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Friday, July 30, 2021

Move up in the profitable field of cybersecurity by improving your ethical hacking skills.

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July 30, 2021

This ethical hacking course could give your cybersecurity career a boost

Move up in the profitable field of cybersecurity by improving your ethical hacking skills. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/thi...
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Working at home has its advantages, but office collaboration is important, too. Here's what engineers seem to like best.

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July 30, 2021

Do engineers prefer to work from home or in the office? One expert explains

Working at home has its advantages, but office collaboration is important, too. Here's what engineers seem to like best. source https:...
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TaxGrid uses a distributed ledger and zero-knowledge proof to share tax information across tax agencies, banks and investors in near real-time.

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July 30, 2021

EY's new blockchain platform could solve a major tax headache

TaxGrid uses a distributed ledger and zero-knowledge proof to share tax information across tax agencies, banks and investors in near real-ti...
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Commentary: Few things rock a developer's world like GitHub. Here's why just about every developer depends on it.

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July 30, 2021

Microsoft CEO accidentally underplays GitHub's pervasiveness

Commentary: Few things rock a developer's world like GitHub. Here's why just about every developer depends on it. source https://w...
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Tom Merritt breaks down the recent trend of cyberattacks on physical infrastructure and how to prevent them.

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July 30, 2021

Top 5 things to know about cyber-physical attacks

Tom Merritt breaks down the recent trend of cyberattacks on physical infrastructure and how to prevent them. source https://www.techrepubl...
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It's all quiet on the DDoS front, but don't get complacent: The lull is expected, said Kaskersky, and new attack vectors could spell a coming resurgence.

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July 30, 2021

DDoS attacks are down 38.8% in Q2 2021

It's all quiet on the DDoS front, but don't get complacent: The lull is expected, said Kaskersky, and new attack vectors could spell...
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Between the new widget menu that only opens web pages instead of apps, and IE being disabled, the Edge browser will be front and center in the new OS

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July 30, 2021

What to expect from Microsoft Edge in Windows 11

Between the new widget menu that only opens web pages instead of apps, and IE being disabled, the Edge browser will be front and center in t...
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A new study compares situational use in light and dark mode and introduces a tool developers could use to assess app battery use.

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July 30, 2021

Is Dark Mode actually saving your smartphone battery?

A new study compares situational use in light and dark mode and introduces a tool developers could use to assess app battery use. source h...
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It will be hard to catch these smugglers, as they're abusing an essential element of web browsers that allow them to assemble code at endpoints, bypassing perimeter security.

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July 30, 2021

HTML smuggling is the latest cybercrime tactic you need to worry about

It will be hard to catch these smugglers, as they're abusing an essential element of web browsers that allow them to assemble code at en...
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Thursday, July 29, 2021

These online training courses also cover the fundamentals about programming languages, including Python, Java and JavaScript, as well as machine learning and data science.

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July 29, 2021

These 15 coding classes teach you how to build websites and mobile apps

These online training courses also cover the fundamentals about programming languages, including Python, Java and JavaScript, as well as mac...
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Migration tools are available, but most EC2 customers won't be impacted, said Gartner researcher.

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July 29, 2021

AWS is retiring EC2-Classic soon: Here's what you need to know

Migration tools are available, but most EC2 customers won't be impacted, said Gartner researcher. source https://www.techrepublic.com/...
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Decommissioning a redundant facility is a harder task than shutting down a standalone operation. Learn the appropriate steps to take to get the job done safely and reliably.

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July 29, 2021

20 steps to decommission a redundant data center facility

Decommissioning a redundant facility is a harder task than shutting down a standalone operation. Learn the appropriate steps to take to get ...
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Setting core hours—a period that's open for booking meetings—can help as employees transition to office work and permanent remote work.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-a-core-hours-policy-to-improve-employee-experience/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 29, 2021

How to use a core hours policy to improve employee experience

Setting core hours—a period that's open for booking meetings—can help as employees transition to office work and permanent remote work. ...
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SSH holds fingerprints of your remote machines in the known_hosts file. Sometimes you might need to remove or update one of those entries. Jack Wallen shows you how.

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July 29, 2021

How to remove or update a single entry from the SSH known_hosts file

SSH holds fingerprints of your remote machines in the known_hosts file. Sometimes you might need to remove or update one of those entries. J...
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Shipments of Chromebooks jumped by 75% in the second quarter, boosting overall results for the worldwide PC market, says Canalys.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/global-pc-shipments-surge-by-10-thanks-to-heavy-demand-for-chromebooks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 29, 2021

Global PC shipments surge by 10% thanks to heavy demand for Chromebooks

Shipments of Chromebooks jumped by 75% in the second quarter, boosting overall results for the worldwide PC market, says Canalys. source h...
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A report from Barracuda Networks also identifies attack risks associated with various roles throughout a company ranging from CEOs and IT departments to employees in sales.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-evolution-of-spear-phishing-and-who-criminals-are-targeting/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 29, 2021

The evolution of spear phishing and who criminals are targeting

A report from Barracuda Networks also identifies attack risks associated with various roles throughout a company ranging from CEOs and IT de...
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Spaces and tabs might be the quickest way to indent a paragraph in Word, but you might be sorry. Instead, use built-in indents to avoid random spaces and tabs rearranging your content unexpectedly.

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July 29, 2021

How to indent paragraphs in a Word document—the right way

Spaces and tabs might be the quickest way to indent a paragraph in Word, but you might be sorry. Instead, use built-in indents to avoid rand...
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The 2021 conference season is going to be a strange one, with many events still TBA or online only due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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July 29, 2021

2021 tech events, summits and conferences to add to your calendar

The 2021 conference season is going to be a strange one, with many events still TBA or online only due to the COVID-19 pandemic. source ht...
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Right now supply-chain vendors are a prime target for cybercriminals. One expert offers ways to remove the bullseye from supply vendors.

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July 29, 2021

How to ensure your vendors are cybersecure to protect you from supply chain attacks

Right now supply-chain vendors are a prime target for cybercriminals. One expert offers ways to remove the bullseye from supply vendors. s...
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Pathrise matches mentors from Big Tech with a diverse group of fellows to kickstart their careers.

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July 29, 2021

Here's how a strategic mentorship program helps marginalized candidates break into tech

Pathrise matches mentors from Big Tech with a diverse group of fellows to kickstart their careers. source https://www.techrepublic.com/art...
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The key to adopting a smart DevOps mindset, according to a CloudOps director? Prioritization and automation.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/behind-the-scenes-a-day-in-the-life-of-a-cloudops-director/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 29, 2021

Behind the scenes: A day in the life of a CloudOps director

The key to adopting a smart DevOps mindset, according to a CloudOps director? Prioritization and automation. source https://www.techrepubl...
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Contrary to what you may think, mainframe computing continues to be central to enterprises despite the success of cloud computing, and z/OS 2.5 could make mainframes even more valuable, the company says.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ibm-releases-zos-2-5-to-help-modernize-mainframe-computing/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 29, 2021

IBM releases z/OS 2.5 to help modernize mainframe computing

Contrary to what you may think, mainframe computing continues to be central to enterprises despite the success of cloud computing, and z/OS ...
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Users can now import existing presentations directly into the platform to share during live video presentations.

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July 29, 2021

Prezi announces Google Slides integration

Users can now import existing presentations directly into the platform to share during live video presentations. source https://www.techre...
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Manufacturers, suppliers and companies must rethink their supply chain operations, experts say.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/global-chip-shortage-is-hitting-close-to-home/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 29, 2021

Global chip shortage is hitting close to home

Manufacturers, suppliers and companies must rethink their supply chain operations, experts say. source https://www.techrepublic.com/articl...
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The new partnership is designed to help customers more quickly migrate critical business systems to the cloud and access different SAP services and products via Google Cloud.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/google-cloud-teams-up-with-sap-to-fast-track-cloud-based-business-migrations/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 29, 2021

Google Cloud teams up with SAP to fast-track cloud-based business migrations

The new partnership is designed to help customers more quickly migrate critical business systems to the cloud and access different SAP servi...
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DEF CON 29 sold out of virtual passes, so tuning in on Twitch and Discord are the best options for attending online this year.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-attend-black-hat-usa-2021-and-def-con-29-virtually/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 29, 2021

How to attend Black Hat USA 2021 and DEF CON 29 virtually

DEF CON 29 sold out of virtual passes, so tuning in on Twitch and Discord are the best options for attending online this year. source http...
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The creator of Rocky Linux has made the distribution available as a Docker image. Jack Wallen shows you how to get it, deploy it and modify it.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-rocky-linux-as-a-docker-container-image/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 29, 2021

How to use Rocky Linux as a Docker container image

The creator of Rocky Linux has made the distribution available as a Docker image. Jack Wallen shows you how to get it, deploy it and modify ...
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Amid new COVID-19 variants, shifting public health guidelines and plateauing vaccination rates, reentry presents myriad challenges as companies plan and deploy resources to support hybrid workforces.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/employees-know-theyre-headed-back-to-the-office-and-most-are-eager-to-return/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 29, 2021

Employees know they're headed back to the office and most are eager to return

Amid new COVID-19 variants, shifting public health guidelines and plateauing vaccination rates, reentry presents myriad challenges as compan...
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After a year of WFH, companies are offering a mixed bag of flexible work arrangements. In the hybrid work era, the traditional office is getting a makeover to assist workers on-site and elsewhere.

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July 29, 2021

"Real Estate for a Purpose": Cisco unveils hybrid work plans and tech to support distributed teams

After a year of WFH, companies are offering a mixed bag of flexible work arrangements. In the hybrid work era, the traditional office is get...
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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Everyone chats. Everyone chats with different apps and services. But which is the best? You might be surprised at the conclusion Jack Wallen draws.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-best-chat-software-for-linux-macos-and-windows-isnt-slack/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 28, 2021

The best chat software for Linux, macOS and Windows isn't Slack

Everyone chats. Everyone chats with different apps and services. But which is the best? You might be surprised at the conclusion Jack Wallen...
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The average cost of a data breach among companies surveyed for IBM Security reached $4.24 million per incident, the highest in 17 years.

