges facing data science in 2020 and four ways to address them

Finding value in data, integrating open source software, a small talent pool, and ethical concerns around data were found to be trouble area...
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Edtech company Edmentum has built a virtual assistant to help teachers master new education platforms quickly.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/k-12-school-use-ai-and-automation-to-customize-lessons-and-pivot-from-in-person-to-online-classes/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

K-12 schools use AI and automation to customize lessons and pivot from in-person to online classes

Edtech company Edmentum has built a virtual assistant to help teachers master new education platforms quickly. source https://www.techrepu...
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Michael Machado, VP of product management at Salesforce talks to Bill Detwiler about Salesforce Anywhere, a new product announced at TrailheaDX 2020 designed to help companies improve workforce collaboration.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/salesforce-anywhere-isnt-just-about-collaboration-its-about-helping-people-work-better-together/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

Salesforce Anywhere isn't just about collaboration, it's about helping people work better together

Michael Machado, VP of product management at Salesforce talks to Bill Detwiler about Salesforce Anywhere, a new product announced at Trailhe...
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Along with free access to learning content, Microsoft also announced the addition of a learning app to Teams.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-and-linkedin-partner-to-help-25m-workers-gain-digital-skills/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

Microsoft and LinkedIn partner to help 25M workers gain digital skills

Along with free access to learning content, Microsoft also announced the addition of a learning app to Teams. source https://www.techrepub...
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Disengagement, forgetfulness, and fatigue are just some of the symptoms of job burnout. Tom Merritt lists the top five signs to watch for.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-signs-of-burnout/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

Top 5 signs of burnout

Disengagement, forgetfulness, and fatigue are just some of the symptoms of job burnout. Tom Merritt lists the top five signs to watch for. ...
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The more effort and energy technical staff invest upfront properly structuring and updating tickets, the more exponential the rewards later.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/it-help-desk-makeover-key-steps-to-improve-customer-satisfaction/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

IT help desk makeover: Key steps to improve customer satisfaction

The more effort and energy technical staff invest upfront properly structuring and updating tickets, the more exponential the rewards later....
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An RDP compromise provides a cybercriminal with a backdoor for ransomware and other types of malware, says security provider ESET.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-protect-your-remote-desktop-environment-from-brute-force-attacks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

How to protect your remote desktop environment from brute force attacks

An RDP compromise provides a cybercriminal with a backdoor for ransomware and other types of malware, says security provider ESET. source ...
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Mindsets and perceptions have shifted, and people are embracing change and alignment, VMware research reveals.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/modern-applications-have-helped-organizations-succeed-during-the-pandemic/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

Modern applications have helped organizations succeed during the pandemic

Mindsets and perceptions have shifted, and people are embracing change and alignment, VMware research reveals. source https://www.techrepu...
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Long-term changes are coming for tech company offices as businesses pivot to deal with the still-spreading coronavirus.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-covid-19-may-make-glitzy-tech-hubs-obsolete-within-five-years/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

How COVID-19 may make glitzy tech hubs obsolete within five years

Long-term changes are coming for tech company offices as businesses pivot to deal with the still-spreading coronavirus. source https://www...
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Depending on the organization, systems admins may find themselves as participants in other IT tasks. A little automation may help to free up valuable time to get it all done. These languages can help.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-programming-languages-for-systems-admins-to-learn/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

Top 5 programming languages for systems admins to learn

Depending on the organization, systems admins may find themselves as participants in other IT tasks. A little automation may help to free up...
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Only 18% of those hired to gather COVID-19 data are well-qualified, despite a demand to fill positions throughout the country.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/job-alert-contact-tracers-needed-now/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

Job alert: Contact tracers needed now

Only 18% of those hired to gather COVID-19 data are well-qualified, despite a demand to fill positions throughout the country. source http...
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Many companies are hampered by the use of too many security tools and the lack of specific playbooks for common attacks, says IBM Security.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-organizations-often-have-trouble-containing-cyberattacks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

Why organizations often have trouble containing cyberattacks

Many companies are hampered by the use of too many security tools and the lack of specific playbooks for common attacks, says IBM Security. ...
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Developers are some of the most in-demand employees in the enterprise, and these four hiring kits can help organizations land those critical workers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-hire-top-developer-talent/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

How to hire top developer talent

Developers are some of the most in-demand employees in the enterprise, and these four hiring kits can help organizations land those critical...
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The company wants to support organizations that prioritize technology as a mission-critical component of their work.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/aws-imagine-grants-offer-up-to-100000-in-cloud-services-to-non-profits/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

AWS Imagine Grants offer up to $100,000 in cloud services to non-profits

The company wants to support organizations that prioritize technology as a mission-critical component of their work. source https://www.te...
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Before you log into that virtual career fair portal, follow this advice from CareerBuilder to stand out in a market overrun with candidates because of the pandemic.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/unemployed-9-virtual-career-fair-tips-to-help-you-land-your-dream-job/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

Unemployed? 9 virtual career fair tips to help you land your dream job

Before you log into that virtual career fair portal, follow this advice from CareerBuilder to stand out in a market overrun with candidates ...
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New resource lists source IPs, connect-back servers, and attack flows for established campaigns and emerging threats.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/botnet-encyclopedia-helps-security-teams-analyze-suspicious-activity-in-data-centers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

Botnet Encyclopedia helps security teams analyze suspicious activity in data centers

New resource lists source IPs, connect-back servers, and attack flows for established campaigns and emerging threats. source https://www.t...
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Microsoft is rapidly evolving its Teams app on iOS and Android, as the collaboration tool embraces firstline and other mobile workers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-teams-is-different-on-desktop-ios-and-android-heres-what-you-need-to-know/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 30, 2020

Microsoft Teams is different on desktop, iOS and Android: Here's what you need to know

Microsoft is rapidly evolving its Teams app on iOS and Android, as the collaboration tool embraces firstline and other mobile workers. sou...
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Monday, June 29, 2020

While the year is more than half over, and COVID-19 has thrown plans into disarray, there are still strategic imperatives that are worth focusing on.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/3-strategic-business-focuses-for-the-remainder-of-2020/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

3 strategic business focuses for the remainder of 2020

While the year is more than half over, and COVID-19 has thrown plans into disarray, there are still strategic imperatives that are worth foc...
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Money in Excel is a free personal finance planning and reporting application that is available for certain Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscribers. We have the details.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/new-money-in-excel-template-now-available-in-microsoft-365-for-some-users/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

New Money in Excel template now available in Microsoft 365 for some users

Money in Excel is a free personal finance planning and reporting application that is available for certain Microsoft 365 Personal and Family...
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Joe Corkery, Google Cloud product management director, explains how the new API will help developers scale healthcare solutions.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/google-has-launched-a-new-healthcare-api-to-combat-covid-19/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

Google has launched a new healthcare API to combat COVID-19

Joe Corkery, Google Cloud product management director, explains how the new API will help developers scale healthcare solutions. source ht...
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Fortalice CEO and former White House CIO Theresa Payton explains why disinformation is such a potent threat.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-everyone-should-care-about-disinformation-campaigns/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

Why everyone should care about disinformation campaigns

Fortalice CEO and former White House CIO Theresa Payton explains why disinformation is such a potent threat. source https://www.techrepubl...
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Abnormal Security found a 75% increase in this type of campaign in the first three months of the year and a spike of 200% from April to May.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/2020-sees-rise-in-invoice-and-payment-fraud-bec-attacks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

2020 sees rise in invoice and payment fraud BEC attacks

Abnormal Security found a 75% increase in this type of campaign in the first three months of the year and a spike of 200% from April to May....
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Take this quick, multiple choice survey and tell us about how your company manages its data privacy.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-well-does-your-company-navigate-data-privacy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

How well does your company navigate data privacy?

Take this quick, multiple choice survey and tell us about how your company manages its data privacy. source https://www.techrepublic.com/a...
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E-mails telling you that your data has been compromised are now sometimes fake. Be careful what you click on.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/id-theft-fake-google-alerts-are-now-delivering-malware/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

ID theft: Fake Google alerts are now delivering malware

E-mails telling you that your data has been compromised are now sometimes fake. Be careful what you click on. source https://www.techrepub...
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Winners identified location-based risks, developed apps to calculate infection risk, and delivered data-driven recommendations for Los Angeles County's reopening stages.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/66-data-science-teams-worldwide-participate-in-challenge-to-beat-covid-19/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

66 data-science teams worldwide participate in challenge to beat COVID-19

Winners identified location-based risks, developed apps to calculate infection risk, and delivered data-driven recommendations for Los Angel...
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Two companies came together to create a better app for helping organizations get employees back to work after the coronavirus.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/covid-19-workplace-app-gets-an-update-to-help-get-you-back-to-the-office/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

COVID-19: Workplace app gets an update to help get you back to the office

Two companies came together to create a better app for helping organizations get employees back to work after the coronavirus. source http...
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From disinfection to disease detection, these tools can help make travel safer, according to Gartner.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/4-in-car-technologies-that-can-reduce-the-spread-of-covid-19/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

4 in-car technologies that can reduce the spread of COVID-19

From disinfection to disease detection, these tools can help make travel safer, according to Gartner. source https://www.techrepublic.com/...
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In a nine-week study of interactions with hospitalized children, ages 4 to 12, joy increased 26% and stress was reduced by 34%, according to Expper Technologies.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/emotional-support-robot-robin-headed-to-ucla-mattel-childrens-hospital/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

Emotional support robot Robin headed to UCLA Mattel Children's hospital

In a nine-week study of interactions with hospitalized children, ages 4 to 12, joy increased 26% and stress was reduced by 34%, according to...
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A global survey found few consumers trust data collection, even if it could serve social good.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/customers-dont-want-to-give-up-their-data-due-to-privacy-concerns-okta-finds/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

Customers don't want to give up their data due to privacy concerns, Okta finds

A global survey found few consumers trust data collection, even if it could serve social good. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article...
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Recovery is not likely until 2021, and retail/wholesale and services finance leaders report the strongest challenges, according to Deloitte's latest COVID-19 survey.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/operations-remain-at-or-above-80-of-pre-crisis-levels-for-72-of-cfos/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

Operations remain at or above 80% of pre-crisis levels for 72% of CFOs

Recovery is not likely until 2021, and retail/wholesale and services finance leaders report the strongest challenges, according to Deloitte...
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Drop down lists can greatly facilitate data entry. Here's a look at how to use Microsoft Excel's data validation feature to create handy lists within your worksheets.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-add-a-drop-down-list-to-an-excel-cell/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

How to add a drop down list to an Excel cell

Drop down lists can greatly facilitate data entry. Here's a look at how to use Microsoft Excel's data validation feature to create h...
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The open-source repository is unique in that most tasks can be run with only a single line of code, according to the company.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ibm-research-releases-differential-privacy-library-that-works-with-machine-learning/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

