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Monday, August 31, 2020

Back-to-school shopping is definitely different this year, and students are looking for something to make them stand out in a year that's been anything but ordinary.

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Essential back-to-school gear and supplies

Back-to-school shopping is definitely different this year, and students are looking for something to make them stand out in a year that'...
Commentary: For organizations struggling to secure their IT, a host of new, developer-focused products are hitting the market. Check out this guide of the best developer-centric security products.

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The best developer-centric security products

Commentary: For organizations struggling to secure their IT, a host of new, developer-focused products are hitting the market. Check out thi...
Finding the best employees can make a big difference in your workplace. Tom Merritt suggests five tips for attracting top talent to your company.

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Top 5 tips for attracting top talent

Finding the best employees can make a big difference in your workplace. Tom Merritt suggests five tips for attracting top talent to your com...
With sponsors like Box and Boomi, the CS YOU Program offers training and placement in entry-level customer success associate roles.

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Gainsight and SV Academy partner to create customer success program for underrepresented communities

With sponsors like Box and Boomi, the CS YOU Program offers training and placement in entry-level customer success associate roles. source...
Learn how to add an Image Preview command to File Explorer to quickly view any image.

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How to preview images in Windows 10 File Explorer

Learn how to add an Image Preview command to File Explorer to quickly view any image. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-p...
Perhaps even more challenging than a completely remote team is a hybrid model of in-office and remote workers. Here are three tips to keep your hybrid teams humming.

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3 tips for managing hybrid remote and on-site teams: Don't assume everything is fine

Perhaps even more challenging than a completely remote team is a hybrid model of in-office and remote workers. Here are three tips to keep y...
The goal of the release is to provide the blockchain developer community with critical tools such as code, tooling, and smart contracts, to build and run oracles pools, the partners say.

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EMURGO-Ergo partnership's new product for developers: Oracle Core

The goal of the release is to provide the blockchain developer community with critical tools such as code, tooling, and smart contracts, to ...
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.

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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...
AI and robotics are working together to find cures for diseases more quickly. Even if you're not in science, you can learn from this project.

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IBM RXN: AI combined with robotics to speed molecular studies and chemical research

AI and robotics are working together to find cures for diseases more quickly. Even if you're not in science, you can learn from this pro...
Two days accounted for 818 vulnerabilities, or 7.3% of the entire midyear's disclosures so far, according to a new report.

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Microsoft, Oracle, and Google top list of companies with most vulnerabilities disclosed in Q2

Two days accounted for 818 vulnerabilities, or 7.3% of the entire midyear's disclosures so far, according to a new report. source http...
Workers spend an average of 2.5 hours daily "accessing digital content" unrelated to their profession. About half noted their employer has rules restricting phone use

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Survey: Smartphones distract employees for hours on end during the workday

Workers spend an average of 2.5 hours daily "accessing digital content" unrelated to their profession. About half noted their empl...
The Notes app is a handy way to scan a document, especially one you want to associate with a specific note. Learn how to use this feature.

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How to scan a document on your iPhone or iPad via the Notes app

The Notes app is a handy way to scan a document, especially one you want to associate with a specific note. Learn how to use this feature. ...
Pivot tables generate great reports in Microsoft Excel, but adding a filter or two can make them even more flexible. Here's how.

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How to filter a pivot table in Excel

Pivot tables generate great reports in Microsoft Excel, but adding a filter or two can make them even more flexible. Here's how. sourc...
The report highlights confidence in the future of 5G, coronavirus-related wireless WAN adoption, and more.

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Cradlepoint releases State of Wireless WAN Report 2020

The report highlights confidence in the future of 5G, coronavirus-related wireless WAN adoption, and more. source https://www.techrepublic...
The grant will also create a pilot AI certificate program; potentially the first of its kind.

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NSF grant to increase access to AI research, help save sea turtles, and more

The grant will also create a pilot AI certificate program; potentially the first of its kind. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/...

Friday, August 28, 2020

Commentary: The shift in the open source industry from infrastructure like Splunk to Elasticsearch comes down to trust, says Gaurav Gupta, a prominent product executive turned investor.

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How does open source thrive in a cloud world? "Incredible amounts of trust," says a Grafana VC

Commentary: The shift in the open source industry from infrastructure like Splunk to Elasticsearch comes down to trust, says Gaurav Gupta, a...
Commentary: If you're looking for a software/IT job, find out why you might be better off searching outside tech. Also, learn what these hiring trends mean for open source.

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Want an IT job? Look outside the tech industry

Commentary: If you're looking for a software/IT job, find out why you might be better off searching outside tech. Also, learn what these...
You can't rely on a GUI forever. Instead, check out these helpful Linux guides on how to manage users and servers with the command line.

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Advance your Linux skills with these 3 command line primers

You can't rely on a GUI forever. Instead, check out these helpful Linux guides on how to manage users and servers with the command line....
IBM, Google, SAS, and Oracle offer online courses and exams to quantify data science skills and expertise with modeling and analysis software.

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7 data science certifications to boost your resume and salary

IBM, Google, SAS, and Oracle offer online courses and exams to quantify data science skills and expertise with modeling and analysis softwar...
Quick Assist offers you a fast and easy way to connect to a remote PC to view or troubleshoot a problem.

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How to access a remote PC with Windows 10 Quick Assist

Quick Assist offers you a fast and easy way to connect to a remote PC to view or troubleshoot a problem. source https://www.techrepublic.c...
From consulting to IT and more, a great remote job in tech is just a couple of clicks away.

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How to find the best remote tech job listings

From consulting to IT and more, a great remote job in tech is just a couple of clicks away. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ho...
Flight Simulator is more than just a game. Here's why it may impact the future of technology.

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Why tech leaders should pay attention to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020

Flight Simulator is more than just a game. Here's why it may impact the future of technology. source https://www.techrepublic.com/arti...
Don't settle for a boring scene of your home office during an online Zoom meeting. Opt for a virtual background instead.

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The best virtual backgrounds to use on Zoom for your next business meeting

Don't settle for a boring scene of your home office during an online Zoom meeting. Opt for a virtual background instead. source https:...
The multi-access edge computing market is expected to soar to $7.23 billion in revenue by 2024, according to Frost & Sullivan.

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Study: 90% of industrial enterprises to utilize edge computing by 2022

The multi-access edge computing market is expected to soar to $7.23 billion in revenue by 2024, according to Frost & Sullivan. source ...
One grand prize winner will get an unlocked Galaxy Note 20. *Open to US, Puerto Rico, and Canada (excluding Quebec). This giveaway ends on August 31, 2020.

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Enter to win a Samsung Galaxy Note 20*

One grand prize winner will get an unlocked Galaxy Note 20. *Open to US, Puerto Rico, and Canada (excluding Quebec). This giveaway ends on A...
Whether you want to connect for business or recreate the casual chat with coworkers, there are a slew of startups and apps to fill a void and help people feel less isolated.

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Networking apps are helping people meet remotely

Whether you want to connect for business or recreate the casual chat with coworkers, there are a slew of startups and apps to fill a void an...
Jack Wallen believes AppImages aren't the application nirvana many developers believe them to be. Find out why and see if you agree.

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AppImages on Linux: Why developers should stop using them

Jack Wallen believes AppImages aren't the application nirvana many developers believe them to be. Find out why and see if you agree. s...
A new NASA competition challenged scientists to develop a small, lightweight rover to explore the moon in search of water. Here's how Puli Space came up with the winner.

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How a space company in Hungary became an upstart in the private moon industry

A new NASA competition challenged scientists to develop a small, lightweight rover to explore the moon in search of water. Here's how Pu...
AI avatars and synthetic video production could provide organizations with entirely new capabilities for training and multilingual global communication in the years ahead.

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Deepfake reality check: AI avatars set to transform business and education outreach

AI avatars and synthetic video production could provide organizations with entirely new capabilities for training and multilingual global co...
Find out why your company isn't netting enough applicants from underrepresented groups and what you can do about it.

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10 ways companies can attract a diverse pool of job candidates

Find out why your company isn't netting enough applicants from underrepresented groups and what you can do about it. source https://ww...
GoPro Hero8 owners can now use their camera for video meetings on Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet and more.

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How to use your GoPro Hero8 as a webcam for your Windows PC

GoPro Hero8 owners can now use their camera for video meetings on Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet and more. source https://www.techrepu...
Desktop as a service adoption lags behind on-premise VDI, but the popularity of cloud-hosted desktops is growing. Here's a look at the top DaaS providers and their services.

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Top desktop as a service (DaaS) providers: Amazon, Citrix, Microsoft, VMware, and more

Desktop as a service adoption lags behind on-premise VDI, but the popularity of cloud-hosted desktops is growing. Here's a look at the t...
Fans will be able to use IBM's new tech features as they watch the Grand Slam event from home this year. Find out the details of how the event went remote.

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US Open won't have spectators, but it will have IBM's AI and hybrid cloud

Fans will be able to use IBM's new tech features as they watch the Grand Slam event from home this year. Find out the details of how the...
New security capabilities designed for SMEs allow IT admins to apply baseline security settings across an organization.