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July 28, 2021

Data breach costs hit record high due to pandemic

The average cost of a data breach among companies surveyed for IBM Security reached $4.24 million per incident, the highest in 17 years. s...
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The number of ads selling access to corporate networks has continued to increase from 2019 to 2020 and into 2021, says Positive Technologies.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-the-dark-web-enables-access-to-corporate-networks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 28, 2021

How the Dark Web enables access to corporate networks

The number of ads selling access to corporate networks has continued to increase from 2019 to 2020 and into 2021, says Positive Technologies...
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A new Linux desktop environment is in the works, and Jack Wallen believes it could make a big splash when it lands.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cutefish-is-an-adorable-linux-desktop-environment-that-could-make-serious-waves/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 28, 2021

Cutefish is an adorable Linux desktop environment that could make serious waves

A new Linux desktop environment is in the works, and Jack Wallen believes it could make a big splash when it lands. source https://www.tec...
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It took much longer than expected but the queen of NoSQL DBMS' latest version, Cassandra 4.0, is finally here.

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July 28, 2021

Apache Cassandra 4.0 finally arrives

It took much longer than expected but the queen of NoSQL DBMS' latest version, Cassandra 4.0, is finally here. source https://www.tech...
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With the switch to remote work, employees have been left to foot the internet bill and many workers believe some changes are in order.

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July 28, 2021

Should employers pay for home internet during remote work?

With the switch to remote work, employees have been left to foot the internet bill and many workers believe some changes are in order. sou...
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After a year of remote work, companies are starting to usher employees back to the office with varying degrees of workforce enthusiasm and the Delta variant is only complicating workplace reentry.

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July 28, 2021

Here's how the Delta variant is impacting office reentry plans

After a year of remote work, companies are starting to usher employees back to the office with varying degrees of workforce enthusiasm and t...
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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Shoreline.io automates fixes that range from one-line commands to remediation loops.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/new-automation-platform-aims-to-help-devops-engineers-squash-tickets-forever/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 27, 2021

New automation platform aims to help DevOps engineers squash tickets forever

Shoreline.io automates fixes that range from one-line commands to remediation loops. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/new-autom...
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This article answers a few of the more common questions from those who are trying to figure out the XDR space.

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July 27, 2021

Frequently asked questions on Extended Detection and Response

This article answers a few of the more common questions from those who are trying to figure out the XDR space. source https://www.techrepu...
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A Forrester Research analyst makes the case for reassessing whether your organization needs a new approach now to ensure it delivers maximum customer value.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/forrester-analyst-does-your-it-operating-model-need-an-overhaul/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 27, 2021

Forrester analyst: Does your IT operating model need an overhaul?

A Forrester Research analyst makes the case for reassessing whether your organization needs a new approach now to ensure it delivers maximum...
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Material You is a new global theming engine for Android, and the third beta release extends that design scheme to icons. Jack Wallen shows you how to enable themed icons.

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July 27, 2021

How to enable themed icons in Android 12

Material You is a new global theming engine for Android, and the third beta release extends that design scheme to icons. Jack Wallen shows y...
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GB Sciences built a database and AI platform to analyze the healing powers of plants from nine traditional medicine practices.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/drug-discovery-company-works-with-ethnobotanists-and-data-scientists/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 27, 2021

Drug discovery company works with ethnobotanists and data scientists

GB Sciences built a database and AI platform to analyze the healing powers of plants from nine traditional medicine practices. source http...
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Jack Wallen has discovered a fantastic Linux performance monitor that is easy to use and gives you all the information you need at a glance. Here's how to install and use Netdata.

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July 27, 2021

How to monitor your Linux server performance with Netdata

Jack Wallen has discovered a fantastic Linux performance monitor that is easy to use and gives you all the information you need at a glance....
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You can catch more flies with honey than vinegar. Learn some tips to establish a positive reinforcement cybersecurity culture rather than a blame-and-shame game.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-create-a-positive-and-effective-cybersecurity-environment-instead-of-a-shame-culture/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 27, 2021

How to create a positive and effective cybersecurity environment instead of a shame culture

You can catch more flies with honey than vinegar. Learn some tips to establish a positive reinforcement cybersecurity culture rather than a ...
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To ward off the attack known as PetitPotam, Microsoft advises you to disable NTLM authentication on your Windows domain controller.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-warns-of-credential-stealing-ntlm-relay-attacks-against-windows-domain-controllers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 27, 2021

Microsoft warns of credential-stealing NTLM relay attacks against Windows domain controllers

To ward off the attack known as PetitPotam, Microsoft advises you to disable NTLM authentication on your Windows domain controller. source...
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Amid burnout, return to office plans and myriad incentives to jump ship, many employees are considering leaving their jobs for greener pastures.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/great-resignation-top-reasons-employees-are-quitting-right-now/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 27, 2021

Great Resignation: Top reasons employees are quitting right now

Amid burnout, return to office plans and myriad incentives to jump ship, many employees are considering leaving their jobs for greener pastu...
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Monday, July 26, 2021

Take this short, multiple-choice survey and tell us about your organization's tech budget for 2022.

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July 26, 2021

Where are your tech dollars going in 2022? We want to know!

Take this short, multiple-choice survey and tell us about your organization's tech budget for 2022. source https://www.techrepublic.co...
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Microsoft 365 subscriptions deliver a wealth of utility, including for Apple users. Here's how to access and install Microsoft 365 apps if you're using Apple products.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-download-and-install-microsoft-365-apps-on-mac-ipad-or-iphone/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 26, 2021

How to download and install Microsoft 365 apps on Mac, iPad or iPhone

Microsoft 365 subscriptions deliver a wealth of utility, including for Apple users. Here's how to access and install Microsoft 365 apps ...
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100% of survey respondents said education and developmental opportunities were "somewhat successful" or "very successful."

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/closing-the-skills-gap-report-reveals-pros-and-cons-of-workforce-training-initiatives/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 26, 2021

Closing the skills gap: Report reveals pros and cons of workforce training initiatives

100% of survey respondents said education and developmental opportunities were "somewhat successful" or "very successful....
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At some point, you're going to want to run commands from non-standard directories. When that happens, you'll want to add those directories to your $PATH. Jack Wallen shows you how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/linux-101-how-to-add-directories-to-your-linux-path/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 26, 2021

Linux 101: How to add directories to your Linux $PATH

At some point, you're going to want to run commands from non-standard directories. When that happens, you'll want to add those direc...
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Adding a personal or customized touch to a mouse cursor theme in Windows 10 requires users to perform several complicated tasks. We walk you through the process.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-add-a-customized-mouse-cursor-theme-to-windows-10/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 26, 2021

How to add a customized mouse cursor theme to Windows 10

Adding a personal or customized touch to a mouse cursor theme in Windows 10 requires users to perform several complicated tasks. We walk you...
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Commentary: Interested in building software for developers? Better follow these three design principles.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-create-successful-developer-products-according-to-akitas-ceo/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 26, 2021

How to create successful developer products, according to Akita's CEO

Commentary: Interested in building software for developers? Better follow these three design principles. source https://www.techrepublic.c...
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Is your Gmail inbox filled to overflowing with emails you've already read? Want to mass delete them? Jack Wallen shows you how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-clean-up-your-gmail-inbox-with-this-mass-delete-trick/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 26, 2021

How to clean up your Gmail inbox with this mass delete trick

Is your Gmail inbox filled to overflowing with emails you've already read? Want to mass delete them? Jack Wallen shows you how. source...
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Jack Wallen has finally settled on a single web browser as his default across all platforms. Find out what he considers the best browser and why he made the switch.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-best-browser-for-linux-windows-and-mac-isnt-google-chrome/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 26, 2021

The best browser for Linux, Windows and Mac isn't Google Chrome in 2021

Jack Wallen has finally settled on a single web browser as his default across all platforms. Find out what he considers the best browser and...
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If you want people to trust the photos and videos your business puts out, it might be time to start learning how to prove they haven't been tampered with.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/deepfakes-microsoft-and-others-in-big-tech-are-working-to-bring-authenticity-to-videos-photos/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 26, 2021

Deepfakes: Microsoft and others in Big Tech are working to bring authenticity to videos, photos

If you want people to trust the photos and videos your business puts out, it might be time to start learning how to prove they haven't b...
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Business and enterprise-level customers get the new digital signing feature beginning today, with rollout to the rest of Box's customers in the coming months.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/box-sign-brings-integrated-e-signatures-to-the-box-platform/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 26, 2021

Box Sign brings integrated e-signatures to the Box platform

Business and enterprise-level customers get the new digital signing feature beginning today, with rollout to the rest of Box's customers...
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Low-code programming tools aren't only for filling the "app gap." They can help optimize and automate common tasks.

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July 26, 2021

An inside look at Microsoft's Power Platform Process Advisor

Low-code programming tools aren't only for filling the "app gap." They can help optimize and automate common tasks. source h...
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Friday, July 23, 2021

Virbela builds virtual spaces to recreate the office experience in a simulated space for workers in all time zones.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/one-companys-virtual-reality-approach-could-end-the-debate-over-working-from-home/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 23, 2021

One company's virtual reality approach could end the debate over working from home vs. at the office

Virbela builds virtual spaces to recreate the office experience in a simulated space for workers in all time zones. source https://www.tec...
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After anglicizing his name, the founder of Knockri got a job. So he created a solution to remove bias from artificial intelligence in hiring.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ai-can-add-bias-to-hiring-practices-one-company-found-another-way/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 23, 2021

AI can add bias to hiring practices: One company found another way

After anglicizing his name, the founder of Knockri got a job. So he created a solution to remove bias from artificial intelligence in hiring...
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Automating the selection process isn't difficult if you rely on VBA's InputBox in Microsoft Excel.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-vbas-inputbox-function-to-select-a-range-on-the-fly-in-excel/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 23, 2021

How to use VBA's InputBox function to select a range on the fly in Excel

Automating the selection process isn't difficult if you rely on VBA's InputBox in Microsoft Excel. source https://www.techrepublic...
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Commentary: DuckDuckGo is small by Google's standards, but the company is proving it's very possible to make a lot of money with just a bit more privacy.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-duckduckgo-makes-money-selling-search-not-privacy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 23, 2021