IBM Research releases differential privacy library that works with machine learning

The open-source repository is unique in that most tasks can be run with only a single line of code, according to the company. source https...
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Cybersecurity group pivots from speaking engagements and scholarships to analyzing skill gaps and connecting candidates with employers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/non-profit-launches-new-programs-to-increase-diversity-in-cybersecurity-industry/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

Non-profit launches new programs to increase diversity in cybersecurity industry

Cybersecurity group pivots from speaking engagements and scholarships to analyzing skill gaps and connecting candidates with employers. so...
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The new Edge browser will soon warn you if one of your passwords shows up in a data breach -- a feature based on an Azure service that enterprises can already use to protect user passwords.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-edge-browser-this-new-password-monitor-helps-keep-your-data-safe/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

Microsoft Edge browser: This new password monitor helps keep your data safe

The new Edge browser will soon warn you if one of your passwords shows up in a data breach -- a feature based on an Azure service that enter...
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Gartner's Tuong Nguyen weighs in on Apple's announcements at WWDC 2020, virtual conferences, and augmented reality.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/wwdc-2020-highlights-gartner-analyst-discusses-app-clips-privacy-and-more/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 29, 2020

WWDC 2020 highlights: Gartner analyst discusses App Clips, privacy, and more

Gartner's Tuong Nguyen weighs in on Apple's announcements at WWDC 2020, virtual conferences, and augmented reality. source https:/...
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Saturday, June 27, 2020

Francois Ajenstat, Chief Product Officer at Tableau, talked with Bill Detwiler about how the integration with Salesforce is going post acquisition, the product roadmap for Tableau, and how data visualizations can help respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/tableaus-roadmap-deeper-salesforce-integration-einstein-integration-and-easier-visualizations/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 27, 2020

Tableau's roadmap: Deeper Salesforce integration, Einstein integration, and easier visualizations

Francois Ajenstat, Chief Product Officer at Tableau, talked with Bill Detwiler about how the integration with Salesforce is going post acqui...
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Friday, June 26, 2020

If Safari isn't your default Mac web browser, it should be when Apple releases macOS Big Sur. Here's how Apple developers have readied the browser for adulthood and the demands of the workplace.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/safari-refinements-justify-setting-the-browser-as-default-in-macos-big-sur/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

Safari refinements justify setting the browser as default in macOS Big Sur

If Safari isn't your default Mac web browser, it should be when Apple releases macOS Big Sur. Here's how Apple developers have readi...
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As communities and businesses begin to reopen amid an ongoing pandemic contact tracing becomes the first line of defense. Leveraging location information can enhance these efforts.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/esri-geospatial-covid-19-mapping-tools-help-with-community-contact-tracing/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

Esri geospatial COVID-19 mapping tools help with community contact tracing

As communities and businesses begin to reopen amid an ongoing pandemic contact tracing becomes the first line of defense. Leveraging locatio...
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The Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act would explicitly ban police from using the technology.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/congress-proposes-ban-on-government-use-of-facial-recognition-software/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

Congress proposes ban on government use of facial recognition software

The Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act would explicitly ban police from using the technology. source https://www.t...
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Despite the growing business case for inclusion, that has not translated into solid gains within the workplace, a new survey and report find.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/perceptions-differ-on-how-the-lgbtq-community-fare-in-the-workplace/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

Perceptions differ on how the LGBTQ+ community fare in the workplace

Despite the growing business case for inclusion, that has not translated into solid gains within the workplace, a new survey and report find...
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How HR leaders should adjust their priorities for the remainder of 2020, according to new Gartner research.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/52-of-organizations-business-operations-are-being-scaled-down/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

52% of organizations' business operations are being scaled down

How HR leaders should adjust their priorities for the remainder of 2020, according to new Gartner research. source https://www.techrepubli...
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The quick-to-deploy tool is aimed at organizations that need to keep on top of employee availability during a pandemic, the company says.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/xerox-introduces-app-to-support-hybrid-workforce-needs/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

Xerox introduces app to support hybrid workforce needs

The quick-to-deploy tool is aimed at organizations that need to keep on top of employee availability during a pandemic, the company says. ...
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Coronavirus-led shutdown of key manufacturing plants in China and consumer financial concerns fuel interest in pre-owned phone sales, according to a Gartner report.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/covid-19-fuels-a-drop-in-new-smartphone-sales-an-upswing-for-recycled-phones/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

COVID-19 fuels a drop in new smartphone sales, an upswing for recycled phones

Coronavirus-led shutdown of key manufacturing plants in China and consumer financial concerns fuel interest in pre-owned phone sales, accord...
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Google's Link To Text Fragment extension offers one way to draw attention to a specific segment of text on a web page, as do these five other ways to annotate, link, and share.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/6-ways-to-link-to-or-share-text-from-a-web-page/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

6 ways to link to or share text from a web page

Google's Link To Text Fragment extension offers one way to draw attention to a specific segment of text on a web page, as do these five ...
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It's a good time to update existing policies to cover the increase in remote work and set clear expectations for employees about using social media during work hours.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/a-strong-social-media-policy-can-protect-your-brand-and-avoid-embarrassing-posts/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

A strong social media policy can protect your brand and avoid embarrassing posts

It's a good time to update existing policies to cover the increase in remote work and set clear expectations for employees about using s...
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Make sure WFH is not taking a toll on your body by getting the right chair, monitor mount, and keyboard.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/your-back-will-thank-you-if-you-make-these-8-ergonomic-fixes-to-your-home-office/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

Your back will thank you if you make these 8 ergonomic fixes to your home office

Make sure WFH is not taking a toll on your body by getting the right chair, monitor mount, and keyboard. source https://www.techrepublic.c...
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Infrastructure spending on cloud grew modestly, while other spending plummeted by 16.3%, according to a new IDC report.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cloud-spending-increased-in-q1-2020-as-covid-19-spurred-demand-for-collaboration/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

Cloud spending increased in Q1 2020, as COVID-19 spurred demand for collaboration

Infrastructure spending on cloud grew modestly, while other spending plummeted by 16.3%, according to a new IDC report. source https://www...
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The company will "reimagine" four of its existing stores, specifically ones in London, New York City, Sydney, and its Redmond campus, but those won't necessarily be retail outlets.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-to-permanently-close-virtually-all-of-its-retail-stores/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

Microsoft to permanently close all of its retail stores

The company will "reimagine" four of its existing stores, specifically ones in London, New York City, Sydney, and its Redmond camp...
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Tech companies partner with administrators to offer solutions from apps with geofencing to unique scheduling software to prime classrooms for the fall amid the pandemic.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/universities-are-using-clever-tech-solutions-to-prep-for-the-fall/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

Universities are using clever tech solutions to prep for the fall

Tech companies partner with administrators to offer solutions from apps with geofencing to unique scheduling software to prime classrooms fo...
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Cloud services are driving digital transformations, and experts say they are a game changer for delivering value to customers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/going-cloud-native-in-a-time-of-declining-it-budgets/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 26, 2020

Going cloud native in a time of declining IT budgets

Cloud services are driving digital transformations, and experts say they are a game changer for delivering value to customers. source http...
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The latest move follows Apple's decision to reclose stores in Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Arizona.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apple-reclosing-14-more-stores-in-florida-amid-spike-in-covid-19-cases/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 26, 2020

Apple reclosing 14 more stores in Florida amid spike in COVID-19 cases

The latest move follows Apple's decision to reclose stores in Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Arizona. source https://www.t...
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Thursday, June 25, 2020

Ryan Ellis, SVP of Product Management for Platform at Salesforce, talks to Bill Detwiler about how the company is helping its customers accelerate their digital transformation efforts using a low-code philosophy.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/salesforce-sees-low-code-as-a-key-way-to-drive-digital-transformation-in-a-new-normal-of-remote-work/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

Salesforce sees low-code as a key way to drive digital transformation in a new normal of remote work

Ryan Ellis, SVP of Product Management for Platform at Salesforce, talks to Bill Detwiler about how the company is helping its customers acce...
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Updating CA root SSL certificates requires updating the firmware on streaming devices, smart devices, routers, cameras, and more.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/expiring-security-certificates-may-start-shutting-down-iot-devices/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 25, 2020

Expiring security certificates may start shutting down IoT devices

Updating CA root SSL certificates requires updating the firmware on streaming devices, smart devices, routers, cameras, and more. source h...
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The company created some IoT options for companies to ensure safe workspaces for companies and employees.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/lenovo-announces-iot-business-solutions-for-the-post-pandemic-return-to-the-office/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 25, 2020

Lenovo announces IoT business solutions for the post-pandemic return to the office

The company created some IoT options for companies to ensure safe workspaces for companies and employees. source https://www.techrepublic....
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Users can create data-driven mobile and web apps to handle event scheduling, customer relationships, surveys, to-do lists, and inventory tracking, among other tasks.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/amazon-honeycode-aims-to-help-you-build-apps-without-writing-code/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 25, 2020

Amazon Honeycode aims to help you build apps without writing code

Users can create data-driven mobile and web apps to handle event scheduling, customer relationships, surveys, to-do lists, and inventory tra...
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Fans of the Star Trek captain can trade the cards that feature personal photos including his dental x-rays via a WAX Cloud Wallet.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/shatner-explores-the-world-of-blockchain-with-new-digital-trading-cards/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 25, 2020

Shatner explores the world of blockchain with new digital trading cards

Fans of the Star Trek captain can trade the cards that feature personal photos including his dental x-rays via a WAX Cloud Wallet. source ...
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More companies are using AI hiring tools in the hiring process to pinpoint premium candidates. But potential biases in these technologies have raised ethical concerns.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/inclusive-ai-are-ai-hiring-tools-hurting-corporate-diversity/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 25, 2020

Inclusive AI: Are AI hiring tools hurting corporate diversity?

More companies are using AI hiring tools in the hiring process to pinpoint premium candidates. But potential biases in these technologies ha...
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A KPMG survey also found that baby boomers were more to allow employers to take their temperature, compared to Gen X and millennials.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/most-americans-are-willing-to-forego-personal-data-privacy-to-combat-the-spread-of-covid-19/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 25, 2020

Most Americans are willing to forego personal data privacy to combat the spread of COVID-19

A KPMG survey also found that baby boomers were more to allow employers to take their temperature, compared to Gen X and millennials. sour...
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Handing the platform run by Databricks to the vendor-neutral foundation will speed growth, the organizations say.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/machine-learning-platform-mlflow-joins-the-linux-foundation/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 25, 2020

Machine learning platform MLflow joins the Linux Foundation

Handing the platform run by Databricks to the vendor-neutral foundation will speed growth, the organizations say. source https://www.techr...
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Implementing a pandemic response policy prepares companies for a second wave of COVID-19, or future pandemic.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-prepare-your-organization-for-a-global-pandemic/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 25, 2020

How to prepare your organization for a global pandemic

Implementing a pandemic response policy prepares companies for a second wave of COVID-19, or future pandemic. source https://www.techrepub...
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Jack Wallen interviews Minds CEO Bill Ottman and concludes that Minds could be that social media platform we're looking for.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/is-minds-the-social-networking-site-weve-been-waiting-for/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

Is Minds the social networking site we've been waiting for?