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Microsoft just made securing Windows 10 PCs a whole lot easier for IT admins

New security capabilities designed for SMEs allow IT admins to apply baseline security settings across an organization. source https://www...
Microsoft's cloud-based file hosting/synchronisation service adds new options for managing the content that matters to you.

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Microsoft OneDrive: New features allow business users to stay on top of sharing and sync status

Microsoft's cloud-based file hosting/synchronisation service adds new options for managing the content that matters to you. source htt...

Thursday, August 27, 2020

More details about the next generation of Samsung's foldable phone are coming up in the second part of Samsung Unpacked on Sept. 1.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2: Everything you want to know coming up in Unpacked Part 2

More details about the next generation of Samsung's foldable phone are coming up in the second part of Samsung Unpacked on Sept. 1. so...
Unlike a line of text, which responds to only one alignment setting, a table lets you set a different alignment for every cell.

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How to apply both left and right alignment by using a table in Microsoft Word

Unlike a line of text, which responds to only one alignment setting, a table lets you set a different alignment for every cell. source htt...
A review of the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphone after three weeks of use reveals surprising discoveries about the device.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra hands-on review: Impressive device with minimal updates and premium price

A review of the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphone after three weeks of use reveals surprising discoveries about the device. source https://w...
WhistleOut: How Americans' pandemic-reliance on the internet for work and e-learning put a heavy strain on bandwidth, yet internet speeds increased.

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86% of US states increased internet speeds during COVID-19 lockdown

WhistleOut: How Americans' pandemic-reliance on the internet for work and e-learning put a heavy strain on bandwidth, yet internet speed...
IPSoft found that most businesses plan to return furloughed workers to their jobs, but many think AI will change or eliminate those positions within the next two years, white-collar included.

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AI buoyed businesses during the pandemic, and could accelerate permanent change

IPSoft found that most businesses plan to return furloughed workers to their jobs, but many think AI will change or eliminate those position...
The BeagleBoyz have made off with nearly $2 billion since 2015, and they're back to attacking financial institutions after a short lull in activity.

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North Korean hackers are actively robbing banks around the world, US government warns

The BeagleBoyz have made off with nearly $2 billion since 2015, and they're back to attacking financial institutions after a short lull ...
KPMG: Employees are strained emotionally and mentally as they deal with a work-life balance, childcare responsibilities, and more, while navigating the COVID-19 landscape.

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Employers earn high marks, yet nearly half of workers report a mental-health decline

KPMG: Employees are strained emotionally and mentally as they deal with a work-life balance, childcare responsibilities, and more, while nav...
This tutorial shows the steps for adding color to a drop down list in Microsoft Excel.

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How to add color to a drop down list in Excel

This tutorial shows the steps for adding color to a drop down list in Microsoft Excel. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-...
Microsoft Excel users, here's a quick tip on adding a condition to a drop down list.

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How to add a condition to a drop down list in Excel

Microsoft Excel users, here's a quick tip on adding a condition to a drop down list. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-t...
If you're serious about managing your browser's history, Vivaldi makes this task incredibly easy. Jack Wallen shows you how.

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Why Vivaldi outshines all other browsers' history management

If you're serious about managing your browser's history, Vivaldi makes this task incredibly easy. Jack Wallen shows you how. sourc...
Shipments are forecast to drop almost 10% for 2020, but a revival is due in 2022 courtesy of a 5G push and other factors, says research firm IDC.

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Smartphone market expected to sink this year but will rebound due to 5G push

Shipments are forecast to drop almost 10% for 2020, but a revival is due in 2022 courtesy of a 5G push and other factors, says research firm...
Global tech professionals reveal recruiting projects fueled by budgets prioritizing staff education, according to a recent IT trends report from Netwrix.

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How the pandemic and remote work initiatives forced organizations to change IT priorities

Global tech professionals reveal recruiting projects fueled by budgets prioritizing staff education, according to a recent IT trends report ...
Government agencies can suffer from differences in funding, a lack of standard policies, and other issues that affect security, says BlueVoyant.

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How state and local governments can better combat cyberattacks

Government agencies can suffer from differences in funding, a lack of standard policies, and other issues that affect security, says BlueVoy...
Is the networking on your Linux workstation or server having issues? Websites aren't loading properly? Maybe you need to flush the DNS cache. Jack Wallen shows you how.

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How to flush the DNS cache on Linux

Is the networking on your Linux workstation or server having issues? Websites aren't loading properly? Maybe you need to flush the DNS c...
Jetpack Compose leans on Kotlin to reduce the amount of custom code required to build Android apps.

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Jetpack Compose: Google's Kotlin-based UI toolkit for Android apps moves to alpha

Jetpack Compose leans on Kotlin to reduce the amount of custom code required to build Android apps. source https://www.techrepublic.com/ar...
Many students have started the school year online due to the coronavirus pandemic. We've curated a list of tips to help students take virtual education to the next level.

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Start distance learning on solid ground with these 9 tips

Many students have started the school year online due to the coronavirus pandemic. We've curated a list of tips to help students take vi...
The latest variant of this trojan extracts email threads from Outlook, which it uses for phishing attacks, says Check Point Research.

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Qbot trojan hijacking email threads to carry out phishing campaigns

The latest variant of this trojan extracts email threads from Outlook, which it uses for phishing attacks, says Check Point Research. sour...
To alleviate the impact of COVID-19 on IT staff, security updates for Windows 10 version 1803 will now continue until 11 May 2021.

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Microsoft: We're extending support for Windows 10 1803 by six months

To alleviate the impact of COVID-19 on IT staff, security updates for Windows 10 version 1803 will now continue until 11 May 2021. source ...
Deloitte's Q3 Signals survey of Fortune 500 CFOs also finds 60% are more optimistic about their own financial prospects than Q2's historic low of 11%.

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60% of CFOs rate the economy as bad and only 43% expect better conditions in a year

Deloitte's Q3 Signals survey of Fortune 500 CFOs also finds 60% are more optimistic about their own financial prospects than Q2's hi...
A survey from Harness also found that software engineers appreciate their employers more now and many plan to work remote indefinitly.

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52% of US developers are happier now than before the pandemic started

A survey from Harness also found that software engineers appreciate their employers more now and many plan to work remote indefinitly. sou...
A new study finds that almost all job listings specify a location for the position.

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Software development job postings haven't caught up with promises of remote work

A new study finds that almost all job listings specify a location for the position. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/software-d...
Small municipalities suffer the majority of ransomware, but they aren't the only ones suffering as ransoms rise and payouts become more common.

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Local governments continue to be the biggest target for ransomware attacks

Small municipalities suffer the majority of ransomware, but they aren't the only ones suffering as ransoms rise and payouts become more ...

Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Get details and tips about one of Amazon's biggest sales of the year.

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Amazon Prime Day 2020: What you need to know

Get details and tips about one of Amazon's biggest sales of the year. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/amazon-prime-day-202...
At WWDC 2020, the hope was Apple would give business users the features they want most in the next iPhone. That didn't happen, but an iPhone announcement is imminent.

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iPhone 12: The 3 new things business pros need

At WWDC 2020, the hope was Apple would give business users the features they want most in the next iPhone. That didn't happen, but an iP...
As the COVID-19-induced downturn deepens and employees are let go, companies should acknowledge the employees who remain, a coaching firm advises.

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Workplace survivor guilt is real

As the COVID-19-induced downturn deepens and employees are let go, companies should acknowledge the employees who remain, a coaching firm ad...
A new machine learning technique can be used to sift through massive datasets to discern exoplanets from false positives.

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Machine learning algorithm confirms 50 new exoplanets in historic first

A new machine learning technique can be used to sift through massive datasets to discern exoplanets from false positives. source https://w...
The court ruling means that Apple's App Store ban against Epic Games' Fortnite can remain in effect but the Unreal Engine development tools cannot be blocked.

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Judge rules against Fortnite, but for Unreal Engine, in epic skirmish with Apple

The court ruling means that Apple's App Store ban against Epic Games' Fortnite can remain in effect but the Unreal Engine developmen...
Jack Wallen has a special message for the creator of Linux on the 29th anniversary of its humble beginnings.

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Happy 29th anniversary, Linux, and a heartfelt thank you to Linus Torvalds

Jack Wallen has a special message for the creator of Linux on the 29th anniversary of its humble beginnings. source https://www.techrepubl...
To see if you have 5G in your city or what phones can take advantage of these faster connections, check out this list of cities and phones.

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How to find out if your city has 5G right now

To see if you have 5G in your city or what phones can take advantage of these faster connections, check out this list of cities and phones. ...
Cloud computing changed the technology landscape forever. Here's hoping that trust will be the next frontier of computing.

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Cybersecurity at a crossroads: Moving toward trust in our technologies

Cloud computing changed the technology landscape forever. Here's hoping that trust will be the next frontier of computing. source http...
The public is increasingly wary of the privacy of their data. Companies reliant on it should take this as a sign of the future of customer loyalty, says data privacy firm Privitar.

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Want to create loyal customers? Get on the bleeding edge of data security

The public is increasingly wary of the privacy of their data. Companies reliant on it should take this as a sign of the future of customer l...
The historic Tour de France kicks off this weekend. This year's race will include a host of technology solutions to boost fan engagement amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Tour de France 2020 to feature augmented reality, machine learning, and more

The historic Tour de France kicks off this weekend. This year's race will include a host of technology solutions to boost fan engagement...
Many people will start new remote positions in the coming months. To assist, we've curated a series of tips to help virtual new hires onboard seamlessly during the pandemic.