How DuckDuckGo makes money selling search, not privacy

Commentary: DuckDuckGo is small by Google's standards, but the company is proving it's very possible to make a lot of money with jus...
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Whether you're learning how to use Python as a new developer or as a network admin, check out these online training courses.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/programming-languages-learn-python-basics-and-advanced-skills-in-these-12-courses/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 23, 2021

Programming languages: Learn Python basics and advanced skills in these 12 courses

Whether you're learning how to use Python as a new developer or as a network admin, check out these online training courses. source ht...
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Aliro Quantum has received up to $100,000 in funds from the U.S. Air Force to develop software supporting the design and operation of quantum networks for physics-based secure communications.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/quantum-entanglement-as-a-service-the-key-technology-for-unbreakable-networks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 23, 2021

Quantum entanglement-as-a-service: "The key technology" for unbreakable networks

Aliro Quantum has received up to $100,000 in funds from the U.S. Air Force to develop software supporting the design and operation of quantu...
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Persuasion, business acumen and pain-point storytelling are the drivers of successful business use cases.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-data-storytelling-to-build-business-use-cases-and-convince-your-audience/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 23, 2021

How to use data storytelling to build business use cases and convince your audience

Persuasion, business acumen and pain-point storytelling are the drivers of successful business use cases. source https://www.techrepublic....
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Thursday, July 22, 2021

For people in organizations that use Google Workspace, the migration from Hangouts to Google Chat begins Aug. 16—unless an administrator chooses to delay.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/google-makes-google-chat-the-default-for-more-people/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

Google makes Google Chat the default for more people

For people in organizations that use Google Workspace, the migration from Hangouts to Google Chat begins Aug. 16—unless an administrator cho...
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A company spokesperson confirmed that the key works but won't reveal the source, saying only that it came from a trusted third party.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/kaseya-obtains-universal-decryptor-key-for-recent-revil-ransomware-attacks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

Kaseya obtains universal decryptor key for recent REvil ransomware attacks

A company spokesperson confirmed that the key works but won't reveal the source, saying only that it came from a trusted third party. ...
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Technology is increasingly allowing companies to reconfigure products on demand. Tech leaders may soon be called on to support these next-generation products.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/are-software-configurable-products-in-your-companys-future/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

Are software-configurable products in your company's future?

Technology is increasingly allowing companies to reconfigure products on demand. Tech leaders may soon be called on to support these next-ge...
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Would you move to this hopeful tech hub? One woman who moved to The Natural State from California talks about why she did.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/nw-arkansas-is-paying-10k-for-tech-talent-to-move-there-and-its-working/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

NW Arkansas is paying $10K for tech talent to move there, and it's working

Would you move to this hopeful tech hub? One woman who moved to The Natural State from California talks about why she did. source https://...
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Neil Armstrong's first lunar sample collection took three minutes and 35 seconds. Let's just say Percy is taking a slow and steady pace with its first attempt.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/perseverance-set-for-its-first-sample-on-mars-but-bring-a-snack-because-its-going-to-take-a-while/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

Perseverance set for its first sample on Mars, but bring a snack because it's going to take a while

Neil Armstrong's first lunar sample collection took three minutes and 35 seconds. Let's just say Percy is taking a slow and steady p...
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Kaspersky's analysis found that cybercriminals are getting extra creative with the latest campaigns designed to harvest credentials.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/scammers-offer-streaming-services-giveaways-and-a-fake-cyber-currency-to-cash-in-on-the-olympic-games/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

Scammers offer streaming services, giveaways and a fake cyber currency to cash in on the Olympic Games

Kaspersky's analysis found that cybercriminals are getting extra creative with the latest campaigns designed to harvest credentials. s...
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As corporate demand soars for entry-level software developers, there are plenty to be found beyond the premier schools.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/which-universities-are-producing-todays-programming-talent/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

Which universities are producing today's programming talent?

As corporate demand soars for entry-level software developers, there are plenty to be found beyond the premier schools. source https://www...
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If you're a container developer, you should always have the latest version of the runtime engines you use. Jack Wallen shows you how to get that most up-to-date version of Docker installed.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/install-the-latest-version-of-the-docker-engine-to-avoid-vulnerabilities/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

Install the latest version of the Docker engine to avoid vulnerabilities

If you're a container developer, you should always have the latest version of the runtime engines you use. Jack Wallen shows you how to ...
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Commentary: Artificial intelligence is hard. Low-code options like Akkio aim to make AI much easier.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-low-code-development-could-boost-ai-adoption/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

How low-code development could boost AI adoption

Commentary: Artificial intelligence is hard. Low-code options like Akkio aim to make AI much easier. source https://www.techrepublic.com/a...
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Knowing that many organizations fail to patch known flaws, attackers continually scan for security holes that they can exploit, says Barracuda.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-cyberattacks-exploit-known-security-vulnerabilities/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

How cyberattacks exploit known security vulnerabilities

Knowing that many organizations fail to patch known flaws, attackers continually scan for security holes that they can exploit, says Barracu...
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Paralysis is the worst possible state for businesses to find themselves in when faced with the threat, says Claroty's CPO.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-ransomware-risk-management-calculus-is-changing-for-ot-ics-and-critical-infrastructure/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

The ransomware risk management calculus is changing for OT, ICS and critical infrastructure

Paralysis is the worst possible state for businesses to find themselves in when faced with the threat, says Claroty's CPO. source http...
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A dangerous vulnerability was found in the Linux systemd stack. Find out what it is and how to upgrade your Linux distributions.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/systemd-cant-seem-to-catch-a-break-new-vulnerability-found/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

Systemd can't seem to catch a break: New vulnerability found

A dangerous vulnerability was found in the Linux systemd stack. Find out what it is and how to upgrade your Linux distributions. source ht...
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To mitigate conflict risks, companies should be "over-communicating regularly" about return-to-work policies and the reasoning behind these strategies, according to one executive.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/office-revolt-companies-are-worried-about-employee-pushback-during-office-reentry/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

Office revolt? Companies are worried about employee pushback during office reentry

To mitigate conflict risks, companies should be "over-communicating regularly" about return-to-work policies and the reasoning beh...
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An attacker who exploits this flaw could use system privileges to install programs, view or delete data, and create accounts with full user rights.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-hivenightmare-bug-could-expose-system-files-to-non-admin-users/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 22, 2021

Windows "HiveNightmare" bug could expose system files to non-admin users

An attacker who exploits this flaw could use system privileges to install programs, view or delete data, and create accounts with full user ...
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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Microsoft Defender Application Guard protects your networks and data from malicious applications running in your web browser, but you must install and activate it first.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-activate-microsoft-defender-application-guard-in-windows-10/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

How to activate Microsoft Defender Application Guard in Windows 10

Microsoft Defender Application Guard protects your networks and data from malicious applications running in your web browser, but you must i...
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Commentary: Batteries aren't sexy, but they've never been more important. Here are battery innovations that might be coming soon.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/moores-law-doesnt-work-for-batteries-but-innovations-are-coming-anyway/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

Moore's Law doesn't work for batteries, but innovations are coming anyway

Commentary: Batteries aren't sexy, but they've never been more important. Here are battery innovations that might be coming soon. ...
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Artificial intelligence is a powerful tool, and an expert says we had better ensure it stays just that—a useful tool.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/should-we-use-ai-in-cybersecurity-yes-but-with-caution-and-human-help/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

Should we use AI in cybersecurity? Yes, but with caution and human help

Artificial intelligence is a powerful tool, and an expert says we had better ensure it stays just that—a useful tool. source https://www.t...
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Many tech and B2B companies have a social media presence on LinkedIn and Facebook, but these organizations could be missing out on engagement and brand-building opportunities.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-your-company-needs-to-be-on-instagram-and-strategies-to-jumpstart-your-gram-brand/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

Why your company needs to be on Instagram and strategies to jumpstart your 'gram brand

Many tech and B2B companies have a social media presence on LinkedIn and Facebook, but these organizations could be missing out on engagemen...
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Jack Wallen takes a look at the latest version of KDE Neon and comes away seriously impressed.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/kde-is-to-linux-what-7-was-to-windows/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

KDE is to Linux what 7 was to Windows

Jack Wallen takes a look at the latest version of KDE Neon and comes away seriously impressed. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article...
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Joining AT&T and T-Mobile, Verizon will set Google's messaging app as the default on all Android phones starting next year.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/verizon-to-default-to-rcs-enhanced-google-messages-app-on-all-android-phones/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

Verizon to default to RCS-enhanced Google Messages app on all Android phones

Joining AT&T and T-Mobile, Verizon will set Google's messaging app as the default on all Android phones starting next year. source...
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There is even more to space innovation than the fledgling space tourism sector. Somewhat out of the public eye, there is a fast-growing space tech industry.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-space-wide-web-is-ready-to-launch/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

The space wide web is ready to launch

There is even more to space innovation than the fledgling space tourism sector. Somewhat out of the public eye, there is a fast-growing spac...
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Zoom Apps and Zoom Events aim to let users do more with video communications to enhance meetings.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/zoom-rolls-out-two-product-offerings-geared-at-the-hybrid-workforce/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

Zoom rolls out two product offerings geared at the hybrid workforce

Zoom Apps and Zoom Events aim to let users do more with video communications to enhance meetings. source https://www.techrepublic.com/arti...
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The 2021 conference season is going to be a strange one, with many events still TBA or online only due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/2021-tech-events-summits-and-conferences-to-add-to-your-calendar/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 21, 2021

2021 tech events, summits and conferences to add to your calendar

The 2021 conference season is going to be a strange one, with many events still TBA or online only due to the COVID-19 pandemic. source ht...
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Fields that don't update automatically pose a problem with many users because they don't remember to update them manually. When you need this functionality, use this VBA procedure.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-vba-to-update-fields-in-a-word-document/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

How to use VBA to update fields in a Word document

Fields that don't update automatically pose a problem with many users because they don't remember to update them manually. When you ...
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Rust is creeping into the Linux kernel, which could mean a very important step forward in terms of security.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/let-the-linux-kernel-rust/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

Let the Linux kernel Rust

Rust is creeping into the Linux kernel, which could mean a very important step forward in terms of security. source https://www.techrepubl...
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The latest insider build for the upcoming new version of Windows lets you chat with other people even if they don't have Teams.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-11-insider-preview-adds-microsoft-teams-chat-feature/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 21, 2021