Jack Wallen interviews Minds CEO Bill Ottman and concludes that Minds could be that social media platform we're looking for. source ht...
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Emails with fake COVID-19 training materials are trying to trick employees into sharing their Microsoft credentials, says Check Point Research.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/phishing-attacks-target-workers-returning-to-the-office/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

Phishing attacks target workers returning to the office

Emails with fake COVID-19 training materials are trying to trick employees into sharing their Microsoft credentials, says Check Point Resear...
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Your credit card is worth around $33, your driver's license around $27, and your PayPal account around $42, according to Reviews.org.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-your-personal-identity-and-data-are-worth-on-the-dark-web/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

What your personal identity and data are worth on the Dark Web

Your credit card is worth around $33, your driver's license around $27, and your PayPal account around $42, according to Reviews.org. ...
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Rather than inventing a new safety application, the university is utilizing the full potential of its existing technical systems to ensure student privacy.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/uofl-using-it-know-how-and-lots-of-tech-to-prep-campus-for-the-fall-amid-pandemic/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

UofL using IT know-how and lots of tech to prep campus for the fall amid pandemic

Rather than inventing a new safety application, the university is utilizing the full potential of its existing technical systems to ensure s...
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Analysis of FBI data found that nearly $2 billion was stolen from US victims in 2019 just from business email compromise.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/fbi-online-crimes-increasing-in-florida-california-texas-ohio-and-new-york/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

FBI: Online crimes increasing in Florida, California, Texas, Ohio, and New York

Analysis of FBI data found that nearly $2 billion was stolen from US victims in 2019 just from business email compromise. source https://w...
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The season begins July 3 and AWS will help the league roll out six new sets of real-time data.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/amazon-partners-with-formula-1-for-new-2020-racing-performance-stats/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

Amazon partners with Formula 1 for new 2020 racing performance stats

The season begins July 3 and AWS will help the league roll out six new sets of real-time data. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article...
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As of the first quarter of 2020, more than 63.6 million 5G connections were active throughout the world, according to 5G Americas.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/5g-rollouts-grow-amid-covid-19-crisis/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

5G rollouts grow amid COVID-19 crisis

As of the first quarter of 2020, more than 63.6 million 5G connections were active throughout the world, according to 5G Americas. source ...
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The toolkit can help data scientists and policy makers understand COVID-19 data in real time, the company says.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ibms-new-covid-notebooks-offer-an-open-source-toolkit-to-analyze-covid-19-data/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

IBM's new COVID notebooks offer an open-source toolkit to analyze COVID-19 data

The toolkit can help data scientists and policy makers understand COVID-19 data in real time, the company says. source https://www.techrep...
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Some 67% of all malware seen in the first quarter was delivered via HTTPS, according to security firm WatchGuard Technologies.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-organizations-should-consider-https-inspection-to-find-encrypted-malware/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

Why organizations should consider HTTPS inspection to find encrypted malware

Some 67% of all malware seen in the first quarter was delivered via HTTPS, according to security firm WatchGuard Technologies. source http...
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The company found people learned faster and better in a VR environment that included strong emotions and a safe place to make mistakes.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/pwc-finds-that-virtual-reality-is-the-best-place-to-practice-difficult-conversations-at-work/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

PwC finds that virtual reality is the best place to practice difficult conversations at work

The company found people learned faster and better in a VR environment that included strong emotions and a safe place to make mistakes. so...
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Police in Detroit have admitted that they mistakenly arrested a Black man because of facial recognition software they were using.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/detroit-police-admit-to-first-facial-recognition-mistake-after-false-arrest/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

Detroit police admit to first facial recognition mistake after false arrest

Police in Detroit have admitted that they mistakenly arrested a Black man because of facial recognition software they were using. source h...
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The products aim to boost collaboration and communication among the newly adapted remote workforce.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/salesforce-introduces-anywhere-app-and-employee-service-solution-at-trailheadx-2020/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

Salesforce introduces Anywhere app and employee service solution at TrailheaDX 2020

The products aim to boost collaboration and communication among the newly adapted remote workforce. source https://www.techrepublic.com/ar...
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Slack Connect lets companies chat with up to 20 other external organizations, instantaneously and securely.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/slack-wants-to-replace-email-and-thinks-this-new-tool-can-finally-make-it-happen/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 25, 2020

Slack wants to replace email, and thinks this new tool can finally make it happen

Slack Connect lets companies chat with up to 20 other external organizations, instantaneously and securely. source https://www.techrepubli...
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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Hello World, from Apple's macOS 11! This Big Sur guide covers everything you need to know, including features, requirements, and where to get the newest release in the macOS line.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/macos-big-sur-a-cheat-sheet/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

macOS Big Sur: A cheat sheet

Hello World, from Apple's macOS 11! This Big Sur guide covers everything you need to know, including features, requirements, and where t...
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A new set of developer productivity tools from Salesforce is designed to help coders working remotely build applications more quickly and at scale.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/salesforce-announces-developer-productivity-tools-built-for-coders-working-remotely/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Salesforce announces developer productivity tools built for coders working remotely

A new set of developer productivity tools from Salesforce is designed to help coders working remotely build applications more quickly and at...
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Commentary: Steven Sinofsky knows what it's like to ship code at scale, which is why he's perfect to call out Apple for "some of the most remarkable product engineering...in history."

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apples-product-engineering-is-unprecedented-says-this-former-windows-exec/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Apple's product engineering is unprecedented, says this former Windows exec

Commentary: Steven Sinofsky knows what it's like to ship code at scale, which is why he's perfect to call out Apple for "some o...
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Apple stores in Texas, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Arizona are temporarily closing again as the coronavirus reasserts itself.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apple-re-closing-several-stores-in-us-due-to-covid-19-spikes/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Apple re-closing several stores in US due to COVID-19 spikes, including seven in Texas

Apple stores in Texas, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Arizona are temporarily closing again as the coronavirus reasserts itsel...
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Tracking and maintaining assets is much easier if your field service workers have the digital tools and data they need.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-digitalization-is-helping-those-who-work-in-field-service/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

How digitalization is helping those who work in field service

Tracking and maintaining assets is much easier if your field service workers have the digital tools and data they need. source https://www...
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Data from Descartes Labs reveals mobility is greater than 80% of the pre-COVID baseline in most states.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/travel-is-making-a-comeback-just-not-by-plane/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Travel is making a comeback–just not by plane

Data from Descartes Labs reveals mobility is greater than 80% of the pre-COVID baseline in most states. source https://www.techrepublic.co...
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Many technology leaders are shifting from executing projects, to launching IT products. Here's why this could be a major benefit to your organization.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-shift-from-a-project-to-a-product-mindset/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

How to shift from a project to a product mindset

Many technology leaders are shifting from executing projects, to launching IT products. Here's why this could be a major benefit to your...
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If you browse a lot, you might want to make use of these two easy methods for returning to where you started in Microsoft Word.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/two-ways-to-return-to-where-you-last-were-in-a-microsoft-word-document/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Two ways to return to where you last were in a Microsoft Word document

If you browse a lot, you might want to make use of these two easy methods for returning to where you started in Microsoft Word. source htt...
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Relay promises to automate key processes from a range of cloud-based apps and services, including GitHub, Datadog, Jira, Terraform, and Slack.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/puppet-launches-public-beta-of-relay-tool-to-automate-devops-tasks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Puppet launches public beta of Relay tool to automate DevOps tasks

Relay promises to automate key processes from a range of cloud-based apps and services, including GitHub, Datadog, Jira, Terraform, and Slac...
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Tech career platform Dice highlighted how data engineers and cybersecurity experts are in high demand.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/amazon-apple-wells-fargo-fueling-tech-hiring-resurgence-after-coronavirus-economic-damage/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Amazon, Apple, Wells Fargo fueling tech hiring resurgence after coronavirus economic damage

Tech career platform Dice highlighted how data engineers and cybersecurity experts are in high demand. source https://www.techrepublic.com...
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IT pros revealed widespread remote work garnered challenges and security concerns, according to a recent Sectigo survey.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/increase-in-productivity-and-risk-since-the-covid-19-lockdown/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Increase in productivity—and risk—since the COVID-19 lockdown

IT pros revealed widespread remote work garnered challenges and security concerns, according to a recent Sectigo survey. source https://ww...
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Now in general availability, the new analytics tool for use with the Delta Lake schema could make unwieldy data lakes a thing of the past.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/databricks-delta-engine-promises-8-times-the-speed-of-apache-spark/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Databricks' Delta Engine promises 8 times the speed of Apache Spark

Now in general availability, the new analytics tool for use with the Delta Lake schema could make unwieldy data lakes a thing of the past. ...
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Each stop on the Check Your Blind Spots tour allows professionals to use virtual reality and gamification to learn about hidden biases in the workplace.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-a-traveling-bus-uses-tech-to-tear-down-unconscious-bias/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

How a traveling bus uses tech to tear down unconscious bias

Each stop on the Check Your Blind Spots tour allows professionals to use virtual reality and gamification to learn about hidden biases in th...
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Members of a cybersecurity team decided to hit the pavement and the results are pretty incredible.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-a-walk-and-talk-meeting-can-lead-to-healthier-happier-employees/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Why a walk-and-talk meeting can lead to healthier, happier employees

Members of a cybersecurity team decided to hit the pavement and the results are pretty incredible. source https://www.techrepublic.com/art...
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The five-day summit underway this week includes sessions on Black Lives Matter and the COVID-19 pandemic and is highlighting the need for more LGBTQ people to work in technology.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/lesbians-who-tech-summit-addressing-issues-beyond-technology/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Lesbians Who Tech Summit addressing issues beyond technology

The five-day summit underway this week includes sessions on Black Lives Matter and the COVID-19 pandemic and is highlighting the need for mo...
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The latest iteration of Nextcloud is out and Jack Wallen walks you through installing this on-premises cloud platform on Ubuntu Server 20.04.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-install-nextcloud-19-on-ubuntu-server-20-04/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

How to install Nextcloud 19 on Ubuntu Server 20.04

The latest iteration of Nextcloud is out and Jack Wallen walks you through installing this on-premises cloud platform on Ubuntu Server 20.04...
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The coronavirus pandemic completely altered the way of work, changing the landscape for hiring and daily business operations, Mind Edge and Skye Learning found.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/80-of-organizations-did-not-have-a-remote-work-program-before-covid-19/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