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Tips for starting a new job during the coronavirus pandemic

Many people will start new remote positions in the coming months. To assist, we've curated a series of tips to help virtual new hires on...
From web app flaws to a lack of 2FA, Rapid7 found lots of common soft targets in the networks it breached on behalf of clients.

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What a year of penetration testing data can reveal about the state of cybersecurity

From web app flaws to a lack of 2FA, Rapid7 found lots of common soft targets in the networks it breached on behalf of clients. source htt...
Chrome 85 brings a 10% performance upgrade to the browser, alongside handy new features for tab management and organization.

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Google Chrome's huge update brings speed boost and new group tabs feature

Chrome 85 brings a 10% performance upgrade to the browser, alongside handy new features for tab management and organization. source https:...
The uncertainty of back-to-school plans weighs heavily on work-from-home parents who rely on employers to accommodate evolving schedules of the new normal.

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75% of parents say flexibility is a way their company can better support them

The uncertainty of back-to-school plans weighs heavily on work-from-home parents who rely on employers to accommodate evolving schedules of ...
Word can now turn a conversation or meeting into text ready to use in a document, but that might not come to desktop Word for a while.

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Microsoft Word: How the new transcription feature works and how it compares to other services

Word can now turn a conversation or meeting into text ready to use in a document, but that might not come to desktop Word for a while. sou...

Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Phishing campaigns could compromise business data and use Amazon's cloud platform to launch further attacks, says KnowBe4.

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How phishing attacks have exploited Amazon Web Services accounts

Phishing campaigns could compromise business data and use Amazon's cloud platform to launch further attacks, says KnowBe4. source http...
Fortnite publisher Epic Games is in a major legal battle with Apple and Google. Here's how it can affect your business.

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Fortnite vs. everyone and the future of platforms: What it means for tech leaders

Fortnite publisher Epic Games is in a major legal battle with Apple and Google. Here's how it can affect your business. source https:/...
Zoom offers several options to enhance your audio so meeting participants can better hear each other.

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How to improve your audio in a Zoom meeting

Zoom offers several options to enhance your audio so meeting participants can better hear each other. source https://www.techrepublic.com/...
If you have containers gobbling up too much of your Kubernetes cluster CPU, Jack Wallen shows you how to limit the upper and lower ranges.

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How to limit CPU ranges in a Kubernetes pod

If you have containers gobbling up too much of your Kubernetes cluster CPU, Jack Wallen shows you how to limit the upper and lower ranges. ...
Are you anxiously awaiting Android's Nearby Share file sharing feature? If you have a supported phone, you need not wait any longer. Jack Wallen shows you how to enable the feature.

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How to enable and use Android's new Nearby Share

Are you anxiously awaiting Android's Nearby Share file sharing feature? If you have a supported phone, you need not wait any longer. Jac...
Do you know the difference between lists and groups in Microsoft Outlook? Groups can do so much more. Here's how and why to use groups.

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How to add a contact group for quick emailing to multiple recipients in Outlook

Do you know the difference between lists and groups in Microsoft Outlook? Groups can do so much more. Here's how and why to use groups. ...
Due to a surge in remote learning during the coronavirus pandemic, laptops are in high demand. Here are some considerations to keep in mind when shopping for a new laptop.

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Tech tips: Shopping for a new laptop amid device shortages

Due to a surge in remote learning during the coronavirus pandemic, laptops are in high demand. Here are some considerations to keep in mind ...
The coronavirus pandemic continues to hit the smartphone market hard, with global sales falling by a fifth in Q2 2020.

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Apple, Samsung and Huawei all report falling sales amid global smartphone slump

The coronavirus pandemic continues to hit the smartphone market hard, with global sales falling by a fifth in Q2 2020. source https://www....
The burgeoning smart home device market has given rise to digital intrusion and potential energy market manipulation on a massive scale.

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IoT botnets: Smart homes ripe for a new type of cyberattack

The burgeoning smart home device market has given rise to digital intrusion and potential energy market manipulation on a massive scale. s...
The second release of Azure Stack HCI brings a cloud-centric operational model to on-premises, with the Azure Portal as your gateway to the hybrid cloud.

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Microsoft Azure Stack HCI: How to make the hybrid cloud part of your network

The second release of Azure Stack HCI brings a cloud-centric operational model to on-premises, with the Azure Portal as your gateway to the ...

Monday, August 24, 2020

Starting any new job can be stressful enough in person, but there are some additional issues with 100% remote-based work. Learn some tips on how to hit the ground running.

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Starting a new job remotely can be a challenge: Here's how to ease the transition

Starting any new job can be stressful enough in person, but there are some additional issues with 100% remote-based work. Learn some tips on...
Microsoft says its new Edge web browser cannot be uninstalled but that is simply not true. The right PowerShell command entered in the right folder can accomplish the task.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-uninstall-the-edge-browser-in-windows-10/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How to uninstall the Edge browser in Windows 10 using PowerShell

Microsoft says its new Edge web browser cannot be uninstalled but that is simply not true. The right PowerShell command entered in the right...
Tech consultants and journalists have their own conflicting opinions about the best way to manage access in a world full of security risks.

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Extra security or extra risk? Pros and cons of password managers

Tech consultants and journalists have their own conflicting opinions about the best way to manage access in a world full of security risks. ...
Samsung updates SmartThings apps to include new Find feature that lets you find Galaxy phones, tablets, smartwatches and earbuds using Bluetooth.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/samsung-smartthings-find-helps-you-find-lost-galaxy-devices/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Samsung SmartThings Find helps you find lost Galaxy devices

Samsung updates SmartThings apps to include new Find feature that lets you find Galaxy phones, tablets, smartwatches and earbuds using Bluet...
The latest version of Zoom offers more ways to improve the way you look. Learn how to take advantage of these features.

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How to make yourself look better in a Zoom meeting

The latest version of Zoom offers more ways to improve the way you look. Learn how to take advantage of these features. source https://www...
Learn how you can start a Zoom meeting from a computer and pass control to your mobile device.

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How to remotely control a Zoom meeting

Learn how you can start a Zoom meeting from a computer and pass control to your mobile device. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article...
Gartner VP advocates for giving employees flexible work arrangements after a survey shows a majority want the option.

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The emerging hybrid workforce

Gartner VP advocates for giving employees flexible work arrangements after a survey shows a majority want the option. source https://www.t...
SecAdmins working to protect infrastructure, whether in a defensively or offensively, may find these programming languages helpful in safeguarding apps, systems, and hardware from threats.

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Top 5 programming languages for security admins to learn

SecAdmins working to protect infrastructure, whether in a defensively or offensively, may find these programming languages helpful in safegu...
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.

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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...
Of the three-quarters who experienced burnout at work, 40% specifically cited the COVID-19 crisis as the cause in new survey by FlexJobs and Mental Health America.

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COVID-19 has exacerbated a 75% job burnout rate, study says

Of the three-quarters who experienced burnout at work, 40% specifically cited the COVID-19 crisis as the cause in new survey by FlexJobs and...
The update, available in Windows 10 Preview Build 20197, offers a more intuitive means of managing disks and their partitions.

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Windows 10: Microsoft makes disk management a whole lot easier

The update, available in Windows 10 Preview Build 20197, offers a more intuitive means of managing disks and their partitions. source http...
The update to Microsoft's Your Phone app is now rolling out to Samsung smartphones, including the new Galaxy Note20.

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Now you can run Android apps on your Windows 10 PC thanks to this new feature

The update to Microsoft's Your Phone app is now rolling out to Samsung smartphones, including the new Galaxy Note20. source https://ww...
The pandemic is old news for cybercriminals who are still targeting remote workers, but are doing so with botnets and familiar exploits.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/security-threats-have-already-moved-on-from-covid-19-themed-attacks-report-finds/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Security threats have already moved on from COVID-19-themed attacks, report finds

The pandemic is old news for cybercriminals who are still targeting remote workers, but are doing so with botnets and familiar exploits. s...
A new report from Microsoft suggests that cloud-based technologies and Zero Trust architecture will become mainstays of businesses' cybersecurity investments going forward.

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Microsoft says the pandemic has changed the future of cybersecurity in these five ways

A new report from Microsoft suggests that cloud-based technologies and Zero Trust architecture will become mainstays of businesses' cybe...

Friday, August 21, 2020

Just because you make beautiful, impactful data visualizations doesn't mean the business is using them to their fullest extent. There are ways to improve that.

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Your big data reports are not being used as they should: Here's how to change that

Just because you make beautiful, impactful data visualizations doesn't mean the business is using them to their fullest extent. There ar...
Webcam stands are a great way to add some maneuverability to standard video conferencing. That said, here are 5 of the best webcam stands for virtual collaboration.

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Best webcam stands for online learning, remote work, and more

Webcam stands are a great way to add some maneuverability to standard video conferencing. That said, here are 5 of the best webcam stands fo...
Have you tested your network using a breach and attack simulator? If not, Jack Wallen shows you how with Infection Monkey.