Windows 11 Insider preview adds Microsoft Teams chat feature

The latest insider build for the upcoming new version of Windows lets you chat with other people even if they don't have Teams. source...
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The findings detail a complex security balancing act between IT teams and users; especially in the age of remote work and virtual collaboration at scale.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cybersecurity-risk-the-number-of-employees-going-around-it-security-may-surprise-you/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 21, 2021

Cybersecurity risk: The number of employees going around IT security may surprise you

The findings detail a complex security balancing act between IT teams and users; especially in the age of remote work and virtual collaborat...
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Now is the time to bake a voice experience into products, according to a new analysis of how 6,000 consumers use virtual assistants.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/survey-voice-tech-is-at-a-tipping-point-with-31-of-respondents-using-it-daily/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

Survey: Voice tech is at a tipping point with 31% of respondents using it daily

Now is the time to bake a voice experience into products, according to a new analysis of how 6,000 consumers use virtual assistants. sourc...
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More cities have adopted drones, but researchers are finding ways for robots to take on tedious and dangerous tasks as well.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/smart-cities-robotic-challenge-puts-machines-to-everyday-tests-of-riding-elevators-and-delivering-food/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 21, 2021

Smart Cities Robotic Challenge puts machines to everyday tests of riding elevators and delivering food

More cities have adopted drones, but researchers are finding ways for robots to take on tedious and dangerous tasks as well. source https:...
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About one-quarter of respondents do not incorporate any of the listed measures to protect these devices and many feel as though consumers are not responsible for smart and IoT device security.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cybersecurity-lags-behind-as-iot-devices-proliferate-according-to-a-new-report/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 21, 2021

Cybersecurity lags behind as IoT devices proliferate, according to a new report

About one-quarter of respondents do not incorporate any of the listed measures to protect these devices and many feel as though consumers ar...
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ICS systems managed via cloud software are open to exploits that could be destructive enough to cause physical damage to industrial systems. Here's how to protect your operational technology network.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/moving-ot-to-the-cloud-means-accounting-for-a-whole-new-host-of-security-risks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 21, 2021

Moving OT to the cloud means accounting for a whole new host of security risks

ICS systems managed via cloud software are open to exploits that could be destructive enough to cause physical damage to industrial systems....
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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Trying to explain the business benefits of technology has been an ongoing IT challenge, and it still is today for analytics. CIOs should make storytelling a top priority.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-data-storytelling-in-business-matters-more-than-ever/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 20, 2021

Why data storytelling in business matters more than ever

Trying to explain the business benefits of technology has been an ongoing IT challenge, and it still is today for analytics. CIOs should mak...
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This might create problems for those from poorer countries. Their countries may not have the resources to create vaccine passports that are readable everywhere.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/vaccine-passports-have-to-be-consistent-so-that-all-countries-can-recognize-them-expert-says/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 20, 2021

Vaccine passports have to be consistent so that all countries can recognize them, expert says

This might create problems for those from poorer countries. Their countries may not have the resources to create vaccine passports that are ...
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The Office clipboard is a handy alternative to the built-in Windows clipboard when you need to copy and paste content.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-copy-and-paste-items-with-the-microsoft-office-clipboard/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 20, 2021

How to copy and paste items with the Microsoft Office clipboard

The Office clipboard is a handy alternative to the built-in Windows clipboard when you need to copy and paste content. source https://www....
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Worried about supply chain attacks? Tom Merritt can help you understand your risk.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-things-to-know-about-supply-chain-attacks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 20, 2021

Top 5 things to know about supply chain attacks

Worried about supply chain attacks? Tom Merritt can help you understand your risk. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-thing...
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From Zoom meetings to streaming tech events, there are reasons professionals who work remotely might consider repurposing their entertainment space for business.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-a-home-theater-can-be-useful-working-from-home/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 20, 2021

How a home theater can be useful working from home

From Zoom meetings to streaming tech events, there are reasons professionals who work remotely might consider repurposing their entertainmen...
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iPhones have been compromised by the NSO Group's Pegasus spyware. Should you be worried? That depends on who you ask.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/your-iphone-and-the-pegasus-spyware-hack-what-you-need-to-know/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 20, 2021

Your iPhone and the Pegasus spyware hack: What you need to know

iPhones have been compromised by the NSO Group's Pegasus spyware. Should you be worried? That depends on who you ask. source https://w...
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In businesses and homes, email is still a necessity for communication. But which email client is the best to use? You might be surprised to find out that it's not Outlook.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-best-email-client-for-linux-windows-and-macos-isnt-outlook/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 20, 2021

The best email client for Linux, Windows and macOS isn't Outlook

In businesses and homes, email is still a necessity for communication. But which email client is the best to use? You might be surprised to ...
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Microsoft 365 apps and services aren't just for Windows users. Apple users can wield the same potent tools using web-based interfaces and even a variety of Mac, iPad and iPhone apps. Here's how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apple-users-get-to-know-these-microsoft-365-solutions-to-improve-collaboration-productivity-and-more/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 20, 2021

Apple users: Get to know these Microsoft 365 solutions to improve collaboration, productivity and more

Microsoft 365 apps and services aren't just for Windows users. Apple users can wield the same potent tools using web-based interfaces an...
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The free QuickLook tool can display a variety of file types without you having to open them or launch their applications.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-quickly-view-your-files-and-documents-in-windows-with-quicklook/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 20, 2021

How to quickly view your files and documents in Windows with QuickLook

The free QuickLook tool can display a variety of file types without you having to open them or launch their applications. source https://w...
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Features and enhancements in iOS 14 include App Clips, Picture-in-Picture video mode, translation support in Siri, widgets and COVID-19 Exposure Notifications.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apple-ios-14-a-cheat-sheet-everything-you-need-to-know/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 20, 2021

Apple iOS 14 cheat sheet: Everything you need to know

Features and enhancements in iOS 14 include App Clips, Picture-in-Picture video mode, translation support in Siri, widgets and COVID-19 Expo...
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From online dating to cybersecurity, AI is routinely working behind the scenes in various aspects of our day-to-day lives.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/these-organizations-are-using-ai-to-reshape-operations-in-surprising-ways/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 20, 2021

These organizations are using AI to reshape operations in surprising ways

From online dating to cybersecurity, AI is routinely working behind the scenes in various aspects of our day-to-day lives. source https://...
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The goal is to help home and business users stay better organized and access their important Dropbox files more easily.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/dropbox-adds-suggested-folders-file-conversion-camera-uploads-and-more/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 20, 2021

Dropbox adds suggested folders, file conversion, camera uploads and more

The goal is to help home and business users stay better organized and access their important Dropbox files more easily. source https://www...
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A new report details hiring data across industries and parses out applicant data by demographics for a more granular look at the latest workforce trends.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/female-job-applicants-surge-month-over-month-after-marked-workforce-losses-in-2020/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 20, 2021

Female job applicants surge month over month after marked workforce losses in 2020

A new report details hiring data across industries and parses out applicant data by demographics for a more granular look at the latest work...
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Learn how to create, store and share Microsoft Office documents using Dropbox.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-integrate-and-use-microsoft-office-with-dropbox/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 20, 2021

How to integrate and use Microsoft Office with Dropbox

Learn how to create, store and share Microsoft Office documents using Dropbox. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-integrat...
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Red Hat has opened a new subscription model for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (and other products) to academic institutions for reduced-cost licensing.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/red-hat-expands-its-reach-into-academia-and-research-institutions/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 20, 2021

Red Hat expands its reach into academia and research institutions

Red Hat has opened a new subscription model for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (and other products) to academic institutions for reduced-cost lice...
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When you need to insert contact information that's in Outlook's Address Book into a Word document, add the Address Book to Microsoft Word!

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-quickly-insert-contact-information-into-a-word-document/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 20, 2021

How to quickly insert contact information into a Word document

When you need to insert contact information that's in Outlook's Address Book into a Word document, add the Address Book to Microsoft...
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Ransomware knows no borders. An attorney with cybersecurity expertise suggests the only way to stop ransomware is for nations to create a global solution.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ransomware-international-cooperation-is-needed-to-curb-these-cybersecurity-threats-says-expert/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
in
July 20, 2021

Ransomware: International cooperation is needed to curb these cybersecurity threats, says expert

Ransomware knows no borders. An attorney with cybersecurity expertise suggests the only way to stop ransomware is for nations to create a gl...
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With iOS 14.5 and higher, Apple offers several ways to tweak Siri's voice according to your personal preferences.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-customize-siris-voice-in-ios-14-5/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 20, 2021

How to customize Siri's voice in iOS 14.5

With iOS 14.5 and higher, Apple offers several ways to tweak Siri's voice according to your personal preferences. source https://www.t...
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Helping others use data is "like giving them a superpower," says the senior data scientist at an ag-tech startup, Plenty.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/behind-the-scenes-a-day-in-the-life-of-a-data-scientist/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 20, 2021

Behind the scenes: A day in the life of a data scientist

Helping others use data is "like giving them a superpower," says the senior data scientist at an ag-tech startup, Plenty. source...
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Ransomware victims face tightened budgets, lost productivity and other problems. In most cases, new post-attack security measures could have prevented the ransomware attack if implemented beforehand.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ransomware-fallout-is-devastating-and-could-often-be-avoided-study-finds/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 20, 2021

Ransomware fallout is devastating and could often be avoided, study finds

Ransomware victims face tightened budgets, lost productivity and other problems. In most cases, new post-attack security measures could have...
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A new report finds that 74% of companies have been the victim of phishing in the last year. Staff shortages, a lack of security training and an increase in mobile device usage for work are factors.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/companies-are-losing-the-war-against-phishing-as-attacks-increase-in-number-and-sophistication/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 20, 2021

Companies are losing the war against phishing as attacks increase in number and sophistication

A new report finds that 74% of companies have been the victim of phishing in the last year. Staff shortages, a lack of security training and...
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Monday, July 19, 2021

Developing a QA strategy for unstructured data and analytics can be a trying and elusive process, but there are several things we've learned that can improve accuracy of results.