80% of organizations did not have a remote work program before COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic completely altered the way of work, changing the landscape for hiring and daily business operations, Mind Edge and ...
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Android 11 beta has been out for a while and it offers a number of new features and improvements. Jack Wallen offers up his take on why this might be the best yet for users.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/android-11-puts-some-serious-and-subtle-polish-on-the-platform/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Android 11 puts some serious (and subtle) polish on the platform

Android 11 beta has been out for a while and it offers a number of new features and improvements. Jack Wallen offers up his take on why this...
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IT staffers have grappled with such user issues as password lockouts and an inability to access internal apps, says Hitachi ID.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-it-teams-have-been-challenged-by-the-shift-to-remote-working/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

How IT teams have been challenged by the shift to remote working

IT staffers have grappled with such user issues as password lockouts and an inability to access internal apps, says Hitachi ID. source htt...
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Spending on cybersecurity technology rose last quarter but will dip this year due to budgetary constraints, says Canalys.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cybersecurity-market-grows-but-faces-pressure-amid-shrinking-it-budgets/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Cybersecurity market grows but faces pressure amid shrinking IT budgets

Spending on cybersecurity technology rose last quarter but will dip this year due to budgetary constraints, says Canalys. source https://w...
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A new set of offerings by Cambium Networks includes products, programs, and tools to help enterprises bring Wi-Fi 6 technology to customers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/new-tech-and-wi-fi-6-tools-aim-to-make-high-speed-internet-more-accessible/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

New tech and Wi-Fi 6 tools aim to make high-speed internet more accessible

A new set of offerings by Cambium Networks includes products, programs, and tools to help enterprises bring Wi-Fi 6 technology to customers....
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Microsoft Teams use grew 894%, while Zoom's grew 677%, between Feb. 17 to June 14, according to data from Aternity.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/zoom-losing-to-teams-in-the-video-conference-race-to-the-top/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Zoom losing to Teams in the video conference race to the top

Microsoft Teams use grew 894%, while Zoom's grew 677%, between Feb. 17 to June 14, according to data from Aternity. source https://www...
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Real-world projects taught by industry leaders help fourth-graders understand AI in an innovative way, an alternative to cranking out a learn-to-code factory.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/teaching-ai-to-fourth-graders-is-a-thing-now/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 24, 2020

Teaching AI to fourth-graders is a thing now

Real-world projects taught by industry leaders help fourth-graders understand AI in an innovative way, an alternative to cranking out a lear...
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Tuesday, June 23, 2020

87% of global IT decision makers agree the COVID-19 pandemic will push organizations to accelerate cloud migrations, according to LogicMonitor's Cloud 2025 new study.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/covid-19-has-become-a-powerful-catalyst-for-rapid-cloud-migration/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 23, 2020

COVID-19 has become a powerful catalyst for rapid cloud migration

87% of global IT decision makers agree the COVID-19 pandemic will push organizations to accelerate cloud migrations, according to LogicMonit...
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With many Apple stores still closed around the world, what are your options for fixing a broken iPhone?

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-repair-your-iphone-with-apple-retail-stores-closed-due-to-coronavirus/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 23, 2020

How to repair your iPhone amid the coronavirus lockdown

With many Apple stores still closed around the world, what are your options for fixing a broken iPhone? source https://www.techrepublic.co...
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HPE's new products take into account the current tight financial times with an emphasis on using existing infrastructure and limiting additional costs.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/hpe-moves-closer-to-everything-as-a-service-with-ezmeral-and-expanded-greenlake-cloud-services/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 23, 2020

HPE moves closer to everything-as-a-service with Ezmeral and expanded GreenLake cloud services

HPE's new products take into account the current tight financial times with an emphasis on using existing infrastructure and limiting ad...
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Sébastien Louradour of the World Economic Forum explains how tech can help solve the COVID-19 pandemic.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/technology-might-be-the-key-to-fighting-the-coronavirus/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 23, 2020

Technology might be the key to fighting the coronavirus

Sébastien Louradour of the World Economic Forum explains how tech can help solve the COVID-19 pandemic. source https://www.techrepublic.co...
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Ditching Intel in favor of in-house chips is a big move, but Apple has already built tools to make the transition easier.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apple-silicon-why-developers-dont-need-to-worry-about-this-transition/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 23, 2020

Apple silicon: Why developers don't need to worry about this transition

Ditching Intel in favor of in-house chips is a big move, but Apple has already built tools to make the transition easier. source https://w...
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Speed, quality, trust, and adaptability are just some of the ways DevOps improve business operations. Tom Merritt lists five benefits of DevOps.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-benefits-of-devops/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 23, 2020

Top 5 benefits of DevOps

Speed, quality, trust, and adaptability are just some of the ways DevOps improve business operations. Tom Merritt lists five benefits of Dev...
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As popular and robust as these tools and platforms have become, low-code/no-code is not going to replace professional developers anytime soon, experts say.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/is-low-codeno-code-the-future-of-application-development/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 23, 2020

Is low-code/no-code the future of application development?

As popular and robust as these tools and platforms have become, low-code/no-code is not going to replace professional developers anytime soo...
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Bad actors have flooded the enterprise with coronavirus-related attacks, but professionals working from home have other worries, Unisys Security found.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/only-31-of-americans-concerned-with-data-security-despite-400-rise-in-cyberattacks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 23, 2020

Only 31% of Americans concerned with data security, despite 400% rise in cyberattacks

Bad actors have flooded the enterprise with coronavirus-related attacks, but professionals working from home have other worries, Unisys Secu...
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File sharing, remote work, and vulnerable employees are leaving company networks open to potential cyberattack

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/shadow-it-its-a-bigger-threat-than-you-think/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 23, 2020

Shadow IT: It's a bigger threat than you think

File sharing, remote work, and vulnerable employees are leaving company networks open to potential cyberattack source https://www.techrepu...
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Organizations are betting on artificial intelligence to help them stay resilient, increase efficiencies, and innovate, Appen Limited's 2020 State of AI report finds.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ai-continues-to-flourish-in-business-despite-the-pandemic-and-a-turbulent-economy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 23, 2020

AI continues to flourish in business despite the pandemic and a turbulent economy

Organizations are betting on artificial intelligence to help them stay resilient, increase efficiencies, and innovate, Appen Limited's 2...
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Dell Technologies has a new line of gear built for gamers and desktop users.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/dell-announces-new-alienware-keyboard-and-slate-of-monitors-laptops/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 23, 2020

Dell announces new Alienware keyboard and slate of monitors, laptops

Dell Technologies has a new line of gear built for gamers and desktop users. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/dell-announces-ne...
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Looking to develop and consume your own custom APIs? Strapi might be the tool for you. Learn how to quickly spin up this developer-centric CMS tool.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-install-the-strapi-node-js-headless-cms/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 23, 2020

How to install the Strapi Node.js headless CMS

Looking to develop and consume your own custom APIs? Strapi might be the tool for you. Learn how to quickly spin up this developer-centric C...
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According to the CEO, the website will now highlight businesses run by women and minorities in company profiles.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/crunchbase-adding-diversity-spotlight-data-to-listings/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 23, 2020

Crunchbase adding diversity spotlight data to listings

According to the CEO, the website will now highlight businesses run by women and minorities in company profiles. source https://www.techre...
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The platform uses light pulses and machine learning to determine how many people are in a public space and to help enforce social distancing.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/airports-use-lidar-to-make-sure-travelers-stay-six-feet-apart/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 23, 2020

Airports use LiDAR to make sure travelers stay 6 feet apart

The platform uses light pulses and machine learning to determine how many people are in a public space and to help enforce social distancing...
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Dell XPS 13 Developer Edition laptop is the first system available on the market with Ubuntu 20.04 LTS pre-installed.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/dells-top-developer-laptop-now-comes-with-ubuntu-20-04-out-of-the-box/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 23, 2020

Dell's top developer laptop now comes with Ubuntu 20.04 out of the box

Dell XPS 13 Developer Edition laptop is the first system available on the market with Ubuntu 20.04 LTS pre-installed. source https://www.t...
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Keeping devices charged is crucial, even when working from home. These 7 items, with built in charging capabilities, will ensure you never run out of power.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/furniture-for-the-home-or-the-office-with-unexpected-usb-ports/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 23, 2020

Furniture for the home or the office with unexpected USB ports

Keeping devices charged is crucial, even when working from home. These 7 items, with built in charging capabilities, will ensure you never r...
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Einstein Recommendations for Trailhead will bring Salesforce's AI software to the company's online learning platform.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/salesforce-adds-einstein-ai-to-trailhead-online-learning-platform/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 23, 2020

Salesforce adds Einstein AI to Trailhead online learning platform

Einstein Recommendations for Trailhead will bring Salesforce's AI software to the company's online learning platform. source https...
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IT leaders feel the pain of misconfigured tools in remote work environments, according to Virtana.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/manual-processes-stall-cloud-migration-projects/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 23, 2020

Manual processes stall cloud migration projects

IT leaders feel the pain of misconfigured tools in remote work environments, according to Virtana. source https://www.techrepublic.com/art...
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While a global survey shows overall excitement over 5G cellular communication, the US has been slower to get on board, according to Atomik Research.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/report-the-hype-around-5g-should-be-taken-seriously/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 23, 2020

Report: The hype around 5G should be taken seriously

While a global survey shows overall excitement over 5G cellular communication, the US has been slower to get on board, according to Atomik R...
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Monday, June 22, 2020

As the workplace has been upended by COVID-19, it is imperative for US businesses to make smart investments in video applications, according to a new report.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/report-video-apps-are-a-critical-part-of-the-new-normal-workplace/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

Report: Video apps are a critical part of the "new normal" workplace

As the workplace has been upended by COVID-19, it is imperative for US businesses to make smart investments in video applications, according...
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Automatic handwashing detection and watch face sharing are two of the new features on watchOS 7 coming out this fall.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/wwdc-2020-watchos7-gets-a-makeover-with-new-personalization-health-sleep-and-fitness-for-apple-watch/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

WWDC 2020: watchOS 7 gets a makeover with new personalization, health, sleep and fitness for Apple Watch

Automatic handwashing detection and watch face sharing are two of the new features on watchOS 7 coming out this fall. source https://www.t...
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Windows 10 Game Mode can devote considerably more resources to any application, not just games. But only if you follow the proper steps to activate and apply it.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/get-better-performance-out-your-productivity-apps-with-windows-10-game-mode/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

Get better performance out your productivity apps with Windows 10 Game Mode

Windows 10 Game Mode can devote considerably more resources to any application, not just games. But only if you follow the proper steps to a...
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Apple unveiled iOS 14 at its WWDC 2020 event. The latest version of iOS will bring many new features and enhancements to iPhone and iPod touch devices later this year.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apple-ios-14-a-cheat-sheet/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