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How to install Infection Monkey for breach and attack simulations on your network

Have you tested your network using a breach and attack simulator? If not, Jack Wallen shows you how with Infection Monkey. source https://...
Taking inventory of the hardware and software in your company is a worthwhile investment of time and effort.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/conducting-a-hardware-inventory-can-boost-security-and-cut-costs/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Conducting a hardware inventory can boost security and cut costs

Taking inventory of the hardware and software in your company is a worthwhile investment of time and effort. source https://www.techrepubl...
JetBrains VP, Hadi Hariri shares the inside story of how Kotlin became the de facto programming language for Android and how the company built a developer community around it.

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Kotlin: How JetBrains created Google's preferred Android programming language

JetBrains VP, Hadi Hariri shares the inside story of how Kotlin became the de facto programming language for Android and how the company bui...
The US government will co-chair a consortium, which will use deep-learning algorithms for near real-time data to assist in the high-pressure decision making surrounding disasters.

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Microsoft to provide AI response tools for disaster first responders

The US government will co-chair a consortium, which will use deep-learning algorithms for near real-time data to assist in the high-pressure...
Humans don't have the time to sift through all the unused data available. NLP could be the answer.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/dark-data-may-be-tamed-with-natural-language-processing/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Dark data may be tamed with natural language processing

Humans don't have the time to sift through all the unused data available. NLP could be the answer. source https://www.techrepublic.com...
Despite general confusion regarding how schools will open, parents must arm students with educational hardware/software, and discuss responsibilities and concerns of being online.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/back-to-school-tech-tips-and-rules-to-keep-kids-safe/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Back-to-school tech tips and rules to keep kids safe

Despite general confusion regarding how schools will open, parents must arm students with educational hardware/software, and discuss respons...
Devices attached to trucks are for safety, quality control, and efficiency. But many are being left open to hackers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/iot-safety-logging-devices-on-trucks-are-not-always-secure/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

IoT safety: Logging devices on trucks are not always secure

Devices attached to trucks are for safety, quality control, and efficiency. But many are being left open to hackers. source https://www.te...
Infosys VP describes the business and technical skill sets required to lead successful digital transformation projects.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/systems-integrators-are-evolving-from-tech-experts-to-business-strategists/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Systems integrators are evolving from tech experts to business strategists

Infosys VP describes the business and technical skill sets required to lead successful digital transformation projects. source https://www...
The Greatest Spectacle in Racing will feature a host of new technologies to enhance the race day feel from afar.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/augmented-reality-indy-500-5g-set-to-transform-the-virtual-race-day-fan-experience/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Augmented reality Indy 500: 5G set to transform the virtual race day fan experience

The Greatest Spectacle in Racing will feature a host of new technologies to enhance the race day feel from afar. source https://www.techre...
The new Windows 10 20H2 enablement package offers a 'master switch' for upgrading from Windows 10 version 2004 to version 2009.

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Windows 10 2009: Microsoft's 20H2 update nears – now it enters testing with enterprise customers

The new Windows 10 20H2 enablement package offers a 'master switch' for upgrading from Windows 10 version 2004 to version 2009. so...
Support for Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL 2) distros is being made available to Windows 10 versions 1909 and 1903.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-older-windows-10-versions-now-get-to-run-windows-subsystem-for-linux-2/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Microsoft: Older Windows 10 versions now get to run Windows Subsystem for Linux 2

Support for Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL 2) distros is being made available to Windows 10 versions 1909 and 1903. source https://www...

Thursday, August 20, 2020

Business leaders bear responsibility for employees' mental wellbeing, despite the pandemic-driven onslaught of remote interaction and supplanted in-person contact, according to a new survey.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/loss-of-traditional-tribes-has-left-tech-leaders-burdened-with-stress/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Loss of traditional "tribes" has left tech leaders burdened with stress

Business leaders bear responsibility for employees' mental wellbeing, despite the pandemic-driven onslaught of remote interaction and su...
Digital advertising has vulnerabilities, and this type of cybercrime will cost businesses $100 million a day by 2023, but goes almost completely unnoticed, according to adtech company TrafficGuard.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cisos-should-put-ad-fraud-security-on-their-radar/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

CISOs should put ad fraud security on their radars

Digital advertising has vulnerabilities, and this type of cybercrime will cost businesses $100 million a day by 2023, but goes almost comple...
Stanford has replaced logins and passwords with a digital key to improve endpoint security.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/university-cisos-say-zero-trust-is-the-best-defense-against-the-existential-threat-of-phishing/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

University CISOs say zero trust is the best defense against the existential threat of phishing

Stanford has replaced logins and passwords with a digital key to improve endpoint security. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/un...
For baseball stat geeks, the data mined with machine learning is a game-changer. Here's how one MLB team is using it to its advantage.

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Throwing a fastball: How the Minnesota Twins are using machine learning to analyze mounds of data

For baseball stat geeks, the data mined with machine learning is a game-changer. Here's how one MLB team is using it to its advantage. ...
Looking for a powerful, web-based virtual machine management platform? Jack Wallen walks you through the process of installing the Proxmox Virtual Environment.

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How to install the Proxmox Virtual Environment virtualization management solution

Looking for a powerful, web-based virtual machine management platform? Jack Wallen walks you through the process of installing the Proxmox V...
Cybercriminals have adapted by exploiting improperly secured VPNs, cloud-based services, and business email, says Malwarebytes.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-the-shift-to-remote-working-has-impacted-cybersecurity/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How the shift to remote working has impacted cybersecurity

Cybercriminals have adapted by exploiting improperly secured VPNs, cloud-based services, and business email, says Malwarebytes. source htt...
Security vendor Fortinet found several important similarities between how enterprises responded, and how they plan to adapt, to a future of remote work.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-coronavirus-related-telework-is-changing-the-enterprise-and-how-to-respond/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How coronavirus-related telework is changing the enterprise, and how to respond

Security vendor Fortinet found several important similarities between how enterprises responded, and how they plan to adapt, to a future of ...
The Greatest Spectacle in Racing will be held without fans in attendance this year. New technology upgrades are set to enhance the fan experience from afar.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/digital-transformation-enables-indy-500-to-fire-on-all-new-cylinders/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Digital transformation enables Indy 500 to fire on all new cylinders

The Greatest Spectacle in Racing will be held without fans in attendance this year. New technology upgrades are set to enhance the fan exper...
The company said it has achieved a quantum volume of 64 through full-stack improvements.

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IBM delivers highest quantum volume to date

The company said it has achieved a quantum volume of 64 through full-stack improvements. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ibm-d...
Carnegie Mellon University researchers said their work is the first large-scale study of the interactions between sound and robotic action.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/researchers-improve-perception-of-robots-with-new-hearing-capabilities/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Researchers improve perception of robots with new hearing capabilities

Carnegie Mellon University researchers said their work is the first large-scale study of the interactions between sound and robotic action. ...
Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology said they created one of the first wireless connections for underwater devices.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/saudi-arabia-professors-use-lasers-to-create-aqua-fi-for-underwater-internet/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Saudi Arabia professors use lasers to create "Aqua-Fi" for underwater internet

Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology said they created one of the first wireless connections for underwater dev...
A push to provide public cloud services with production-ready confidential computing capabilities able to protect data, applications, and processes.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/bank-of-america-daimler-and-apple-partnering-with-ibm-for-confidential-computing-services/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Bank of America, Daimler, and Apple partnering with IBM for confidential computing services

A push to provide public cloud services with production-ready confidential computing capabilities able to protect data, applications, and pr...
This personal home hologram machine could revolutionize the way organizations conduct business in the years to come.

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Hologram virtual meetings? Envisioning the future of remote collaboration, hiring, and more

This personal home hologram machine could revolutionize the way organizations conduct business in the years to come. source https://www.te...
The Amazon Echo Show, Facebook Portal and Google Nest Hub will all support the Zoom app starting in September, allowing users to launch meetings directly from their chosen smart display.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/zoom-is-coming-to-amazon-echo-google-nest-and-facebook-portal-heres-when/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Zoom is coming to Amazon Echo, Google Nest and Facebook Portal: Here's when

The Amazon Echo Show, Facebook Portal and Google Nest Hub will all support the Zoom app starting in September, allowing users to launch meet...

Wednesday, August 19, 2020

Learn how to configure and manage settings in Windows Sandbox. The tool can be used by developers and IT staff to test settings, apps, or malware behaviors without compromising the host system.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-configure-windows-sandbox-settings/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How to configure Windows Sandbox settings

Learn how to configure and manage settings in Windows Sandbox. The tool can be used by developers and IT staff to test settings, apps, or ma...
Apple's upcoming ARM-based silicon Macs apparently won't support Boot Camp, so you'll have to use a third-party virtualization program to run Windows 10 on your future Mac.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-run-windows-10-on-a-mac-using-parallels-desktop/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How to run Windows 10 on a Mac using Parallels Desktop

Apple's upcoming ARM-based silicon Macs apparently won't support Boot Camp, so you'll have to use a third-party virtualization p...
There are new issues organizations should consider as work from home continues with no end in sight. One expert offers ideas to secure your widening perimeter.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-keep-your-company-secure-while-employees-work-from-home/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How to keep your company secure while employees work from home

There are new issues organizations should consider as work from home continues with no end in sight. One expert offers ideas to secure your ...
An AI expert discusses how close pharmaceutical companies are getting to finding a coronavirus vaccine or treatment and why the use of the technology is helping.