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July 19, 2021

5 challenges to implementing QA strategy in data and analytics projects

Developing a QA strategy for unstructured data and analytics can be a trying and elusive process, but there are several things we've lea...
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Give your PC a little extra security. HVCI and VBS are available in 64-bit versions of Windows 10, but you must turn them on manually. We show you how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-activate-virtualization-based-security-and-core-isolation-in-windows-10/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 19, 2021

How to activate virtualization-based security and core isolation in Windows 10

Give your PC a little extra security. HVCI and VBS are available in 64-bit versions of Windows 10, but you must turn them on manually. We sh...
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A report by Galvanize revealed insights into the workloads and technological outlook for governance, risk and compliance professionals. Find out what you need to know about this field.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/report-41-of-grc-pros-adopting-cloud-based-technology-in-post-pandemic-recovery/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 19, 2021

Report: 41% of GRC pros adopting cloud-based technology in post-pandemic recovery

A report by Galvanize revealed insights into the workloads and technological outlook for governance, risk and compliance professionals. Find...
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The US has also blamed hackers working with China for ransomware attacks, extortion, crypto-jacking and other cybercrimes.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/us-and-allies-finger-china-in-microsoft-exchange-hack/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 19, 2021

US and allies finger China in Microsoft Exchange hack

The US has also blamed hackers working with China for ransomware attacks, extortion, crypto-jacking and other cybercrimes. source https://...
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Jack Wallen introduces you to aliases to help make your Linux command life a bit simpler.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/linux-101-what-are-aliases-and-how-do-you-use-them/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 19, 2021

Linux 101: What are aliases and how do you use them?

Jack Wallen introduces you to aliases to help make your Linux command life a bit simpler. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/linu...
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Silicon Valley is a great place to earn top dollar, but getting your money's worth out of your salary may make you look in locations that aren't considered top tech hubs.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/tech-professionals-make-up-to-85-more-than-state-averages-in-other-industries/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 19, 2021

Tech professionals make up to 85% more than state averages in other industries

Silicon Valley is a great place to earn top dollar, but getting your money's worth out of your salary may make you look in locations tha...
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The pandemic saw many women drop out of the workforce, but quite a few of them started their own businesses.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/women-were-four-times-more-likely-to-cite-flexibility-as-the-reason-for-starting-a-business/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 19, 2021

Women were four times more likely to cite flexibility as the reason for starting a business

The pandemic saw many women drop out of the workforce, but quite a few of them started their own businesses. source https://www.techrepubl...
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Rapid digital transformation driven by COVID-19 has caused big banks to become innovative. Smaller financial organizations must follow the leaders to avoid being left behind, says Juniper Research.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/report-more-than-half-the-worlds-population-will-use-digital-banking-by-2026/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 19, 2021

Report: More than half the World's population will use digital banking by 2026

Rapid digital transformation driven by COVID-19 has caused big banks to become innovative. Smaller financial organizations must follow the l...
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Is your Chromebook acting up? Jack Wallen introduces you to the ChromeOS Diagnostic tool, with which you can run hardware tests on your Chromebook.

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July 19, 2021

How to quickly run diagnostics on your Chromebook

Is your Chromebook acting up? Jack Wallen introduces you to the ChromeOS Diagnostic tool, with which you can run hardware tests on your Chro...
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If your source data is in Excel and has duplicates, run Power Query to remove those duplicates before running a Word mail merge.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-remove-duplicate-excel-records-before-running-a-mail-merge-with-word/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 19, 2021

How to remove duplicate Excel records before running a mail merge with Word

If your source data is in Excel and has duplicates, run Power Query to remove those duplicates before running a Word mail merge. source ht...
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Commentary: Given the importance of documentation to making software usable, should documentarians earn a bigger paycheck than developers?

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July 19, 2021

Should documentation writers get paid more than developers?

Commentary: Given the importance of documentation to making software usable, should documentarians earn a bigger paycheck than developers? ...
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Friday, July 16, 2021

The Kaseya attack is especially unique because it didn't begin with a password breach, and the companies were following cybersecurity best practices. So, how can we protect against this threat?

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/kaseya-attack-yes-we-can-do-something-about-this-and-we-should-do-something-about-this/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

Kaseya attack: "Yes, we can do something about this, and we should do something about this"

The Kaseya attack is especially unique because it didn't begin with a password breach, and the companies were following cybersecurity be...
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If you're looking to land a WFH job, rewrite your resume to highlight previous experience with remote work and managing remote teams.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/16-full-time-remote-jobs-in-cryptocurrency-for-developers-leaders-and-recruiters/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

16 full-time remote jobs in cryptocurrency for developers, leaders and recruiters

If you're looking to land a WFH job, rewrite your resume to highlight previous experience with remote work and managing remote teams. ...
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If you've already spent the time learning SELinux, but have to deploy Ubuntu as a server operating system, you can install SELinux and be on familiar ground. Jack Wallen shows you how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-install-selinux-on-ubuntu-server-20-04/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

How to install SELinux on Ubuntu Server 20.04

If you've already spent the time learning SELinux, but have to deploy Ubuntu as a server operating system, you can install SELinux and b...
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Nearly half of all cybersecurity alerts are false positives, and 75% of companies spend an equal amount of time, or more, on them than on actual attacks, a Fastly/ESG report reveals.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-number-of-false-positive-security-alerts-is-staggering-heres-what-you-can-do-to-reduce-yours/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

The number of false positive security alerts is staggering. Here's what you can do to reduce yours

Nearly half of all cybersecurity alerts are false positives, and 75% of companies spend an equal amount of time, or more, on them than on ac...
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Microsoft Linux has arrived, but it's not what you imagined. Jack Wallen shares his take on this new arrival called CBL-Mariner and even shows you how to build it.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-linux-is-not-what-you-think-or-hoped-it-would-be/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

Microsoft Linux is not what you thought (or hoped) it would be

Microsoft Linux has arrived, but it's not what you imagined. Jack Wallen shares his take on this new arrival called CBL-Mariner and even...
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Curious to see how IT budget dollars shifted over the years? We revisited previous IT budget surveys to find out.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/budget-breakdown-how-it-budgets-changed-over-the-last-5-years/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

Budget breakdown: How IT budgets changed over the years

Curious to see how IT budget dollars shifted over the years? We revisited previous IT budget surveys to find out. source https://www.techr...
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Even with limits on time, participants and features, the free edition of Google Meet still makes a compelling choice for video conferencing

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-make-the-most-of-free-google-meet-features/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

How to make the most of free Google Meet features

Even with limits on time, participants and features, the free edition of Google Meet still makes a compelling choice for video conferencing ...
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Although IT and business users may think they have a solid business use case for their analytics, management might not agree. Here are some rules that can help you avoid disappointment.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/3-rules-for-designing-a-strong-analytics-use-case-for-your-proposed-project/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

3 rules for designing a strong analytics use case for your proposed project

Although IT and business users may think they have a solid business use case for their analytics, management might not agree. Here are some ...
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It's a job seekers market out there, and developers aren't the only ones in high demand: Management positions and networking professionals are proving hard to find as well.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/5-tech-jobs-that-keep-going-unfilled-and-why-they-might-be-vacant/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

5 tech jobs that keep going unfilled, and why they might be vacant

It's a job seekers market out there, and developers aren't the only ones in high demand: Management positions and networking profess...
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Jack Wallen has finally settled on a single web browser as his default across all platforms. Find out what he considers the best browser and why he made the switch.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-best-browser-for-linux-windows-and-mac-isnt-google-chrome/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

The best browser for Linux, Windows and Mac isn't Google Chrome

Jack Wallen has finally settled on a single web browser as his default across all platforms. Find out what he considers the best browser and...
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A FlexJobs representative provides a number of resume writing tips to reduce the risk of ageism during the application process, help flex the remote work skills and more.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/looking-for-a-new-job-these-modern-resume-tips-could-boost-your-odds-and-help-you-stand-out/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

Looking for a new job? These modern resume tips could boost your odds and help you stand out

A FlexJobs representative provides a number of resume writing tips to reduce the risk of ageism during the application process, help flex th...
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Android 12 improves the user experience from Android 11 and adds exciting features to the platform. Here's what developers, businesses and users need to know about Google's Android 12.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/android-12-cheat-sheet-everything-you-need-to-know/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

Android 12 cheat sheet: Everything you need to know

Android 12 improves the user experience from Android 11 and adds exciting features to the platform. Here's what developers, businesses a...
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The potential financial benefits can reach 9% of annual revenue over the next five years in an organization with $10 billion in annual revenue, a new Capgemini report finds.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-data-sharing-ecosystems-are-giving-organizations-a-competitive-edge/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 16, 2021

How data sharing ecosystems are giving organizations a competitive edge

The potential financial benefits can reach 9% of annual revenue over the next five years in an organization with $10 billion in annual reven...
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Thursday, July 15, 2021

Having the right tools to visualize your company data is key to success in the modern world of business. Jack Wallen shows you how to deploy an Elasticsearch cluster to serve as your foundation.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-deploy-an-elasticsearch-cluster-on-ubuntu-server-20-04/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 15, 2021

How to deploy an Elasticsearch cluster on Ubuntu Server 20.04

Having the right tools to visualize your company data is key to success in the modern world of business. Jack Wallen shows you how to deploy...
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New content is designed to reduce burnout and improve inclusion. But it's more than just a corporate intranet site.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-adds-health-and-wellness-features-to-viva-with-limeade-partnership/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 15, 2021

Microsoft adds health and wellness features to Viva with Limeade partnership

New content is designed to reduce burnout and improve inclusion. But it's more than just a corporate intranet site. source https://www...
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Security experts recommend looking for increased activity from illicit mining on corporate networks when cryptocurrency prices go up.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cisco-talos-researchers-find-crypto-mining-detections-have-doubled-in-the-last-year/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 15, 2021

Cisco Talos researchers find crypto mining detections have doubled in the last year

Security experts recommend looking for increased activity from illicit mining on corporate networks when cryptocurrency prices go up. sour...
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Running your Windows 10 PC with TPM and Secure Boot active is a prerequisite for Windows 11. You can activate the security protocols now with a few settings changes.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-activate-tpm-2-0-and-secure-boot-in-windows-10/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 15, 2021