Apple iOS 14: A cheat sheet

Apple unveiled iOS 14 at its WWDC 2020 event. The latest version of iOS will bring many new features and enhancements to iPhone and iPod tou...
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Land a high-paying career in project management with this training bundle.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/become-an-in-demand-project-manager-with-these-training-courses/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 22, 2020

Become an in-demand project manager with these training courses

Land a high-paying career in project management with this training bundle. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/become-an-in-demand...
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Amazon, TikTok, and Facebook are among the top companies where new graduates want to work right now, according to Glassdoor.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/over-3-in-5-entry-level-jobs-have-been-lost-since-covid-19-pandemic/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

Over 3 in 5 entry-level jobs have been lost since COVID-19 pandemic

Amazon, TikTok, and Facebook are among the top companies where new graduates want to work right now, according to Glassdoor. source https:...
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Apple announced a wide spectrum of new updates at its annual WWDC kickoff event. One of the more interesting announcements included Apple's Universal Quick Start program.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/wwdc-2020-apple-announces-universal-quick-start-program/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

WWDC 2020: Apple announces Universal Quick Start program for developers

Apple announced a wide spectrum of new updates at its annual WWDC kickoff event. One of the more interesting announcements included Apple...
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Apple's OS for iPad includes several features that make it easier to use the iPad as a laptop replacement. Here's what you need to know about iPadOS.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apple-ipados-a-cheat-sheet/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

Apple iPadOS: A cheat sheet

Apple's OS for iPad includes several features that make it easier to use the iPad as a laptop replacement. Here's what you need to k...
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Google has made subtle changes to how you share files with Drive. Jack Wallen demonstrates the new process.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-the-new-google-drive-sharing-options/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 22, 2020

How to use the new Google Drive sharing options

Google has made subtle changes to how you share files with Drive. Jack Wallen demonstrates the new process. source https://www.techrepubli...
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Apple revealed a slew of new updates at its annual WWDC kickoff event. From widgets to new translation features, there is plenty to enjoy.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/wwdc-2020-top-new-ios14-features-designed-with-business-professionals-in-mind/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

WWDC 2020: Top new iOS14 features designed with business professionals in mind

Apple revealed a slew of new updates at its annual WWDC kickoff event. From widgets to new translation features, there is plenty to enjoy. ...
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Big brands from a wide swath of industries are looking to fill long-term posts, according to Flexjobs.com.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/18-companies-now-hiring-remote-workers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 22, 2020

18 companies now hiring remote workers

Big brands from a wide swath of industries are looking to fill long-term posts, according to Flexjobs.com. source https://www.techrepublic...
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Siri, Apple's personal digital assistant, uses machine learning and natural speech to answer questions, return relevant search information, perform actions, and more. Here's the lowdown on Siri.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apples-siri-the-smart-persons-guide/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

Apple's Siri: A cheat sheet

Siri, Apple's personal digital assistant, uses machine learning and natural speech to answer questions, return relevant search informati...
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Apple announced iOS 14, iPadOS 14 and updates to everything from Siri and Messages at the virtual version of the Worldwide Developers Conference.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/wwdc-2020-ios-14-ipados-14-apple-watch-and-everything-business-pros-need-to-know/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

WWDC 2020: iOS 14, iPadOS 14, Apple Watch and everything business pros need to know

Apple announced iOS 14, iPadOS 14 and updates to everything from Siri and Messages at the virtual version of the Worldwide Developers Confer...
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Drop down lists can greatly facilitate data entry. Here's a look at how to use Microsoft Excel's data validation feature to create handy lists within your worksheets.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-add-a-drop-down-list-to-an-excel-cell/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 22, 2020

How to add a drop down list to an Excel cell

Drop down lists can greatly facilitate data entry. Here's a look at how to use Microsoft Excel's data validation feature to create h...
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Targeting the CEO and others in an organization, the attacks spotted by cybersecurity firm Darktrace were detected due to artificial intelligence.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/phishing-attacks-impersonate-quickbooks-invoices-ahead-of-july-15-tax-deadline/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

Phishing attacks impersonate QuickBooks invoices ahead of July 15 tax deadline

Targeting the CEO and others in an organization, the attacks spotted by cybersecurity firm Darktrace were detected due to artificial intelli...
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Billions of people have had their information stolen online, and Visa is hoping its new AI solution will help banks handle fraudulent accounts.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/visa-unveils-ai-tool-to-help-stop-digital-identity-fraud/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

Visa unveils AI tool to help stop digital identity fraud

Billions of people have had their information stolen online, and Visa is hoping its new AI solution will help banks handle fraudulent accoun...
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Akron, Ohio's Blimps bonus currency could drive business, helping with recovery as stores reopen after coronavirus.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/bitcoin-for-local-businesses-launches-in-akron/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

Bitcoin for local businesses launches in Akron

Akron, Ohio's Blimps bonus currency could drive business, helping with recovery as stores reopen after coronavirus. source https://www...
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Artificial intelligence systems have become increasingly well-adapted to a host of basic board games. Now, DeepMind is hoping to teach agents the art of collaboration using Diplomacy.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/deepmind-sets-ai-loose-on-diplomacy-board-game-and-collaboration-is-key/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

DeepMind sets AI loose on Diplomacy board game, and collaboration is key

Artificial intelligence systems have become increasingly well-adapted to a host of basic board games. Now, DeepMind is hoping to teach agent...
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A workforce that was rushed out of the office due to COVID-19 equates to opportunities for cybercriminals, an IBM report finds.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/employees-new-to-working-remotely-are-a-security-risk/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

Employees new to working remotely are a security risk

A workforce that was rushed out of the office due to COVID-19 equates to opportunities for cybercriminals, an IBM report finds. source htt...
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Microsoft is bringing OpenCL and OpenGL support to DirectX, for both Windows and Windows Subsystem for Linux, enabling machine learning and data parallel computing in everyday business applications.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-10-pcs-why-the-new-key-to-faster-desktop-applications-is-your-gpu/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 22, 2020

Windows 10 PCs: Why the new key to faster desktop applications is your GPU

Microsoft is bringing OpenCL and OpenGL support to DirectX, for both Windows and Windows Subsystem for Linux, enabling machine learning and ...
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Sunday, June 21, 2020

For Salesforce, taking TrailheaDX digital is about more than just keeping the event going, the company wants to make TDX a better, more inclusive, and more meaningful tech event.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-salesforce-plans-to-make-virtual-trailheadx-2020-a-better-more-meaningful-tech-conference/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 21, 2020

How Salesforce plans to make virtual TrailheaDX 2020 a better, more meaningful tech conference

For Salesforce, taking TrailheaDX digital is about more than just keeping the event going, the company wants to make TDX a better, more incl...
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Saturday, June 20, 2020

At WWDC 2020, Apple might give business users and developers the features they want most in the next iPhone. Erik Eckel shares his iPhone 12 wish list.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/iphone-12-the-3-new-things-business-pros-need/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 20, 2020

iPhone 12: The 3 new things business pros need

At WWDC 2020, Apple might give business users and developers the features they want most in the next iPhone. Erik Eckel shares his iPhone 12...
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Friday, June 19, 2020

Drones are excellent for collecting information from above. But finding a way to store that data is more of a challenge.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-manage-your-unstructured-drone-collected-data/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 19, 2020

How to manage your unstructured drone-collected data

Drones are excellent for collecting information from above. But finding a way to store that data is more of a challenge. source https://ww...
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Apple stores in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Arizona are temporarily closing again as the coronavirus reasserts itself.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apple-re-closing-several-stores-in-us-due-to-covid-19-spikes/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 19, 2020

Apple re-closing several stores in US due to COVID-19 spikes

Apple stores in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Arizona are temporarily closing again as the coronavirus reasserts itself. so...
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A formal eLearning policy can encourage employees to develop new skills and serve as a recruiting tool to attract new team members.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/make-online-learning-a-priority-to-increase-your-companys-competitive-edge/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 19, 2020

Make online learning a priority to increase your company's competitive edge

A formal eLearning policy can encourage employees to develop new skills and serve as a recruiting tool to attract new team members. source...
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Remote work relies on collaboration tools for business communication, however, companies must ensure employees conduct meetings safely and appropriately.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-conduct-professional-video-conferences/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 19, 2020

How to conduct professional video conferences

Remote work relies on collaboration tools for business communication, however, companies must ensure employees conduct meetings safely and a...
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Companies need to look for PII across all corporate data silos and consider building an automated system to respond to requests from consumers, experts say.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ccpa-how-to-prepare-for-californias-new-privacy-law-before-enforcement-starts-july-1/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 19, 2020

CCPA: How to prepare for California's new privacy law before enforcement starts July 1

Companies need to look for PII across all corporate data silos and consider building an automated system to respond to requests from consume...
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We don't wave when walking out of a business meeting in person. Here's why we do this and other somewhat weird habits that have emerged on video conferencing calls.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-do-we-feel-compelled-to-wave-goodbye-on-zoom/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 19, 2020

Why do we feel compelled to wave goodbye on Zoom?

We don't wave when walking out of a business meeting in person. Here's why we do this and other somewhat weird habits that have emer...
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Those polled by Nordlocker also use cloud services, messaging apps, and external drives to share files.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/many-people-using-email-to-share-files-despite-lack-of-security/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 19, 2020

Many people using email to share files despite lack of security

Those polled by Nordlocker also use cloud services, messaging apps, and external drives to share files. source https://www.techrepublic.co...
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Open source and available to everyone on GitHub, the tool standardizes source code analysis for 16 languages.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/githubs-new-super-linter-could-make-inconsistent-code-a-thing-of-the-past/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 19, 2020

GitHub's new "super linter" could make inconsistent code a thing of the past

Open source and available to everyone on GitHub, the tool standardizes source code analysis for 16 languages. source https://www.techrepub...
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Ditas Katague, director of California Complete Count, explains why the US census matters and how tech can help every voice be counted.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/census-tech-how-to-count-every-person/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 19, 2020

Census tech: How to count every person

Ditas Katague, director of California Complete Count, explains why the US census matters and how tech can help every voice be counted. sou...
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The new device boasts a quantum volume of 64, double that of the industry alternative, the company says.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/honeywell-claims-to-surpass-ibm-with-the-worlds-fastest-quantum-computer/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 19, 2020

Honeywell claims to surpass IBM with the world's fastest quantum computer

The new device boasts a quantum volume of 64, double that of the industry alternative, the company says. source https://www.techrepublic.c...
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Windows Insider builds are shifting from the current Ring model to a new Channel model in an attempt to make the process less confusing.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-microsoft-is-changing-its-windows-insider-program/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 19, 2020