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How AI is helping find a vaccine for COVID-19

An AI expert discusses how close pharmaceutical companies are getting to finding a coronavirus vaccine or treatment and why the use of the t...
If you want to lock down your Nextcloud instance so only certain computers can log in, follow these steps.

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How to restrict Nextcloud logins to IP addresses

If you want to lock down your Nextcloud instance so only certain computers can log in, follow these steps. source https://www.techrepublic...
Remote work has upset the traditional boundaries between our work and private lives, and once-personal topics like childcare or eldercare can become a challenge.

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Prevent "family resentment" among your teams to help sow harmony

Remote work has upset the traditional boundaries between our work and private lives, and once-personal topics like childcare or eldercare ca...
Manufactured by Thales, the EHS8 module family has security flaws that could allow attackers to take total control over internet-connected industrial machines.

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IBM finds vulnerability in IoT chips present in billions of devices

Manufactured by Thales, the EHS8 module family has security flaws that could allow attackers to take total control over internet-connected i...
Without early threat detection, you may not know your website has been hit by a DDoS attack until it slows down or stops, says NordVPN.

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NordVPN: How to protect your organization from DDoS attacks

Without early threat detection, you may not know your website has been hit by a DDoS attack until it slows down or stops, says NordVPN. so...
23% of employees would also relocate if sanctioned by their company, a survey by Marketo Engage finds.

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US workers feel they know their colleagues better now remotely

23% of employees would also relocate if sanctioned by their company, a survey by Marketo Engage finds. source https://www.techrepublic.com...
Google has tapped into its computer vision smarts and catalogue of satellite imagery to give Google Maps apps an overhaul.

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This huge upgrade to Google Maps brings granular, street-level data to major cities

Google has tapped into its computer vision smarts and catalogue of satellite imagery to give Google Maps apps an overhaul. source https://...
Thinking about upgrading your Ubuntu machines to kernel 5.8? Jack Wallen shows you how and warns you why you probably shouldn't.

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A case for and against upgrading Ubuntu to kernel 5.8 (and how to do it)

Thinking about upgrading your Ubuntu machines to kernel 5.8? Jack Wallen shows you how and warns you why you probably shouldn't. sourc...
365 ICS vulnerabilities were disclosed in the first half of the year, 75% of them are high or critical on the CVSS scale, and nearly three-quarters can be exploited remotely, according to a report.

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Industrial control system cybersecurity vulnerabilities are rising in 2020

365 ICS vulnerabilities were disclosed in the first half of the year, 75% of them are high or critical on the CVSS scale, and nearly three-q...
GoDaddy asked small business leaders about their plans for online spending and forecasts for future growth.

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Feeling optimistic: 71% of microbusiness owners expect to recover from COVID-19 financial hit within a year

GoDaddy asked small business leaders about their plans for online spending and forecasts for future growth. source https://www.techrepubli...

Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Intermittent desk workouts can add some healthy activity throughout the day. Here's some of our favorite desk exercise equipment.

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Desk exercise equipment to transform the workday into a workout

Intermittent desk workouts can add some healthy activity throughout the day. Here's some of our favorite desk exercise equipment. sour...
A new report from Ensono asks: Will virtual events and workplace experiences be what the tech industry needs to make progress on closing its gender gap?

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62% of female keynote speakers experienced discrimination at tech conferences

A new report from Ensono asks: Will virtual events and workplace experiences be what the tech industry needs to make progress on closing its...
Experts weigh in: As businesses continue to operate remotely, it's increasingly difficult to virtually convey a supportive reaction and to express understanding.

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6 ways to best express empathy in Zoom meetings

Experts weigh in: As businesses continue to operate remotely, it's increasingly difficult to virtually convey a supportive reaction and ...
Such a step could also make life difficult for app developers who use Epic's Unreal Engine for their games.

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Apple vows to kick Epic Games out of developer program over Fortnite fracas

Such a step could also make life difficult for app developers who use Epic's Unreal Engine for their games. source https://www.techrep...
One grand prize winner will get an unlocked Galaxy Note 20. *Open to US, Puerto Rico, and Canada (excluding Quebec). This giveaway ends on August 31, 2020.

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Enter to win a Samsung Galaxy Note 20*

One grand prize winner will get an unlocked Galaxy Note 20. *Open to US, Puerto Rico, and Canada (excluding Quebec). This giveaway ends on A...
Any.do might be the best task manager app on the market. Learn how to quickly add tasks from the Android notification shade.

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How to quickly add an Any.do task on Android

Any.do might be the best task manager app on the market. Learn how to quickly add tasks from the Android notification shade. source https:...
Stolen credentials are a thorn in any internet-facing organization's side. Auth0 claims it can reduce the effectiveness of attacks using them by 85% with its new bot detection tool.

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Credential stuffing attacks can be stopped, says Auth0

Stolen credentials are a thorn in any internet-facing organization's side. Auth0 claims it can reduce the effectiveness of attacks using...
Longtime Firefox user Jack Wallen shares his thoughts about Mozilla's recent news and says he has a new default browser: Vivaldi.

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Why Mozilla's layoffs and Google deal made me rethink my browser of choice

Longtime Firefox user Jack Wallen shares his thoughts about Mozilla's recent news and says he has a new default browser: Vivaldi. sour...
Learn to create profiles within PowerShell to customize your settings based on your working environment for optimal performance and efficiency.

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How to customize PowerShell settings using profiles

Learn to create profiles within PowerShell to customize your settings based on your working environment for optimal performance and efficien...
If you're a Windows admin migrating to Linux in your data centers, you'll be happy to know Procmon is now available to install on Ubuntu Server. Jack Wallen shows you how.

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How to install Microsoft's Procmon on Ubuntu Server 18.04

If you're a Windows admin migrating to Linux in your data centers, you'll be happy to know Procmon is now available to install on Ub...
With more people working remotely during the pandemic, the line between work and personal life often blurs. Respondents on TeamBlind.com put a price on a better work-life balance for employees.

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Pop-up poll: One-third of employees would take a pay cut for better work-life balance

With more people working remotely during the pandemic, the line between work and personal life often blurs. Respondents on TeamBlind.com put...
Make sure you allow enough time to complete the process and round up helpful resources to make the task frustration free.

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4 tips to make migrating to a new iPad, iPhone, or Mac easier

Make sure you allow enough time to complete the process and round up helpful resources to make the task frustration free. source https://w...
COVID-19 is putting citizen twins on the fast track, the composable enterprise is the key to digital transformation, and AI is everywhere.

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5 emerging tech terms you should know from Gartner's 25th Hype Cycle report

COVID-19 is putting citizen twins on the fast track, the composable enterprise is the key to digital transformation, and AI is everywhere. ...
SMBs are increasingly investing in digital responses to consumer concerns related to the pandemic, according to a Back to Business study.

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Visa: Contactless payment and online stores key to small business survival

SMBs are increasingly investing in digital responses to consumer concerns related to the pandemic, according to a Back to Business study. ...
The company says in SEC filing it is preparing for potential claims from guests, employees, and shareholders based on the data accessed.

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Carnival Cruises hit with a costly ransomware attack

The company says in SEC filing it is preparing for potential claims from guests, employees, and shareholders based on the data accessed. s...
Microsoft is pushing its new Edge browser to Windows 10 users, spelling the end of IE11 and legacy Edge support in core apps and services like Teams and Microsoft 365.

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Microsoft: This is when IE11 and legacy Edge support ends

Microsoft is pushing its new Edge browser to Windows 10 users, spelling the end of IE11 and legacy Edge support in core apps and services li...

Monday, August 17, 2020

Commentary: Worried someone might use your software for evil? If so, that's still not a good reason to apply a "Do No Harm" license to it.

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How JSHint learned the hard way not to use ethical source licensing

Commentary: Worried someone might use your software for evil? If so, that's still not a good reason to apply a "Do No Harm" li...
Proper password methodologies can be a challenge to master. Learn some tips from industry experts on how to streamline the process and safeguard your organization.

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Top 5 password hygiene security protocols companies should follow

Proper password methodologies can be a challenge to master. Learn some tips from industry experts on how to streamline the process and safeg...
Decentralized platforms are aiming to solve the issue of data ownership. Tom Merritt lists five platforms you should know about.

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Top 5 decentralized platforms

Decentralized platforms are aiming to solve the issue of data ownership. Tom Merritt lists five platforms you should know about. source ht...
This week, DARPA is conducting its third AlphaDogfight Trials. The winning AI will be pitted against a human pilot in a human vs. algorithm aerial showdown.

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AI fighter pilot vs. Air Force pilot: Dogfight showdown scheduled for this week

This week, DARPA is conducting its third AlphaDogfight Trials. The winning AI will be pitted against a human pilot in a human vs. algorithm ...
You can disable the unnecessary Windows 10 lock screen without risking an edit of the Registry File. This method is surprisingly simple and much safer.