How to activate TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot in Windows 10

Running your Windows 10 PC with TPM and Secure Boot active is a prerequisite for Windows 11. You can activate the security protocols now wit...
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In the last year, Zoom meetings, "pings" and digital whiteboard sessions have replaced in-person collaboration for many teams, complicating traditional team-building strategies.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-build-company-culture-in-remote-and-hybrid-work-models/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 15, 2021

How to build company culture in remote and hybrid work models

In the last year, Zoom meetings, "pings" and digital whiteboard sessions have replaced in-person collaboration for many teams, com...
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The findings reveal sentiments about algorithms used in dating apps and more. Turns out, lots of people have dated a virtual AI companion and would do so again.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/would-you-date-a-virtual-companion-report-sheds-light-on-love-in-an-algorithmic-age/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 15, 2021

Would you date a virtual companion? Report sheds light on "love in an algorithmic age"

The findings reveal sentiments about algorithms used in dating apps and more. Turns out, lots of people have dated a virtual AI companion an...
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Python, TypeScript, Kotlin, SQL and Go, are on the rise, according to a State of Developer Ecosystem report. But one language still leads the pack.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-language-is-the-most-popular-for-developers-no-its-not-python/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 15, 2021

What language is the most popular for developers? No, it's not Python

Python, TypeScript, Kotlin, SQL and Go, are on the rise, according to a State of Developer Ecosystem report. But one language still leads th...
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Android 12 adds killswitches for both the mic and camera. Jack Wallen shows you how to add them and use them.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-add-the-mic-and-camera-killswitches-in-android-12/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 15, 2021

How to add the mic and camera killswitches in Android 12

Android 12 adds killswitches for both the mic and camera. Jack Wallen shows you how to add them and use them. source https://www.techrepub...
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Microsoft aims to make it easier to build custom Teams apps, helping your team enjoy easier and more specialized collaboration.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/build-custom-teams-apps-with-the-new-teams-developer-portal/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 15, 2021

Build custom Teams apps with the new Teams Developer Portal

Microsoft aims to make it easier to build custom Teams apps, helping your team enjoy easier and more specialized collaboration. source htt...
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Being a developer requires more than just being good at coding. Here's how one full-stack developer gets the job done.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/behind-the-scenes-a-day-in-the-life-of-a-freelance-javascript-developer/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 15, 2021

Behind the scenes: A day in the life of a freelance JavaScript Developer

Being a developer requires more than just being good at coding. Here's how one full-stack developer gets the job done. source https://...
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IT and OT environments are increasing targets and threat actors are using Dark Web forums to launch cybercrimes, according to Accenture's 2021 Cyber Threat Intelligence report.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ransomware-attackers-are-growing-bolder-and-using-new-extortion-methods/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 15, 2021

Ransomware attackers are growing bolder and using new extortion methods

IT and OT environments are increasing targets and threat actors are using Dark Web forums to launch cybercrimes, according to Accenture'...
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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

Any big event is likely to attract bad actors. Keeping the games safe from attack is a huge undertaking for event planners.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/tokyo-2020-olympics-must-be-extra-secure-to-avoid-cyberattacks-and-ransomware/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Tokyo 2020 Olympics must be extra secure to avoid cyberattacks and ransomware

Any big event is likely to attract bad actors. Keeping the games safe from attack is a huge undertaking for event planners. source https:/...
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With innovations like biofeedback, AR surgery, on-demand care and more, technology is helping improve medical care. Tom Merritt lists five things to know about digital health.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-trends-in-digital-health/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Top 5 trends in digital health

With innovations like biofeedback, AR surgery, on-demand care and more, technology is helping improve medical care. Tom Merritt lists five t...
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Jack Wallen's eyes have finally been opened to how truly impressive Linux Mint is. Read on to find out why he believes the developers have perfected the desktop operating system.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-the-linux-mint-developers-have-pulled-off-is-nothing-short-of-astounding/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

What the Linux Mint developers have pulled off is nothing short of astounding

Jack Wallen's eyes have finally been opened to how truly impressive Linux Mint is. Read on to find out why he believes the developers ha...
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Security researchers think HoneyMyte is behind the advanced persistent threat that has mostly targeted government entities.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/kaspersky-luminousmoth-spearphishing-campaign-hit-1500-targets-in-asia/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Kaspersky: LuminousMoth spearphishing campaign hit 1,500 targets in Asia

Security researchers think HoneyMyte is behind the advanced persistent threat that has mostly targeted government entities. source https:/...
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Half of those who plan to add 5G said they will build their own, and the other half will buy it from service providers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/5g-adoption-is-increasing-in-industries-capgemini-report-says/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

5G adoption is increasing in industries, Capgemini report says

Half of those who plan to add 5G said they will build their own, and the other half will buy it from service providers. source https://www...
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The third beta release of Android 12 is now available. Find out what new and exciting features and improvements have been added to the platform.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/android-12-beta-3-now-available-bringing-the-release-closer-to-the-platform-stability-milestone/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Android 12 beta 3 now available, bringing the release closer to the Platform Stability milestone

The third beta release of Android 12 is now available. Find out what new and exciting features and improvements have been added to the platf...
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TomTom has partnered with AI insurance startup Loop to offer coverage that weighs driving habits over demographics.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/car-insurance-and-more-could-get-cheaper-and-a-lot-fairer-thanks-to-artificial-intelligence/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Car insurance and more could get cheaper (and, a lot fairer) thanks to artificial intelligence

TomTom has partnered with AI insurance startup Loop to offer coverage that weighs driving habits over demographics. source https://www.tec...
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If you think regular IT project managers can run IoT projects, you might be miscalculating. Here's why.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/iot-projects-demand-new-skills-from-it-project-managers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

IoT projects demand new skills from IT project managers

If you think regular IT project managers can run IoT projects, you might be miscalculating. Here's why. source https://www.techrepubli...
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The report parses out data by industry. Overall, healthcare topped the list, followed by financial services and manufacturing and utilities.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/personal-data-compromises-up-38-according-to-new-cybersecurity-report/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Personal data compromises up 38%, according to new cybersecurity report

The report parses out data by industry. Overall, healthcare topped the list, followed by financial services and manufacturing and utilities....
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CV has the potential to boost revenue, save time and money, improve customer experience and automate dangerous work, according to a new IDG/Insight survey.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/report-computer-vision-adoption-expected-to-grow-significantly-in-the-near-future/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Report: Computer vision adoption expected to grow significantly in the near future

CV has the potential to boost revenue, save time and money, improve customer experience and automate dangerous work, according to a new IDG/...
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Digital.ai's 15th annual survey found that 84% of developer teams are using agile methods and the DevOps trend continues to grow as well.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/pressures-of-the-pandemic-motivate-a-big-shift-to-agile-programming-practices/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Pressures of the pandemic motivate a big shift to agile programming practices

Digital.ai's 15th annual survey found that 84% of developer teams are using agile methods and the DevOps trend continues to grow as well...
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Simpler setup, simpler management and simpler pricing than the Azure Virtual Desktop service, plus full integration with existing device management tools but not (yet) a consumer option.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-365-is-the-long-awaited-microsoft-cloud-pc-service/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Windows 365 is the long-awaited Microsoft Cloud PC service

Simpler setup, simpler management and simpler pricing than the Azure Virtual Desktop service, plus full integration with existing device man...
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A report uses FBI data to parse out state-by-state hacking data by the number of victims and total financial losses for every 100,000 residents.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/these-states-saw-the-most-hacks-in-2020/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

These states saw the most hacks in 2020

A report uses FBI data to parse out state-by-state hacking data by the number of victims and total financial losses for every 100,000 reside...
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The company also outlined a series of ecosystem status levels for reviewers to indicate their level of "expertise."

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/salesforce-launches-trusted-reviews-and-chat-to-enhance-appexchange/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Salesforce launches Trusted Reviews and Chat to enhance AppExchange

The company also outlined a series of ecosystem status levels for reviewers to indicate their level of "expertise." source https...
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Salesforce is making deep investments in its Industry Clouds and launching new products for industry verticals like banking, retail, healthcare and media.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/salesforce-industry-clouds-gm-talks-new-products-and-which-verticals-are-next-on-their-roadmap/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Salesforce Industry Clouds: GM talks new products and which verticals are next on their roadmap

Salesforce is making deep investments in its Industry Clouds and launching new products for industry verticals like banking, retail, healthc...
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Reddit is using the new service to power an upcoming live audio feature.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/twilio-adds-live-audio-and-video-streaming-options/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Twilio adds live audio and video streaming options

Reddit is using the new service to power an upcoming live audio feature. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/twilio-adds-live-audi...
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Turns out, ditching leisurewear is one of the hardest parts about going back to the office after a year of dressing for Zoom success. But what will the new office look like?

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/employees-are-concerned-about-these-situations-when-returning-to-the-new-office/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 14, 2021

Employees are concerned about these situations when returning to the new office

Turns out, ditching leisurewear is one of the hardest parts about going back to the office after a year of dressing for Zoom success. But wh...
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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

Having a team of people on your side will help you overcome obstacles and stay in your chosen field.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/women-in-stem-promote-yourself-and-find-mentors-for-success-in-your-field/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 13, 2021

Women in STEM: Promote yourself and find mentors for success in your field

Having a team of people on your side will help you overcome obstacles and stay in your chosen field. source https://www.techrepublic.com/a...
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If nano is your Linux editor of choice, and you want to make it a bit more flexible, Jack Wallen is ready to help you with the built-in Execute tool.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/linux-101-how-to-execute-commands-from-within-the-nano-text-editor/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 13, 2021

Linux 101: How to execute commands from within the nano text editor

If nano is your Linux editor of choice, and you want to make it a bit more flexible, Jack Wallen is ready to help you with the built-in Exec...
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Cyber News reports that this is the third time in four months that member information has shown up on a hacker forum.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/bad-actor-offers-up-for-sale-data-from-600-million-linkedin-members-scraped-from-the-site/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 13, 2021

Bad actor offers up for sale data from 600 million LinkedIn members scraped from the site

Cyber News reports that this is the third time in four months that member information has shown up on a hacker forum. source https://www.t...
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The latest version of Nextcloud has been released with features that supercharge your collaborative efforts. Jack Wallen walks you through the installation process.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-install-nextcloud-22-on-ubuntu-server-20-04/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 13, 2021

How to install Nextcloud 22 on Ubuntu Server 20.04

The latest version of Nextcloud has been released with features that supercharge your collaborative efforts. Jack Wallen walks you through t...
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How a simple understanding of how systems work can pave the way to IoT and manufacturing success.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/can-iot-eliminate-the-need-for-erp-and-mes-in-manufacturing/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 13, 2021

Can IoT eliminate the need for ERP and MES in manufacturing?