How Microsoft is changing its Windows Insider program

Windows Insider builds are shifting from the current Ring model to a new Channel model in an attempt to make the process less confusing. s...
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Whonix is a Linux desktop dedicated to absolute security and privacy. Find out how to use this unique take on the desktop operating system.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-the-whonix-advanced-security-and-privacy-distribution/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 19, 2020

How to use the Whonix advanced security and privacy distribution

Whonix is a Linux desktop dedicated to absolute security and privacy. Find out how to use this unique take on the desktop operating system. ...
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Thursday, June 18, 2020

Game makers are innovating with blockchain to address the risks involved with online purchasing and to create new use cases.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/atari-ceo-touts-future-of-blockchain-in-gaming/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

Atari CEO touts future of blockchain in gaming

Game makers are innovating with blockchain to address the risks involved with online purchasing and to create new use cases. source https:...
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HR leaders use language analysis to rewrite job descriptions and an interview scorecard to level the playing field for all candidates.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/gender-decoder-and-blind-resumes-how-to-remove-bias-in-your-hiring-process/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

Gender Decoder and blind resumes: How to remove bias in your hiring process

HR leaders use language analysis to rewrite job descriptions and an interview scorecard to level the playing field for all candidates. sou...
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Data discovery company Looker says the block helps structure data about the pandemic and makes it accessible and easy to use so decisions can be made.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/a-covid-19-data-block-lets-organizations-make-sense-of-ever-changing-data/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

A COVID-19 data block lets organizations make sense of ever-changing data

Data discovery company Looker says the block helps structure data about the pandemic and makes it accessible and easy to use so decisions ca...
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When factories, notably in China, shuttered during the COVID-19 pandemic, products the US relied on were impacted. Here's how experts see a return to "Made in America" and the incumbent risks.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cybersecurity-risks-in-a-possible-us-manufacturing-resurgence/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

Cybersecurity risks in a possible US manufacturing resurgence

When factories, notably in China, shuttered during the COVID-19 pandemic, products the US relied on were impacted. Here's how experts se...
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The phishing email leads recipients to a phony BOA landing page in an attempt to steal their banking credentials, according to Armorblox.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/credential-phishing-attack-impersonates-bank-of-america/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

Credential phishing attack impersonates Bank of America

The phishing email leads recipients to a phony BOA landing page in an attempt to steal their banking credentials, according to Armorblox. ...
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Hard drives, flash drives, genetic drives? Hyunjun Park, co-founder and CEO of Catalog, explains how human DNA can be used to safeguard data.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/dna-the-next-data-storage-revolution/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

DNA: The next data storage revolution

Hard drives, flash drives, genetic drives? Hyunjun Park, co-founder and CEO of Catalog, explains how human DNA can be used to safeguard data...
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If you're looking to deploy a Network Attached Storage solution, look no further than XigmaNAS. Learn how to get it up and running.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-quickly-spin-up-a-xigmanas-storage-server/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 18, 2020

How to quickly spin up a XigmaNAS storage server

If you're looking to deploy a Network Attached Storage solution, look no further than XigmaNAS. Learn how to get it up and running. so...
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Due to the coronavirus, your company might need to create, revise, or implement policies for remote work, travel, business continuity, and disaster recovery. Download these helpful resources.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/coronavirus-critical-it-policies-and-tools-every-business-needs/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 18, 2020

Coronavirus: Critical IT policies and tools every business needs

Due to the coronavirus, your company might need to create, revise, or implement policies for remote work, travel, business continuity, and d...
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Face masks don't have to be boring. Check out these face masks for fans of space, Star Wars, superheroes, gaming, Star Trek, and more.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/12-geeky-face-masks-for-gamers-techies-and-more/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

12 geeky face masks for gamers, techies, and more

Face masks don't have to be boring. Check out these face masks for fans of space, Star Wars, superheroes, gaming, Star Trek, and more. ...
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Originally planned for premium accounts only, Zoom will now offer optional E2EE to all account holders.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/zoom-changes-course-on-end-to-end-encryption-and-offers-it-free-to-everyone/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

Zoom changes course on end-to-end encryption and offers it free to everyone

Originally planned for premium accounts only, Zoom will now offer optional E2EE to all account holders. source https://www.techrepublic.co...
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A remote USB function in a software provider's code has been found to contain a significant vulnerability. Learn more about what it entails and how you should protect your systems.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/fabulatech-usb-device-vulnerability-exposes-devices-to-risk/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

FabulaTech USB device vulnerability exposes devices to risk

A remote USB function in a software provider's code has been found to contain a significant vulnerability. Learn more about what it enta...
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Although a robust mobile strategy is critical to most organizations, 76% of developers are automating fewer than half of their tests, according to a new survey.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/software-tests-are-essential-in-improving-quality-but-most-developers-arent-automating-them/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

Software tests are essential in improving quality, but most developers aren't automating them

Although a robust mobile strategy is critical to most organizations, 76% of developers are automating fewer than half of their tests, accord...
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IT leaders remain under pressure to balance security and authentication methods, yet this remains a challenge for most organizations, according to a new report by Thales.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/continued-reliance-on-passwords-continues-to-compromise-data-security/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 18, 2020

Continued reliance on passwords continues to compromise data security

IT leaders remain under pressure to balance security and authentication methods, yet this remains a challenge for most organizations, accord...
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The biannual updates to Windows 10 are also getting renamed to match the half of the calendar year in which they're released.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-to-integrate-chromium-version-of-edge-in-next-windows-10-update/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 18, 2020

Microsoft to integrate Chromium version of Edge in next Windows 10 update

The biannual updates to Windows 10 are also getting renamed to match the half of the calendar year in which they're released. source h...
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Commentary: Here's how to make open source a key strategic asset.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/for-digital-transformation-success-get-serious-about-open-source/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 18, 2020

For digital transformation success, get serious about open source

Commentary: Here's how to make open source a key strategic asset. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/for-digital-transformati...
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Commentary: Open source has never been more popular, which makes keeping track of it in an M&A deal so much harder than it used to be.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/open-source-scale-and-sprawl-this-compliance-company-has-a-new-way-to-tackle-it/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 18, 2020

Open source scale and sprawl: This compliance company has a new way to tackle it

Commentary: Open source has never been more popular, which makes keeping track of it in an M&A deal so much harder than it used to be. ...
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Helium Tabs allow users to easily locate lost items up to 10 miles away from one of its hotspots, eliminating the need for Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/helium-expands-hotspot-network-to-europe-and-releases-personal-iot-tracker/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

Helium expands hotspot network to Europe and releases personal IoT tracker

Helium Tabs allow users to easily locate lost items up to 10 miles away from one of its hotspots, eliminating the need for Bluetooth or Wi-F...
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COVID-19 sent 54% of IT decision-makers to increase investment in collaboration applications, despite decreased budgets.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/asana-expands-offerings-with-asana-for-microsoft-teams/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

Asana expands offerings with Asana for Microsoft Teams

COVID-19 sent 54% of IT decision-makers to increase investment in collaboration applications, despite decreased budgets. source https://ww...
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Survey finds that IT leaders plan to increase security measures when offices reopen.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/it-leaders-say-productivity-went-up-during-lockdown-despite-delaying-projects-and-security-work/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 18, 2020

IT leaders say productivity went up during lockdown despite delaying projects and security work

Survey finds that IT leaders plan to increase security measures when offices reopen. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/it-leader...
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Space allocation and facilities management issues are included in new AI products designed to assist with return-to-workplace challenges post COVID-19 lockdowns.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ibms-new-watson-works-products-use-ai-to-help-companies-plan-when-to-safely-send-employees-back-to-the-workplace/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

IBM's new Watson Works products use AI to help companies plan when to safely send employees back to the workplace

Space allocation and facilities management issues are included in new AI products designed to assist with return-to-workplace challenges pos...
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Microsoft has been refactoring the internals of Windows for well over a decade: Project Reunion is the latest approach, and it's about letting developers mix and match resources in applications.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-10-what-microsofts-project-reunion-means-for-your-applications/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

Windows 10: What Microsoft's Project Reunion means for your applications

Microsoft has been refactoring the internals of Windows for well over a decade: Project Reunion is the latest approach, and it's about l...
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Microsoft has completed rolling out Teams/Skype interoperability, allowing users of one app to collaborate with users on the other.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-teams-and-skype-users-can-now-chat-together/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

Microsoft Teams and Skype users can now chat together

Microsoft has completed rolling out Teams/Skype interoperability, allowing users of one app to collaborate with users on the other. source...
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HR software firm Personio is using wearable devices to help staff return safely to the office.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/beep-too-close-how-one-company-is-using-wearable-devices-to-keep-staff-safe-as-they-return-to-work/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 18, 2020

Beep! Too close! How one company is using wearable devices to keep staff safe as they return to work

HR software firm Personio is using wearable devices to help staff return safely to the office. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article...
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Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Workday Launch opens to qualified US large enterprises with a deployment solution to help organizations go live quickly on Workday.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/workday-releases-easily-accessible-deployment-solutions-for-large-enterprises/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

Workday releases easily accessible deployment solutions for large enterprises

Workday Launch opens to qualified US large enterprises with a deployment solution to help organizations go live quickly on Workday. source...
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Hackers who use brute force attacks can easily compromise accounts with weak passwords, according to Nordpass.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/most-of-the-worlds-most-popular-passwords-can-be-cracked-in-under-a-second/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

Most of the world's most popular passwords can be cracked in under a second

Hackers who use brute force attacks can easily compromise accounts with weak passwords, according to Nordpass. source https://www.techrepu...
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With blockchain, gamers can save their in-game purchases and retain their value to resell them to other players or move them into other games for the first time.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-blockchain-is-transforming-online-gaming-for-players/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

How blockchain is transforming online gaming for players

With blockchain, gamers can save their in-game purchases and retain their value to resell them to other players or move them into other game...
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The launch of QUA will let researchers run even the most complex programs combined with classical processing, says creator Quantum Machines.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/quantum-computers-now-have-a-new-universal-language/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

Quantum computers now have a new universal language

The launch of QUA will let researchers run even the most complex programs combined with classical processing, says creator Quantum Machines....
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Solid connectivity will be key to the economic recovery after COVID-19, Ericsson found.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/5g-projected-to-surpass-190m-subscriptions-globally-by-end-of-2020/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

5G projected to surpass 190M subscriptions globally by end of 2020

Solid connectivity will be key to the economic recovery after COVID-19, Ericsson found. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/5g-pro...
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If you've been waiting for the perfect Kubernetes dev solution for macOS, the wait is over. Learn how to install Microk8s on macOS.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-install-microk8s-on-macos/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

How to install MicroK8s on macOS

If you've been waiting for the perfect Kubernetes dev solution for macOS, the wait is over. Learn how to install Microk8s on macOS. so...
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The pandemic is causing security spending in 2020 to shrink dramatically in most, but not all, segments, according to a revised estimate.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/sharp-drop-in-overall-security-spending-forecast-from-gartner-due-to-covid-19/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