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How to disable the lock screen the easy way in Windows 10

You can disable the unnecessary Windows 10 lock screen without risking an edit of the Registry File. This method is surprisingly simple and ...
One enterprise's low-code investment yielded $20.52 million in 3 years, including $8.1 million in application delivery savings, according to a new Forrester economic impact study.

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Case study: Low code is a low-risk, high-advantage proposition

One enterprise's low-code investment yielded $20.52 million in 3 years, including $8.1 million in application delivery savings, accordin...
You don't need a table to apply left and right alignment to the same line of text in Microsoft Word if you know this simple trick.

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How to apply both left and right alignment to text without using a table in Word

You don't need a table to apply left and right alignment to the same line of text in Microsoft Word if you know this simple trick. sou...
Mac users can take their productivity to the next level with these helpful apps.

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12 apps every Mac user should download

Mac users can take their productivity to the next level with these helpful apps. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apps-every-ma...
A hacker known as TrueFighter has been actively selling compromised Remote Desktop Protocol accounts on the Dark Web, says Nuspire.

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How one attack campaign steals and sells RDP credentials

A hacker known as TrueFighter has been actively selling compromised Remote Desktop Protocol accounts on the Dark Web, says Nuspire. source...
A study explores the possible range and risk of attacks from military robots and autonomous attack drones to AI-assisted stalking. Here are the top 5.

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AI-enabled future crimes ranked: Deepfakes, spearphishing, and more

A study explores the possible range and risk of attacks from military robots and autonomous attack drones to AI-assisted stalking. Here are ...
Wholesalers and retailers sell monthly subscriptions to stolen content as well as devices that often contain malware.

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Report finds content pirates make $1 billion per year stealing and reselling TV shows and movies

Wholesalers and retailers sell monthly subscriptions to stolen content as well as devices that often contain malware. source https://www.t...
Real Time Kinematics with 5G also supports location accuracy for drones and autonomous vehicles. This technology could be important for robotics and in emergencies.

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Verizon pairing Real Time Kinematics with 5G for precise location services, road safety, and IoT

Real Time Kinematics with 5G also supports location accuracy for drones and autonomous vehicles. This technology could be important for robo...
Microsoft Teams can help schools work remotely. With a winter of rolling lockdowns ahead, how can you get your school ready?

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Microsoft Teams: These features will help you to manage online classrooms

Microsoft Teams can help schools work remotely. With a winter of rolling lockdowns ahead, how can you get your school ready? source https:...

Friday, August 14, 2020

This step-by-step guide will help college students select the ideal hardware and software to meet their needs. The tips are also useful for small businesses and nonprofits.

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College students: 4 tips for choosing a computer to buy

This step-by-step guide will help college students select the ideal hardware and software to meet their needs. The tips are also useful for ...
Epic has filed lawsuits against Apple and Google after its Fortnite app was jettisoned from the App Store and Google Play. The issue: The 30% fee that Apple and Google get on each purchase.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/fortnite-maker-epic-games-battles-apple-and-google-over-app-store-ouster/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Fortnite maker Epic Games battles Apple and Google over app store ouster

Epic has filed lawsuits against Apple and Google after its Fortnite app was jettisoned from the App Store and Google Play. The issue: The 30...
Multiple calendars let you share calendars, but they can also complicate scheduling. Here's how to export and import Google Calendar data to reduce your number of calendars.

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How to consolidate Google calendars

Multiple calendars let you share calendars, but they can also complicate scheduling. Here's how to export and import Google Calendar dat...
A new report added to ResearchAndMarkets.com says the promising global IoT healthcare market is expected to jump up in five years, from 2020's $72.5 billion.

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2025 forecast: Global IoT looks good—a $188.2 billion opportunity

A new report added to ResearchAndMarkets.com says the promising global IoT healthcare market is expected to jump up in five years, from 2020...
New IoT systems help monitor the health of beehives to help ensure the security of the world food supply.

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SAS technologies help save honey bees, the world's No. 1 food crop pollinator

New IoT systems help monitor the health of beehives to help ensure the security of the world food supply. source https://www.techrepublic....
HealthShield asks three questions and then issues an entry pass or suggests next steps to address possible health problems.

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SMS service simplifies COVID-19 screening and compliance

HealthShield asks three questions and then issues an entry pass or suggests next steps to address possible health problems. source https:/...
Holograms have been fixtures of science fiction for decades. Now, one company has taken a giant leap toward making personal home holography a reality.

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Personal home hologram machine could make sci-fi a reality

Holograms have been fixtures of science fiction for decades. Now, one company has taken a giant leap toward making personal home holography ...
If you're a site owner or a G Suite administrator, learn how to upgrade your classic Sites to new Sites smoothly.

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How to transition from classic to new Google Sites

If you're a site owner or a G Suite administrator, learn how to upgrade your classic Sites to new Sites smoothly. source https://www.t...
CapGemini study recommends city leaders pick modernization projects that check both boxes to increase the chances of success.

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6 smart city services people would pay for and use

CapGemini study recommends city leaders pick modernization projects that check both boxes to increase the chances of success. source https...
Amazon Web Services hopes to empower companies by letting them test quantum algorithms in its fully managed Braket service.

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AWS announces general availability of Amazon Braket quantum computing service

Amazon Web Services hopes to empower companies by letting them test quantum algorithms in its fully managed Braket service. source https:/...
Concise communication can help technical teams clearly relay complex information, a crucial collaborative element as the workforce shifts online.

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The art of brevity: Communication tips for IT professionals, programmers, and developers

Concise communication can help technical teams clearly relay complex information, a crucial collaborative element as the workforce shifts on...
Instead of focusing on return to business, consider how technologies can give your business a competitive advantage.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ai-analytics-and-nlp-are-valuable-despite-lack-of-obvious-financial-return/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

AI, analytics, and NLP are valuable, despite lack of obvious financial return

Instead of focusing on return to business, consider how technologies can give your business a competitive advantage. source https://www.te...
Scammers use Social Security numbers and other data to create synthetic IDs to collect unemployment benefits, says IntSights.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-cybercriminals-are-exploiting-us-unemployment-benefits-to-make-money/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How cybercriminals are exploiting US unemployment benefits to make money

Scammers use Social Security numbers and other data to create synthetic IDs to collect unemployment benefits, says IntSights. source https...

Thursday, August 13, 2020

Organizations must quickly adopt the zero trust mindset of "never trust, always verify" to mitigate the spread of breaches, limit access, and prevent lateral movement, according to an Illumio report.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/zero-trust-is-critical-but-very-underused/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Zero trust is critical, but very underused

Organizations must quickly adopt the zero trust mindset of "never trust, always verify" to mitigate the spread of breaches, limit ...
At some point, your organization is likely to face issues with adequate staffing levels. There are a few best practices that can reduce some of the stress and unnecessary business disruption.

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How to keep up with demand when your company is short-staffed

At some point, your organization is likely to face issues with adequate staffing levels. There are a few best practices that can reduce some...
If you've configured your Ubuntu servers to automatically install security updates, you might want to follow that up by configuring email alerts for those upgrades.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-configure-email-alerts-for-ubuntu-auto-updates/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How to configure email alerts for Ubuntu auto updates

If you've configured your Ubuntu servers to automatically install security updates, you might want to follow that up by configuring emai...
Different professionals often need different hardware. Find out if one of these five tablets might may fill your workday niche.

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Top 5 tablets for business professionals in 2020

Different professionals often need different hardware. Find out if one of these five tablets might may fill your workday niche. source htt...
Jack Wallen, who has been using Linux for 20 years, shares a recent experience using the Windows platform and explains why it put the OS debate into perspective.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/linux-vs-windows-its-a-matter-of-perspective/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Linux vs. Windows: It's a matter of perspective

Jack Wallen, who has been using Linux for 20 years, shares a recent experience using the Windows platform and explains why it put the OS deb...
IDC smart cities analyst predicts cities will start setting policy around acceptable use before buying surveillance tech like drones and cameras.

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Pandemic forces public safety leaders to digitize workflows and fight misinformation

IDC smart cities analyst predicts cities will start setting policy around acceptable use before buying surveillance tech like drones and cam...
People in Europe and Canada have gone back to the hours they were working before the coronavirus shutdown.

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US and UK workers still logging 2 extra hours every day, according to VPN data

People in Europe and Canada have gone back to the hours they were working before the coronavirus shutdown. source https://www.techrepublic...
Companies are too reliant on dated software, the most essential-to-crises staff aren't required attendance at cybersecurity training, and the pandemic exacerbated problems, according to a new report.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/weak-and-infrequent-cyber-crisis-training-is-leaving-companies-vulnerable-new-research-says/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Weak and infrequent cyber-crisis training is leaving companies vulnerable, new research says

Companies are too reliant on dated software, the most essential-to-crises staff aren't required attendance at cybersecurity training, an...
The Oasis University Program is partnering with blockchain infrastructure providers to provide real-world experience to students.

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Global blockchain university program launches

The Oasis University Program is partnering with blockchain infrastructure providers to provide real-world experience to students. source h...
If you're not regularly checking your Ubuntu servers for available updates, you should at least enable them for automatic security updates. Jack Wallen shows you how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-enable-automatic-security-updates-for-ubuntu-server/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How to enable automatic security updates for Ubuntu Server

If you're not regularly checking your Ubuntu servers for available updates, you should at least enable them for automatic security updat...
Positive Technologies found in a recent study that criminals with few skills can hack a company in less than 30 minutes.