How a simple understanding of how systems work can pave the way to IoT and manufacturing success. source https://www.techrepublic.com/arti...
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Commentary: Many developers criticized Red Hat's shift to a rolling release for CentOS in December 2020. Find out why one big detractor—the co-founder of CentOS—is changing his tune.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-one-of-red-hats-harshest-critics-for-centos-stream-is-now-a-fan/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 13, 2021

Why one of Red Hat's harshest critics for CentOS Stream is now a fan

Commentary: Many developers criticized Red Hat's shift to a rolling release for CentOS in December 2020. Find out why one big detractor—...
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Observers react to the president's call to action on surveillance, data accumulation, "big tech platforms" and that the FTC can establish rules against unfair competition on internet marketplaces.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/biden-anti-trust-executive-order-is-a-wake-up-call-for-tech-industry-and-big-tech-companies/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 13, 2021

Biden anti-trust executive order is a wake-up call for tech industry and big tech companies

Observers react to the president's call to action on surveillance, data accumulation, "big tech platforms" and that the FTC ca...
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Just as security leaders and pros are firming up their policies and strategies to secure hybrid work for the foreseeable future—they get hit with an all-out assault of ransomware attacks.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/when-it-comes-to-incident-response-is-your-cyberinsurance-carrier-on-your-side/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 13, 2021

When it comes to incident response, is your cyberinsurance carrier on your side?

Just as security leaders and pros are firming up their policies and strategies to secure hybrid work for the foreseeable future—they get hit...
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The most successful companies consider cloud technology a continuum of tools for strategizing and transforming business practices, a study of leaders suggests.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/thinking-of-the-cloud-as-a-cost-saving-tool-puts-businesses-at-a-disadvantage-accenture-finds/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 13, 2021

Thinking of the cloud as a cost-saving tool puts businesses at a disadvantage, Accenture finds

The most successful companies consider cloud technology a continuum of tools for strategizing and transforming business practices, a study o...
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Monday, July 12, 2021

Proofpoint security analysis details the latest attack that uses the lure of speaking at a conference to steal credentials.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/new-phishing-attack-spoofedscholars-targets-professors-and-writers-specializing-in-the-middle-east/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 12, 2021

New phishing attack SpoofedScholars targets professors and writers specializing in the Middle East

Proofpoint security analysis details the latest attack that uses the lure of speaking at a conference to steal credentials. source https:/...
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Dubbed Modipwn, the vulnerability affects a wide variety of Modicon programmable logic controllers used in manufacturing, utilities, automation and other roles.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/vulnerability-in-schneider-electric-plcs-allows-for-undetectable-remote-takeover/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 12, 2021

Vulnerability in Schneider Electric PLCs allows for undetectable remote takeover

Dubbed Modipwn, the vulnerability affects a wide variety of Modicon programmable logic controllers used in manufacturing, utilities, automat...
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Highlighting your mouse cursor can help keep your audience engaged and focused on what is important. Here are three application suggestions to spice up your next meeting.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-add-mouse-cursor-highlighter-apps-to-windows-10/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 12, 2021

How to add mouse cursor highlighter apps to Windows 10

Highlighting your mouse cursor can help keep your audience engaged and focused on what is important. Here are three application suggestions ...
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Highlighting or even deleting duplicate records in Excel is simple but listing them isn't as easy. Fortunately, you can use Power Query to easily display a list of duplicate values or records.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-power-query-to-display-a-list-of-duplicate-values-or-records-in-excel/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 12, 2021

How to use Power Query to display a list of duplicate values or records in Excel

Highlighting or even deleting duplicate records in Excel is simple but listing them isn't as easy. Fortunately, you can use Power Query ...
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Expert discusses his job as a DevOps advocate, what it means and why it's important.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-latest-trends-in-devops-infrastructure-as-code-automation-and-the-importance-of-communication/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 12, 2021

The latest trends in DevOps: Infrastructure-as-code, automation and the importance of communication

Expert discusses his job as a DevOps advocate, what it means and why it's important. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-l...
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Messaging apps are becoming some of the most popular smartphone programs in the world, and that means more attempts to phish their users, Kaspersky finds.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-most-dangerous-messaging-apps-on-android/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 12, 2021

The most dangerous messaging apps on Android

Messaging apps are becoming some of the most popular smartphone programs in the world, and that means more attempts to phish their users, Ka...
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Find out what's coming to (and what's leaving) the Linux 5.14 kernel and what Linus Torvalds said about the release.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/new-and-exciting-features-coming-to-the-linux-5-14-kernel/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 12, 2021

Linux 5.14 kernel: New and exciting features coming to the release

Find out what's coming to (and what's leaving) the Linux 5.14 kernel and what Linus Torvalds said about the release. source https:...
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Mobile continues to drive market growth, and by 2025, total revenue for internet access will hit $880 billion, the firm forecasts.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/pwc-the-imperative-for-5g-and-broadband-post-pandemic/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 12, 2021

PwC: The "imperative" for 5G and broadband post-pandemic

Mobile continues to drive market growth, and by 2025, total revenue for internet access will hit $880 billion, the firm forecasts. source ...
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A six-week course will help people prepare for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate certification.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/aspiring-aws-cloud-architects-have-a-new-free-learning-option-on-twitch/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 12, 2021

Aspiring AWS cloud architects have a new free learning option on Twitch

A six-week course will help people prepare for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate certification. source https://www.techrepub...
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Microsoft's cloud data catalog service should be at the heart of your compliance tooling.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-get-started-with-azure-purview/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 12, 2021

How to get started with Microsoft's Azure Purview

Microsoft's cloud data catalog service should be at the heart of your compliance tooling. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/...
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Commentary: To get the most out of machine learning, it pays to avoid overthinking AI. Find out how Google engineers' were able to make a ML process take less than six hours instead of weeks.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-google-used-machine-learning-to-dramatically-improve-chip-design/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 12, 2021

How Google used machine learning to dramatically improve chip design

Commentary: To get the most out of machine learning, it pays to avoid overthinking AI. Find out how Google engineers' were able to make ...
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Tech early adopters are also predicting growth and job creation, Epicor annual report finds.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/report-most-essential-us-businesses-are-cloud-ready/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 12, 2021

Report: Most essential US businesses are cloud-ready

Tech early adopters are also predicting growth and job creation, Epicor annual report finds. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/r...
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Friday, July 9, 2021

University leaders advocate for more flexibility in scholarship funding and more apprenticeships and just-in-time training.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/3-ways-the-feds-can-modernize-job-training-to-solve-the-tech-workforce-shortage/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 09, 2021

3 ways the feds can modernize job training to solve the tech workforce shortage

University leaders advocate for more flexibility in scholarship funding and more apprenticeships and just-in-time training. source https:/...
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Microsoft 365 subscription plans have become industry-standard tools for PC users. But Apple users benefit, too. Here's how Microsoft 365 tools work with iPads, iPhones and Macs.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-apple-users-should-expect-when-using-microsoft-365-subscriptions/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 09, 2021

What Apple users should expect when using Microsoft 365 subscriptions

Microsoft 365 subscription plans have become industry-standard tools for PC users. But Apple users benefit, too. Here's how Microsoft 36...
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Ransomware attacks are rampant, with thousands taking place every single day. Learn how a zero-trust security model can protect your organization.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-prevent-ransomware-attacks-with-a-zero-trust-security-model/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 09, 2021

How to prevent ransomware attacks with a zero-trust security model

Ransomware attacks are rampant, with thousands taking place every single day. Learn how a zero-trust security model can protect your organiz...
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Conversion to a sale is the ultimate goal for online retailers. Trying to learn shoppers' intent helps sellers see better returns.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ai-is-trying-to-prevent-online-shoppers-from-ditching-their-carts/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 09, 2021

AI is trying to prevent online shoppers from ditching their carts

Conversion to a sale is the ultimate goal for online retailers. Trying to learn shoppers' intent helps sellers see better returns. sou...
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Making it easier for developers to port apps to Arm at their own speed without losing the convenience of emulation should make Windows on Arm more credible.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-windows-11-means-for-windows-on-arm-and-why-it-will-bring-more-big-name-apps/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 09, 2021

What Windows 11 means for Windows on Arm, and why it will bring more big name apps

Making it easier for developers to port apps to Arm at their own speed without losing the convenience of emulation should make Windows on Ar...
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The information sharing organization helps companies deal with security threats and supports more collaboration overall.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/more-sharing-less-shame-comptia-isao-wants-to-change-the-standard-response-to-ransomware-attacks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 09, 2021

More sharing, less shame: CompTIA ISAO wants to change the standard response to ransomware attacks

The information sharing organization helps companies deal with security threats and supports more collaboration overall. source https://ww...
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Cybersecurity training company KnowBe4 reports that the number of employees likely to fall for phishing emails drops dramatically with proper instruction on how to recognize an attack.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/warning-1-in-3-employees-are-likely-to-fall-for-a-phishing-scam/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 09, 2021

Warning: 1 in 3 employees are likely to fall for a phishing scam

Cybersecurity training company KnowBe4 reports that the number of employees likely to fall for phishing emails drops dramatically with prope...
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Commentary: Kubernetes isn't going to magically make your applications portable, but it just might give you something even better.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/kubernetes-magic-is-in-enterprise-standardization-not-app-portability/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 09, 2021

Kubernetes magic is in enterprise standardization, not app portability

Commentary: Kubernetes isn't going to magically make your applications portable, but it just might give you something even better. sou...
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Andy Wolber thinks that Google Drive for Desktop is a must-install app for people who use Google Workspace with Windows or macOS systems.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/four-reasons-to-install-the-google-drive-for-desktop-app/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 09, 2021