Sharp drop in overall security spending forecast from Gartner due to COVID-19

The pandemic is causing security spending in 2020 to shrink dramatically in most, but not all, segments, according to a revised estimate. ...
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Social change is on the minds of everyone across the globe. How can open source help make this a reality? Jack Wallen offers some suggestions.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-open-source-could-help-empower-social-change/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 17, 2020

How open source could help empower social change

Social change is on the minds of everyone across the globe. How can open source help make this a reality? Jack Wallen offers some suggestion...
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Five community colleges offer the Datacenter Academy program that is part of a larger community development program.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-adds-comptia-certs-to-datacenter-training-programs/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

Microsoft adds CompTIA certs to datacenter training programs

Five community colleges offer the Datacenter Academy program that is part of a larger community development program. source https://www.te...
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Post-pandemic plans for digital transformation should include omnichannel communications, automation, and agent-assisted AI models.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/covid-19-digital-transformation-plans-are-being-put-on-fast-forward/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 17, 2020

COVID-19: Digital transformation plans are being put on fast-forward

Post-pandemic plans for digital transformation should include omnichannel communications, automation, and agent-assisted AI models. source...
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The macOS version of Apple Developer is a carbon copy of the iOS version, and is jam-packed with tutorials and developer news.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apples-developer-app-makes-the-leap-to-macos-in-time-for-wwdc-2020/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 17, 2020

Apple's Developer app makes the leap to macOS in time for WWDC 2020

The macOS version of Apple Developer is a carbon copy of the iOS version, and is jam-packed with tutorials and developer news. source http...
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As multiple companies inch closer to a potentially life-saving vaccine for the coronavirus, cybercriminals with varying motives have increased attacks.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cybercriminals-unleash-diverse-wave-of-attacks-on-covid-19-vaccine-researchers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

Cybercriminals unleash diverse wave of attacks on COVID-19 vaccine researchers

As multiple companies inch closer to a potentially life-saving vaccine for the coronavirus, cybercriminals with varying motives have increas...
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BEC campaigns represent a relatively small percentage of all email attacks yet pose the greatest financial risk, says Abnormal Security.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-business-email-compromise-attacks-pose-a-threat-to-organizations/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

How Business Email Compromise attacks pose a threat to organizations

BEC campaigns represent a relatively small percentage of all email attacks yet pose the greatest financial risk, says Abnormal Security. s...
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The cloud storage site has also unveiled an app center and improved its integration with HelloSign eSignature technology.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/dropbox-adds-password-manager-vault-and-other-security-features/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

Dropbox adds password manager, vault, and other security features

The cloud storage site has also unveiled an app center and improved its integration with HelloSign eSignature technology. source https://w...
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In response to protest calling for police reform around the country, some of the biggest names in tech are taking a closer look at their facial recognition technologies.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/equitable-tech-companies-pause-facial-recognition-but-major-questions-remain/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

Equitable tech: Companies pause facial recognition, but major questions remain

In response to protest calling for police reform around the country, some of the biggest names in tech are taking a closer look at their fac...
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The partnership leverages Intel's CPU telemetry data to more easily detect abnormal system behavior that indicates illicit cryptocurrency mining.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/blackberry-partners-with-intel-to-detect-cryptojacking-malware/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 17, 2020

BlackBerry partners with Intel to detect cryptojacking malware

The partnership leverages Intel's CPU telemetry data to more easily detect abnormal system behavior that indicates illicit cryptocurrenc...
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Tuesday, June 16, 2020

Staying afloat after COVID-19 will take a good strategy. Oxford and SAP find top performers are emphasising customers, workers, and data analytics.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-smbs-can-survive-the-transition-to-the-post-pandemic-economy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

How SMBs can survive the transition to the post-pandemic economy

Staying afloat after COVID-19 will take a good strategy. Oxford and SAP find top performers are emphasising customers, workers, and data ana...
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Malicious emails, risky employee behavior, and a rise in software vulnerabilities are the top threats seen by IT professionals, says Ivanti.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/it-pros-see-increased-workload-and-security-threats-amid-shift-to-remote-working/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

IT pros see increased workload and security threats amid shift to remote working

Malicious emails, risky employee behavior, and a rise in software vulnerabilities are the top threats seen by IT professionals, says Ivanti....
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The keynote dives into the current social and economic climate and touches on new Webex and SecureX features.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cisco-live-2020-ceo-chuck-robbins-pledges-to-power-an-inclusive-future-for-all/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 16, 2020

Cisco Live 2020: CEO Chuck Robbins pledges "To power an inclusive future for all"

The keynote dives into the current social and economic climate and touches on new Webex and SecureX features. source https://www.techrepub...
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Google Pixel devices have a very important feature for those who want to keep emergency contacts aware of their safety. Jack Wallen shows you how to use Emergency Sharing.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-set-up-emergency-sharing-on-a-google-pixel-device/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

How to set up Emergency Sharing on a Google Pixel device

Google Pixel devices have a very important feature for those who want to keep emergency contacts aware of their safety. Jack Wallen shows yo...
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SAP continued its three-day annual event with a keynote speech from executive board member Thomas Saueressig.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/sapphire-now-2020-innovating-in-times-of-crisis-with-an-eye-toward-the-future/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

SAPPHIRE Now 2020: Innovating in times of crisis with an eye toward the future

SAP continued its three-day annual event with a keynote speech from executive board member Thomas Saueressig. source https://www.techrepub...
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A tech expert shares his Apple WWDC 2020 predictions and wish list, which includes iOS 14 and ways to ease remote workers' challenges in the new COVID-19 environment.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/wwdc-2020-the-top-4-announcements-business-pros-want-to-hear/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

WWDC 2020: The top 4 announcements business pros want to hear

A tech expert shares his Apple WWDC 2020 predictions and wish list, which includes iOS 14 and ways to ease remote workers' challenges in...
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ADP looked at the first 8 weeks of the global pandemic and found the workplace handled challenges and adapted to the new normal.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/employee-resilience-amid-the-covid-19-pandemic/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 16, 2020

Employee resilience amid the COVID-19 pandemic

ADP looked at the first 8 weeks of the global pandemic and found the workplace handled challenges and adapted to the new normal. source ht...
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The ZenTao project management tool might be the perfect fit for your organization. Jack Wallen walks you through the installation process.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-install-the-zentao-project-management-tool/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 16, 2020

How to install the ZenTao project management tool

The ZenTao project management tool might be the perfect fit for your organization. Jack Wallen walks you through the installation process. ...
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Some 71% of people polled cited privacy concerns as the main reason for not wanting to use a COVID-19 tracing app, says Avira.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/most-americans-say-no-to-coronavirus-contact-tracing-apps/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 16, 2020

Most Americans say 'No' to coronavirus contact tracing apps

Some 71% of people polled cited privacy concerns as the main reason for not wanting to use a COVID-19 tracing app, says Avira. source http...
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Cisco's work collaboration platform tripled its volume of use in April as employees worked from home during the coronavirus pandemic.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cisco-live-2020-webex-gets-new-security-features-and-integration-with-box-and-epic/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

Cisco Live 2020: Webex gets new security features and integration with Box and Epic

Cisco's work collaboration platform tripled its volume of use in April as employees worked from home during the coronavirus pandemic. ...
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Fear of a second COVID-19 wave is a top concern, according to PwC's latest CFO Pulse survey.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/as-the-workplace-reopens-cfos-are-focused-on-retainingcreating-revenue-and-being-agile/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

As the workplace reopens, CFOs are focused on retaining/creating revenue and being agile

Fear of a second COVID-19 wave is a top concern, according to PwC's latest CFO Pulse survey. source https://www.techrepublic.com/artic...
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Start with an open mind, ask lots of questions, and don't use "always" or "never" to describe a person's work.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-have-that-hard-conversation-about-poor-performance-that-youve-been-avoiding/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 16, 2020

How to have that hard conversation about poor performance that you've been avoiding

Start with an open mind, ask lots of questions, and don't use "always" or "never" to describe a person's work. ...
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You can more easily and quickly type with your thumbs via the Typewise keyboard.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-ease-typing-on-your-mobile-phone-with-the-typewise-keyboard/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

How to ease typing on your mobile phone with the Typewise keyboard

You can more easily and quickly type with your thumbs via the Typewise keyboard. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-ease-t...
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Coronavirus-induced remote work is a great time to brush up on various proficiencies, and failing to do so could be detrimental to both the employee and company.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/learning-during-lockdown-why-employees-should-upskill-when-wfh/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

Learning during lockdown: Why employees should upskill when WFH

Coronavirus-induced remote work is a great time to brush up on various proficiencies, and failing to do so could be detrimental to both the ...
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Troubleshooting what can be tweaked, hacked, adjusted, and replaced requires detailed analysis. The Performance Monitor can provide that information in a visual format.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-improve-performance-with-the-updated-performance-monitor-in-windows-10/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

How to improve performance with the updated Performance Monitor in Windows 10

Troubleshooting what can be tweaked, hacked, adjusted, and replaced requires detailed analysis. The Performance Monitor can provide that inf...
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The additions include a set of templates, file request integration, and multifile support.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/box-adds-new-capabilities-to-its-relay-workflow-engine/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

Box adds new capabilities to its Relay workflow engine

The additions include a set of templates, file request integration, and multifile support. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/box...
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Hired's annual State of Salaries report also revealed black tech workers still earn--and expect--substantially less than any other racial group.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/us-tech-talent-expects-a-salary-raise-considers-after-covid-19-office-plans-and-possible-moves/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

US tech talent expects a salary raise, considers after-COVID-19 office plans and possible moves

Hired's annual State of Salaries report also revealed black tech workers still earn--and expect--substantially less than any other racia...
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Global IT decision-makers expect a phased return coupled with support for flexible work environments, a "Future of Work" survey finds.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/xerox-82-of-employees-will-be-back-to-the-office-in-12-18-months/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

Xerox: 82% of employees will be back to the office in 12-18 months

Global IT decision-makers expect a phased return coupled with support for flexible work environments, a "Future of Work" survey fi...
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Unlocked domains are susceptible to malicious tactics that can lead to unauthorized DNS changes and domain name hijacking, says CSC.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-protect-your-organizations-domain-from-security-threats/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

How to protect your organization's domain from security threats

Unlocked domains are susceptible to malicious tactics that can lead to unauthorized DNS changes and domain name hijacking, says CSC. sourc...
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SAP's virtual SAPPHIRE NOW 2020 will feature executive presentations, product announcements, and expert discussions, if the company can overcome the technical problems that hampered SAP CEO Christian Klein's first-day keynote.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/sap-sapphire-now-2020-keynote-suffers-technical-glitches-ceo-outlines-companys-plan-to-help-build-intelligent/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