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Report: Unskilled hackers can breach about 3 out of 4 companies

Positive Technologies found in a recent study that criminals with few skills can hack a company in less than 30 minutes. source https://ww...
Want to hide files and folders from your Linux desktop file manager? Jack Wallen shows you one handy method.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-hide-files-from-any-file-manage-on-the-linux-desktop/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How to hide files from any file manager on the Linux desktop

Want to hide files and folders from your Linux desktop file manager? Jack Wallen shows you one handy method. source https://www.techrepubl...
Healthcare data breaches have fallen this year but could surge over the next few months as hospital records remain a top target, says CI Security.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-hospitals-can-better-protect-themselves-against-data-breaches/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How hospitals can better protect themselves against data breaches

Healthcare data breaches have fallen this year but could surge over the next few months as hospital records remain a top target, says CI Sec...
HR professionals say their companies do not need to make an investment in technology as they reopen, a survey by Appian finds.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/only-11-of-organizations-are-using-tech-to-ensure-a-safe-return-to-the-workplace/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Only 11% of organizations are using tech to ensure a safe return to the workplace

HR professionals say their companies do not need to make an investment in technology as they reopen, a survey by Appian finds. source http...
The digital resources were created as a response to a survey that found Gen Z is interested in emerging tech, but feels unprepared to use it.

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IBM launches three free AI-focused online learning platforms for young people and their teachers

The digital resources were created as a response to a survey that found Gen Z is interested in emerging tech, but feels unprepared to use it...
Now that Root AI's robot has mastered the art of picking oblong vegetables as well as oblate shaped berries, could this technology help enhance global food security?

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Future of farming: AI-enabled harvest robot flexes new dexterity skills

Now that Root AI's robot has mastered the art of picking oblong vegetables as well as oblate shaped berries, could this technology help ...
The flaws could also have helped attackers obtain usernames, phone numbers, voice history, and installed skills, says Check Point Research.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/amazon-alexa-flaws-could-have-revealed-home-address-and-other-personal-data/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Amazon Alexa flaws could have revealed home address and other personal data

The flaws could also have helped attackers obtain usernames, phone numbers, voice history, and installed skills, says Check Point Research. ...
New features in Windows 10 Preview Build 20190 make it easier for users to see what changes have been made to their PC following a major update.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-10-new-post-update-experience-will-highlight-whats-new-after-major-updates/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Windows 10: New post-update experience will highlight what's new after major updates

New features in Windows 10 Preview Build 20190 make it easier for users to see what changes have been made to their PC following a major upd...
Executives plan to continue to leverage a host of emerging technologies amid the new normal of day-to-day business operations.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/survey-digital-transformation-investments-expected-to-increase-in-months-ahead/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Survey: Digital transformation investments expected to increase in months ahead

Executives plan to continue to leverage a host of emerging technologies amid the new normal of day-to-day business operations. source http...
The revamped Gmail experience combines popular G Suite services within the Gmail app, simplifying collaboration and multitasking.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/g-suite-mail-chat-rooms-and-meet-come-together-in-new-gmail-experience/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

G Suite: Mail, Chat, Rooms and Meet come together in new Gmail experience

The revamped Gmail experience combines popular G Suite services within the Gmail app, simplifying collaboration and multitasking. source h...
Temporarily transitioning your team from in-house to remote is one thing; making it permanent is another and requires additional planning.

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4 things to consider when transitioning teams from in-house to remote

Temporarily transitioning your team from in-house to remote is one thing; making it permanent is another and requires additional planning. ...

Wednesday, August 12, 2020

APIs and data democratization helped Casey's General Store quickly launch new contactless customer services in response to COVID-19.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-caseys-digital-transformation-strategy-helped-it-roll-out-contactless-pizza-delivery/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How Casey's digital transformation strategy helped it roll out contactless pizza delivery

APIs and data democratization helped Casey's General Store quickly launch new contactless customer services in response to COVID-19. s...
The Google Cloud Pricing Calculator can give businesses perspective on the overall cost of cloud services and help them make better and more informed decisions.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-calculate-the-cost-of-google-cloud-platform-services/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How to calculate the cost of Google Cloud Platform services

The Google Cloud Pricing Calculator can give businesses perspective on the overall cost of cloud services and help them make better and more...
Do you need to gather data from users, but don't want to risk that data leaking to third parties? You might want to try the new Nextcloud Forms app.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-install-and-use-the-new-nextcloud-forms-feature/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How to install and use the new Nextcloud Forms feature

Do you need to gather data from users, but don't want to risk that data leaking to third parties? You might want to try the new Nextclou...
Social media apps put corporate networks at risk and provide raw material for deep fakes.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/abandoned-apps-like-tiktok-pose-a-security-risk-in-a-byod-world/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Abandoned apps like TikTok pose a security risk in a BYOD world

Social media apps put corporate networks at risk and provide raw material for deep fakes. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/aban...
Customers can now see how full their reserved train will be with a new capacity meter available on the railway service's website and app.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/amtrak-now-giving-passengers-real-time-updates-on-capacity-due-to-covid-19/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Amtrak now giving passengers real-time updates on capacity due to COVID-19

Customers can now see how full their reserved train will be with a new capacity meter available on the railway service's website and app...
Every company is made up of teams with members who should support each other and the team's goals as a whole. But is this always true? Here are some ways to see and address these issues.

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When there is an I in team: How to handle self-focused staff

Every company is made up of teams with members who should support each other and the team's goals as a whole. But is this always true? H...
The breach compromised 28,000 records, exposing such data as names, phone numbers, physical addresses, and email addresses.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/sans-cybersecurity-training-firm-suffers-data-breach-due-to-phishing-attack/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

SANS cybersecurity training firm suffers data breach due to phishing attack

The breach compromised 28,000 records, exposing such data as names, phone numbers, physical addresses, and email addresses. source https:/...
This Surface Duo guide covers features, pricing, and more details that you need to know about Microsoft's dual-screen device.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-surface-duo-a-cheat-sheet/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Microsoft Surface Duo: A cheat sheet about the dual-screen Android phone

This Surface Duo guide covers features, pricing, and more details that you need to know about Microsoft's dual-screen device. source h...
Because more people are working from home, it's become more difficult for employers to recognize and address the mental health issues brought on by uncertainty. Here are a couple of ways to be there for your team.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/2-ways-to-help-support-your-teams-mental-health/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

2 ways to help support your team's mental health

Because more people are working from home, it's become more difficult for employers to recognize and address the mental health issues br...
The company is initially targeting cities and local governments. These organizations could use the beacon to track assets such as fire engines and police cars.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/20-mile-bluetooth-beacon-apptricity-announces-ultra-long-range-device/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

20-mile Bluetooth beacon? Apptricity announces Ultra Long-Range device

The company is initially targeting cities and local governments. These organizations could use the beacon to track assets such as fire engin...
A high price, lackluster hardware specs, and TBD productivity gains make the Microsoft Surface Duo a hard pass for even the most ardent believer in foldable phones.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsofts-surface-duo-is-not-the-foldable-phone-youre-looking-for/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Microsoft's Surface Duo is not the foldable phone you're looking for

A high price, lackluster hardware specs, and TBD productivity gains make the Microsoft Surface Duo a hard pass for even the most ardent beli...
According to a new survey, 38% of IT leaders plan to increase their investment in cloud-based networking.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/66-of-hotels-and-hospitality-enterprises-considering-saas-models-in-covid-19-response/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

66% of hotels and hospitality enterprises considering SaaS models in COVID-19 response

According to a new survey, 38% of IT leaders plan to increase their investment in cloud-based networking. source https://www.techrepublic....
The latest series of Patch Tuesday security updates for Windows 10 includes patches for 17 bugs marked 'Critical' and 97 listed as 'Important'.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-fixes-windows-and-internet-explorer-zero-day-flaws-in-latest-patch-tuesday/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Microsoft fixes Windows and Internet Explorer zero-day flaws in latest Patch Tuesday

The latest series of Patch Tuesday security updates for Windows 10 includes patches for 17 bugs marked 'Critical' and 97 listed as ...
Moving on from passwords to strong authentication and adaptive access policies is key to improving security without hurting productivity, especially given the increase in remote working.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/security-in-the-new-normal-passwordless-is-the-way-forward/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Security in the 'new normal': Passwordless is the way forward

Moving on from passwords to strong authentication and adaptive access policies is key to improving security without hurting productivity, es...

Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, even the best supply chain and logistics companies have run into snags keeping up with demand and getting supplies to customers on time. The lessons learned can provide valuable insight.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/3-tips-for-logistics-companies-to-help-maintain-the-supply-chain-during-a-crisis/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

3 tips for logistics companies to help maintain the supply chain during a crisis

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, even the best supply chain and logistics companies have run into snags keeping up with demand and getting ...
Here are five smartphones to consider the next time you're shopping for a new mobile device for work.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-smartphones-for-business-professionals-in-2020/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Top 5 smartphones for business professionals in 2020

Here are five smartphones to consider the next time you're shopping for a new mobile device for work. source https://www.techrepublic....
Installing or upgrading to macOS Big Sur later this fall will be a quick, painless project by leveraging these simple commands for all your macOS-based devices.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-easy-way-to-install-or-upgrade-macos-big-sur/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How to install or upgrade to macOS Big Sur

Installing or upgrading to macOS Big Sur later this fall will be a quick, painless project by leveraging these simple commands for all your ...
A FlexJobs/Prudential survey reveals that 53% of respondents now earn half or less-than-half than before the coronavirus pandemic, and 31% have lost their entire income.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-the-covid-19-pandemic-is-negatively-impacting-personal-finances/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How the COVID-19 pandemic is negatively impacting personal finances

A FlexJobs/Prudential survey reveals that 53% of respondents now earn half or less-than-half than before the coronavirus pandemic, and 31% h...
The program, which has received federal recognition, is available in 11 states with more to follow, the company said.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/woz-enterprise-university-of-phoenix-partner-to-launch-it-apprenticeship-program/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Woz Enterprise, University of Phoenix partner to launch IT apprenticeship program

The program, which has received federal recognition, is available in 11 states with more to follow, the company said. source https://www.t...
A FlexJob roundup includes familiar names such as Appen, Robert Half, Pearson, Supporting Strategies, Kaplan, and Achieve Test Prep.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/here-are-the-top-15-companies-for-remote-part-time-work/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Here are the top 15 companies for remote part-time work

A FlexJob roundup includes familiar names such as Appen, Robert Half, Pearson, Supporting Strategies, Kaplan, and Achieve Test Prep. sourc...
Compared to the same time in 2019, console sales are up by 36.54%. After all, what else are we going to do when stuck at home?

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-covid-19-pandemic-has-been-a-major-money-maker-for-video-game-console-manufacturers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a major money maker for video game console manufacturers

Compared to the same time in 2019, console sales are up by 36.54%. After all, what else are we going to do when stuck at home? source http...
New features include data resiliency, as well as compliance tools designed for healthcare, finance, and government clients.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/slack-adds-more-key-management-options-splunk-integration-and-fedramp-certification/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Slack adds more key management options, Splunk integration, and FedRAMP certification

New features include data resiliency, as well as compliance tools designed for healthcare, finance, and government clients. source https:/...
As sensors are deployed around the globe, the open-source project aims to improve current earthquake detection and alert systems and using machine learning and other technologies.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/open-source-earthquake-alert-system-aims-to-revolutionize-seismic-monitoring/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Open-source earthquake alert system aims to revolutionize seismic monitoring

As sensors are deployed around the globe, the open-source project aims to improve current earthquake detection and alert systems and using m...
Despite the "extreme challenge" of COVID-19's impact, 47% of small and midsize businesses polled by Paycor are "somewhat confident" the US economy will bounce back.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/54-of-smbs-plan-to-hire-in-2020/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

54% of SMBs plan to hire in 2020

Despite the "extreme challenge" of COVID-19's impact, 47% of small and midsize businesses polled by Paycor are "somewhat ...
Jvion helps people find coverage, which keeps hospitals from footing the bill for uncompensated healthcare.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ai-company-pivots-to-helping-people-who-lost-their-job-find-a-new-source-of-health-insurance/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

AI company pivots to helping people who lost their job find a new source of health insurance

Jvion helps people find coverage, which keeps hospitals from footing the bill for uncompensated healthcare. source https://www.techrepubli...
Most IT leaders say their priorities have shifted since the coronavirus pandemic surfaced around the start of the year, says Hitachi ID.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cybersecurity-and-remote-support-are-top-goals-for-cios-in-2020/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Cybersecurity and remote support are top goals for CIOs in 2020

Most IT leaders say their priorities have shifted since the coronavirus pandemic surfaced around the start of the year, says Hitachi ID. s...
If you have CentOS servers in your data center, you'll want to make sure to patch them against BootHole. Jack Wallen shows you how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-patch-centos-against-boothole/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How to patch CentOS against BootHole

If you have CentOS servers in your data center, you'll want to make sure to patch them against BootHole. Jack Wallen shows you how. so...
Moving employees to a work-from-home model means your security infrastructure has to change quickly. Some recent breaches highlight the importance of cybersecurity.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-cybersecurity-has-changed-since-the-coronavirus-outbreak-began-and-what-it-means-for-businesses/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How cybersecurity has changed since the coronavirus outbreak began, and what it means for businesses

Moving employees to a work-from-home model means your security infrastructure has to change quickly. Some recent breaches highlight the impo...
The company says it will now work with Microsoft 365, OneDrive, and Google Classroom on iPad, and that it has bolstered Schoology capabilities.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/digital-classroom-app-kami-announces-new-integrations-for-the-fall/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Digital classroom app, Kami, announces new integrations for the fall

The company says it will now work with Microsoft 365, OneDrive, and Google Classroom on iPad, and that it has bolstered Schoology capabiliti...
As researchers race to develop a COVID-19 vaccine, phishing campaigns have landed on a topic ripe for exploitation, says Check Point Research.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/phishing-emails-tempting-people-with-fake-coronavirus-vaccines/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Phishing emails tempting people with fake coronavirus vaccines

As researchers race to develop a COVID-19 vaccine, phishing campaigns have landed on a topic ripe for exploitation, says Check Point Researc...
Now more than ever, the pressure is on for the education sector to innovate. TechRepublic looks at five key ed-tech trends expected to emerge in the post-pandemic landscape.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/five-ways-tech-is-going-to-change-everything-about-going-to-school/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Five ways tech is going to change everything about going to school

Now more than ever, the pressure is on for the education sector to innovate. TechRepublic looks at five key ed-tech trends expected to emerg...
After ten years of asking and the longest forum post in the company's history, 1Password is heading to Linux.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/linux-users-are-finally-getting-this-popular-password-manager/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Linux users are finally getting this popular password manager

After ten years of asking and the longest forum post in the company's history, 1Password is heading to Linux. source https://www.techr...
It is essential for these leaders to proactively address business challenges to stay ahead, according to a panel of executives.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/gartner-cios-should-begin-post-covid-19-recovery-strategy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Gartner: CIOs should begin post-COVID-19 recovery strategy

It is essential for these leaders to proactively address business challenges to stay ahead, according to a panel of executives. source htt...

Monday, August 10, 2020

Microsoft 365 provides the productivity tools required by enterprises. This guide covers key details about Microsoft 365, including available Office applications, system requirements, and pricing.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-365-a-cheat-sheet/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Microsoft 365: A cheat sheet

Microsoft 365 provides the productivity tools required by enterprises. This guide covers key details about Microsoft 365, including availabl...
Microsoft will no longer provide technical support, bug fixes, or security updates for Office 2010 and Office 2016 for Mac after Oct. 13, 2020.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-cutting-support-for-office-2010-and-office-2016-for-mac/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Microsoft cutting support for Office 2010 and Office 2016 for Mac

Microsoft will no longer provide technical support, bug fixes, or security updates for Office 2010 and Office 2016 for Mac after Oct. 13, 20...
Eighty percent of the modern workforce operates on the front line or in the field, and digital transformation has ignored their needs.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/mobile-business-software-growth-has-ignored-deskless-workers-study-finds/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Mobile business software growth has ignored deskless workers, study finds

Eighty percent of the modern workforce operates on the front line or in the field, and digital transformation has ignored their needs. sou...
Data science entails more than just collecting and analyzing data. Tom Merritt lists five basic data science steps.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-steps-for-good-data-science/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Top 5 steps for good data science

Data science entails more than just collecting and analyzing data. Tom Merritt lists five basic data science steps. source https://www.tec...
Companies basing their cloud infrastructure on Google's services can expect to see $7.54 in revenue for every $1 spent by 2025.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/google-cloud-partner-ecosystem-is-thriving-and-valuable-to-partner-companies-says-idc/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Google Cloud partner ecosystem is thriving and valuable to partner companies, says IDC

Companies basing their cloud infrastructure on Google's services can expect to see $7.54 in revenue for every $1 spent by 2025. source...
Commentary: If Fauna's founder Evan Weaver (Employee #15 at Twitter) has his way, we'll stop talking about databases and instead build with a data API, Twitter-style.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/this-early-twitter-engineer-has-a-suggestion-for-your-next-database/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

This early Twitter engineer has a suggestion for your next database

Commentary: If Fauna's founder Evan Weaver (Employee #15 at Twitter) has his way, we'll stop talking about databases and instead bui...
Even though US tech sector postings scaled back in July, information technology roles have grown by more than 203,000 positions since the COVID-19 outbreak, according to a new report.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/jobs-slowed-in-july-yet-net-it-employment-is-up/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

Jobs slowed in July, yet net IT employment is up

Even though US tech sector postings scaled back in July, information technology roles have grown by more than 203,000 positions since the CO...
Such attacks have tried to capitalize on the loans provided by the SBA in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-phishing-attacks-have-exploited-the-us-small-business-administration/#ftag=RSS56d97e7

How phishing attacks have exploited the US Small Business Administration

Such attacks have tried to capitalize on the loans provided by the SBA in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. source https://www.techrep...

 

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