SAP SAPPHIRE NOW 2020 keynote suffers technical glitches, CEO outlines company's plan to help build "intelligent enterprises"

SAP's virtual SAPPHIRE NOW 2020 will feature executive presentations, product announcements, and expert discussions, if the company can ...
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More than 82% of CIOs have increased cloud usage as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, Snow Software found.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/91-of-it-leaders-are-shifting-cloud-strategy-to-accommodate-the-new-normal/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

91% of IT leaders are shifting cloud strategy to accommodate the new normal

More than 82% of CIOs have increased cloud usage as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, Snow Software found. source https://www.techrepu...
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Apple's app ecosystem help generate some $519 billion in billing and services last year, largely generated by mobile commerce apps, digital goods and services and in-app advertising.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apple-our-app-store-supports-half-a-trillion-dollars-in-sales/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

Apple: Our App Store supports half a trillion dollars in sales

Apple's app ecosystem help generate some $519 billion in billing and services last year, largely generated by mobile commerce apps, digi...
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Times are toug and employee wellbeing is more important than ever. PwC is harnessing AI and fitness-tracking wearables to gain a deeper understanding of how work and external stressors are impacting employees' state of mind.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/this-project-is-using-fitness-trackers-and-ai-to-monitor-workers-lockdown-stress/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 16, 2020

This project is using fitness trackers and AI to monitor workers' lockdown stress

Times are toug and employee wellbeing is more important than ever. PwC is harnessing AI and fitness-tracking wearables to gain a deeper unde...
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Monday, June 15, 2020

If you've been waiting for the return of the Unity desktop, your wait is over. Ubuntu Unity is a fresh take on the once-defunct interface.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ubuntu-unity-brings-back-one-of-the-most-efficient-desktops-ever-created/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 15, 2020

Ubuntu Unity brings back one of the most efficient desktops ever created

If you've been waiting for the return of the Unity desktop, your wait is over. Ubuntu Unity is a fresh take on the once-defunct interfac...
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The companies are planning to develop industry-specific products to integrate SAS services with Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365 and Power BI.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-and-sas-form-new-partnership-to-combine-azure-services-with-data-analysis-tools/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 15, 2020

Microsoft and SAS form new partnership to combine Azure services with data analysis tools

The companies are planning to develop industry-specific products to integrate SAS services with Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365 and Power BI. ...
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Four publishers have sued the non-profit organisation for making 1.4 billion books freely available for lending.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/is-internet-archives-unrestricted-lending-of-1-4-million-books-legal/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 15, 2020

Is Internet Archive's unrestricted lending of 1.4 million books legal?

Four publishers have sued the non-profit organisation for making 1.4 billion books freely available for lending. source https://www.techre...
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Researchers from many outlets are turning to graphs in an effort to connect pieces of data related to COVID-19 and find a treatment.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/big-data-graphs-are-playing-an-important-role-in-the-coronavirus-pandemic/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
June 15, 2020

Big data graphs are playing an important role in the coronavirus pandemic

Researchers from many outlets are turning to graphs in an effort to connect pieces of data related to COVID-19 and find a treatment. sourc...
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Globalization is having an impact on many things in the workplace, including your teams: How they communicate, support each other, and their performance. Here's why.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/4-ways-globalization-is-affecting-your-teams/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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June 15, 2020

4 ways globalization is affecting your teams

Globalization is having an impact on many things in the workplace, including your teams: How they communicate, support each other, and their...
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Learn some strategies for arranging the best possible responses to RFPs to market your company's strengths

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-effectively-respond-to-a-request-for-proposal-rfp/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

How to effectively respond to a Request for Proposal (RFP)

Learn some strategies for arranging the best possible responses to RFPs to market your company's strengths source https://www.techrepu...
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There are times when privacy permissions become corrupt or misconfigured. Instead of auditing manually, users can easily reset the permissions database that holds their privacy data.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-reset-a-users-privacy-permissions-on-macos-and-ios/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

How to reset a user's privacy permissions on macOS and iOS

There are times when privacy permissions become corrupt or misconfigured. Instead of auditing manually, users can easily reset the permissio...
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Verizon's annual Data Breach Investigations Report confirmed 3,950 data breaches across 16 industries. Tom Merritt explains five things to know about these breaches.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-things-to-know-about-security-breaches/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

Top 5 things to know about security breaches

Verizon's annual Data Breach Investigations Report confirmed 3,950 data breaches across 16 industries. Tom Merritt explains five things ...
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Learn how to better manage and access all the photos and screenshots on your iPhone via dedicated albums.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-organize-your-iphone-photos-and-screenshots-through-albums/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

How to organize your iPhone photos and screenshots through albums

Learn how to better manage and access all the photos and screenshots on your iPhone via dedicated albums. source https://www.techrepublic....
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The Worldwide Developer Conference can be found on Apple.com, YouTube, the Apple TV app, and the Apple Developer app and website.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-to-look-out-for-at-apple-wwdc-2020-on-june-22/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

What to look out for at Apple WWDC 2020 on June 22

The Worldwide Developer Conference can be found on Apple.com, YouTube, the Apple TV app, and the Apple Developer app and website. source h...
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MSPs think disaster recovery as a service, cybersecurity, and password management are the best new revenue opportunities, according to a new survey.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/managed-services-providers-expect-a-quick-recovery-from-covid-19-slowdown/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

Managed services providers expect a quick recovery from COVID-19 slowdown

MSPs think disaster recovery as a service, cybersecurity, and password management are the best new revenue opportunities, according to a new...
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Kurtis Minder, co-founder and CEO of GroupSense, explains why the coronavirus has been big business for bad actors.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/exposing-the-dark-web-coronavirus-scammers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

Exposing the dark web coronavirus scammers

Kurtis Minder, co-founder and CEO of GroupSense, explains why the coronavirus has been big business for bad actors. source https://www.tec...
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Automatically powering on computers aids in remotely managing computers, patch deployment, and power efficiency. Here's how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-enable-mac-computers-to-automatically-power-on/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

How to enable Mac computers to automatically power on

Automatically powering on computers aids in remotely managing computers, patch deployment, and power efficiency. Here's how. source ht...
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Many manual work processes are becoming more difficult to execute for front line workers away from the office, according to a TrackVia report.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/covid-19-and-the-work-from-home-shift-are-breaking-work-processes/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

COVID-19 and the work-from-home shift are breaking work processes

Many manual work processes are becoming more difficult to execute for front line workers away from the office, according to a TrackVia repor...
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Drop down lists can greatly facilitate data entry. Here's a look at how to use Microsoft Excel's data validation feature to create handy lists within your worksheets.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-add-a-drop-down-list-to-an-excel-cell/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

How to add a drop down list to an Excel cell

Drop down lists can greatly facilitate data entry. Here's a look at how to use Microsoft Excel's data validation feature to create h...
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Many technical issues with RDC require help from your IT staff, but you can troubleshoot certain ones on your own.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-troubleshoot-problems-with-microsofts-remote-desktop-connection/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

How to troubleshoot problems with Microsoft's Remote Desktop Connection

Many technical issues with RDC require help from your IT staff, but you can troubleshoot certain ones on your own. source https://www.tech...
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Many organizations have been pleasantly surprised by the productivity of their remote workforce, but there's a risk of pushing your staff too far.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/over-scheduled-how-to-avoid-a-stressed-out-remote-worker-mutiny/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

Over-scheduled: How to avoid a stressed-out remote worker mutiny

Many organizations have been pleasantly surprised by the productivity of their remote workforce, but there's a risk of pushing your staf...
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Students enrolled in Google's summer internship programme will work from home this year and focus mostly on open-source projects.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/google-weve-got-1000-interns-working-on-open-source-projects-from-home/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

Google: We've got 1,000 interns working on open-source projects - from home

Students enrolled in Google's summer internship programme will work from home this year and focus mostly on open-source projects. sour...
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COVID-19 has been a trial by fire for technology in education, but the sector needs to gather what it has learnt quickly if it wishes to edge forward with digital transformation.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/we-need-to-gather-as-much-data-as-we-can-how-ai-could-change-everything-about-education/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 15, 2020

'We need to gather as much data as we can': How AI could change everything about education

COVID-19 has been a trial by fire for technology in education, but the sector needs to gather what it has learnt quickly if it wishes to edg...
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Friday, June 12, 2020

Intent-Based Networking for Dummies author Jeff Doyle discusses why IBN, the autonomous, self-provisioning paradigm designed to make network management easier, is the logical evolution of SDN.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/new-intent-based-networking-ebook-simplifies-this-data-center-trend/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 12, 2020

New Intent-Based Networking ebook simplifies this data center trend

Intent-Based Networking for Dummies author Jeff Doyle discusses why IBN, the autonomous, self-provisioning paradigm designed to make network...
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Murat Sonmez, managing director of the World Economic Forum, explains how big data and machine learning can help find a vaccine for COVID-19.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-ai-can-help-find-a-coronavirus-vaccine/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 12, 2020

How AI can help find a coronavirus vaccine

Murat Sonmez, managing director of the World Economic Forum, explains how big data and machine learning can help find a vaccine for COVID-19...
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Laptops, monitors, webcams, and other work-from-home devices were briefly hard to find, but the IT supply chain showed its flexibility overall.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/comptia-as-covid-19-hit-the-it-supply-chain-remained-remarkably-resilient/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 12, 2020

CompTIA: As COVID-19 hit, the IT supply chain remained remarkably resilient

Laptops, monitors, webcams, and other work-from-home devices were briefly hard to find, but the IT supply chain showed its flexibility overa...
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Red Hat's Rich Sharples discusses Java's longevity and how other tech companies that began in 1995 either continued to evolve or went extinct.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/javas-25th-birthday-prompts-a-look-at-which-tech-products-have-survived-since-1995/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 12, 2020

Java's 25th birthday prompts a look at which tech products have survived since 1995

Red Hat's Rich Sharples discusses Java's longevity and how other tech companies that began in 1995 either continued to evolve or wen...
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Only 37% of "high performer" organizations monitor the risk of IoT devices used by third parties, and current IoT risk-management programs can't keep pace, study said.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/report-most-companies-unaware-of-third-party-iot-security-measures/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 12, 2020

Report: Most companies unaware of third-party IOT security measures

Only 37% of "high performer" organizations monitor the risk of IoT devices used by third parties, and current IoT risk-management ...
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A honeypot created by Cybereason to lure cybercriminals and analyze their methods showed that ransomware attacks infiltrate their victims in multiple stages.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/honeypot-reveals-tactics-used-by-cybercriminals-to-deploy-ransomware/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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June 12, 2020

Honeypot reveals tactics used by cybercriminals to deploy ransomware

A honeypot created by Cybereason to lure cybercriminals and analyze their methods showed that ransomware attacks infiltrate their victims in...
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