Google Drive for Desktop app: 4 reasons why you should install it

Andy Wolber thinks that Google Drive for Desktop is a must-install app for people who use Google Workspace with Windows or macOS systems. ...
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Thursday, July 8, 2021

With all of the extreme weather and natural disasters increasing around the globe, these and other green initiatives are taking off in an effort to reduce harm to Earth.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/2-types-of-green-energy-projects-growing-in-2021-wind-and-solar-energy-tech-can-help-the-planet/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

2 types of green energy projects growing in 2021: Wind and solar energy tech can help the planet

With all of the extreme weather and natural disasters increasing around the globe, these and other green initiatives are taking off in an ef...
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A complex technology solution isn't always the right approach, especially in uncertain times. Having a human checking on things can help fill in technology gaps.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/sometimes-boots-on-the-ground-are-better-than-using-complicated-apps-and-machinery/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

Sometimes "boots on the ground" are better than using complicated apps and machinery

A complex technology solution isn't always the right approach, especially in uncertain times. Having a human checking on things can help...
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Jack Wallen shows you how to configure specific DNS servers for your Docker container deployments.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-define-dns-in-docker-containers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

How to define DNS in Docker containers

Jack Wallen shows you how to configure specific DNS servers for your Docker container deployments. source https://www.techrepublic.com/art...
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Lots of documents are full of acronyms; some are defined, some aren't. If you need to review acronyms in a Microsoft Word document for any reason, here are three approaches.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-find-acronyms-in-a-word-document/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

How to find acronyms in a Word document

Lots of documents are full of acronyms; some are defined, some aren't. If you need to review acronyms in a Microsoft Word document for a...
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Patches to fix a severe flaw in the Windows Print spooler are now available for Windows 10 Version 1607, Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2016.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-patches-remaining-versions-of-windows-against-printnightmare-flaw/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

Microsoft patches remaining versions of Windows against PrintNightmare flaw

Patches to fix a severe flaw in the Windows Print spooler are now available for Windows 10 Version 1607, Windows Server 2012 and Windows Ser...
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Companies are recognizing that while video conferencing has its place, there is power in creating different types of videos.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/video-usage-in-businesses-growing/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 08, 2021

Video usage in businesses growing

Companies are recognizing that while video conferencing has its place, there is power in creating different types of videos. source https:...
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Get your hands on all the new macOS Monterey features before the general release this fall by installing the public beta now.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-install-the-macos-monterey-public-beta/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 08, 2021

How to install the macOS Monterey public beta

Get your hands on all the new macOS Monterey features before the general release this fall by installing the public beta now. source https...
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Jack Wallen has finally settled on a single web browser as his default across all platforms. Find out what browser that is and why he made the switch.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-best-browser-for-linux-windows-and-mac-isnt-google-chrome/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

The best browser for Linux, Windows and Mac isn't Google Chrome

Jack Wallen has finally settled on a single web browser as his default across all platforms. Find out what browser that is and why he made t...
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Phishing, malicious files and other forms of fraud have followed the highly awaited movie since it was first delayed due to COVID-19. On the eve of its actual release, the scams have begun anew.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/black-widow-digital-premier-a-cover-for-malware-and-scams-says-kaspersky/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

"Black Widow" digital premier a cover for malware and scams, says Kaspersky

Phishing, malicious files and other forms of fraud have followed the highly awaited movie since it was first delayed due to COVID-19. On the...
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The ROI of this tech investment changed during the pandemic as many organizations reevaluated virtual reality platforms.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/vr-training-expands-to-make-collaborative-education-relevant-and-available-to-all-workers-and-for-all-skills/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

VR training expands to make collaborative education relevant and available to all workers and for all skills

The ROI of this tech investment changed during the pandemic as many organizations reevaluated virtual reality platforms. source https://ww...
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West Monroe's executive poll details third-quarter hiring expectations, cybersecurity preparedness, investments to digitize business operations and more.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/77-of-executives-plan-to-hire-in-the-months-ahead-according-to-a-new-poll/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

77% of executives plan to hire in the months ahead, according to a new poll

West Monroe's executive poll details third-quarter hiring expectations, cybersecurity preparedness, investments to digitize business ope...
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Ransomware attacks are getting bigger and harder to defend against. Tom Merritt lists the top five more things about ransomware you need to know.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-more-things-to-know-about-ransomware/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

Top 5 more things to know about ransomware

Ransomware attacks are getting bigger and harder to defend against. Tom Merritt lists the top five more things about ransomware you need to ...
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Found on Google Play and third-party app stores, the apps discovered by Lookout stole an estimated $350,000 from more than 93,000 people.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/android-app-users-targeted-with-cryptomining-scams/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

Android app users targeted with cryptomining scams

Found on Google Play and third-party app stores, the apps discovered by Lookout stole an estimated $350,000 from more than 93,000 people. ...
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Jack Wallen helps you to understand what is housed in each of the directories found under the root directory in Linux.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/linux-101-demystifying-the-linux-directory-structure/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

Linux 101: Demystifying the Linux directory structure

Jack Wallen helps you to understand what is housed in each of the directories found under the root directory in Linux. source https://www....
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Here are ways apps can assist with keeping your job goals on track during these uncertain times.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/5-things-that-business-pros-need-to-know-about-goal-management-platforms/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 08, 2021

5 things that business pros need to know about goal management platforms

Here are ways apps can assist with keeping your job goals on track during these uncertain times. source https://www.techrepublic.com/artic...
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Wednesday, July 7, 2021

A new phishing campaign claims to offer a security update for Kaseya's VSA software but actually tries to install malware, says Malwarebytes.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/scammers-exploiting-kaseya-ransomware-attack-to-deploy-malware/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 07, 2021

Scammers exploiting Kaseya ransomware attack to deploy malware

A new phishing campaign claims to offer a security update for Kaseya's VSA software but actually tries to install malware, says Malwareb...
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A new report finds that fake investment scams have netted the most funds among all the types of active blockchain scams.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/13-7-million-atlas-vpn-adds-up-the-impact-of-the-top-10-most-successful-blockchain-scams/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 07, 2021

$13.7 million: Atlas VPN adds up the impact of the top 10 most successful blockchain scams

A new report finds that fake investment scams have netted the most funds among all the types of active blockchain scams. source https://ww...
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If you've found your Chromebooks are refusing to download files from your Google Drive account, Jack Wallen has the fix for you.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-fix-the-cannot-download-file-issue-in-google-drive-on-a-chromebook/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 07, 2021

How to fix the "cannot download file" issue in Google Drive on a Chromebook

If you've found your Chromebooks are refusing to download files from your Google Drive account, Jack Wallen has the fix for you. sourc...
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Apple's powerful new macOS was announced at WWDC 2021. This guide covers everything you need to know about macOS Monterey, including features, requirements and how to get it.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/macos-monterey-a-cheat-sheet/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 07, 2021

macOS Monterey: A cheat sheet

Apple's powerful new macOS was announced at WWDC 2021. This guide covers everything you need to know about macOS Monterey, including fea...
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If two-factor authentication logins on your Linux servers are giving you fits, Jack Wallen has the solution for you.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-to-do-when-2fa-wont-allow-you-into-your-linux-servers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 07, 2021

What to do when 2FA won't allow you into your Linux servers

If two-factor authentication logins on your Linux servers are giving you fits, Jack Wallen has the solution for you. source https://www.te...
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The goal is to simplify the integration and scaling of big data and AI workflows onto the hybrid cloud, the company said.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ibm-rolls-out-codeflare-an-open-source-framework-for-machine-learning-apps/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 07, 2021

IBM rolls out CodeFlare, an open-source framework for machine learning apps

The goal is to simplify the integration and scaling of big data and AI workflows onto the hybrid cloud, the company said. source https://w...
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An analysis by Sophos suggests that the latest attack is similar to one that Kaseya endured in 2018.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/kaseya-attack-shows-how-third-party-software-is-the-perfect-delivery-method-for-ransomware/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 07, 2021

Kaseya attack shows how third-party software is the perfect delivery method for ransomware

An analysis by Sophos suggests that the latest attack is similar to one that Kaseya endured in 2018. source https://www.techrepublic.com/a...
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The rebranded pre-owned program now offers some of Samsung's newest phones at discounts up to 75% off the price of a new device.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/get-a-hefty-discount-on-a-galaxy-s20-5g-and-other-devices-via-samsungs-certified-re-newed-program/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 07, 2021

Get a hefty discount on a Galaxy S20 5G and other devices via Samsung's Certified Re-Newed program

The rebranded pre-owned program now offers some of Samsung's newest phones at discounts up to 75% off the price of a new device. sourc...
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If you need to know how much space remains on those drives connected to your server, the information is but a quick command away. Jack Wallen shows you how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/linux-101-how-to-find-drive-space-usage-from-the-command-line/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 07, 2021

Linux 101: How to find drive space usage from the command line

If you need to know how much space remains on those drives connected to your server, the information is but a quick command away. Jack Walle...
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Learn the three areas of technical-debt accumulation that business and IT leaders need to monitor in order to reduce cybersecurity or business continuity incidents.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-stop-accruing-technical-debt-and-reduce-cybersecurity-risks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 07, 2021

How to stop accruing technical debt and reduce cybersecurity risks

Learn the three areas of technical-debt accumulation that business and IT leaders need to monitor in order to reduce cybersecurity or busine...
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LinkedIn's July Workforce Report outlines tech sector hiring and details where people have moved in the last year. Turns out, Austin is a top relocation destination.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/software-and-it-services-hiring-is-surging-as-workers-move-to-these-cities-en-masse/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 07, 2021

Software and IT services hiring is surging as workers move to these cities en masse

LinkedIn's July Workforce Report outlines tech sector hiring and details where people have moved in the last year. Turns out, Austin is ...
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If you've found yourself in a situation where you must place or receive an important call, only to find your Pixel battery about to die, you can always turn to the Extreme Battery Saver mode.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-enable-extreme-battery-saver-on-a-pixel/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 07, 2021

How to enable Extreme Battery Saver on a Pixel

If you've found yourself in a situation where you must place or receive an important call, only to find your Pixel battery about to die,...
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Fixing a serious security hole in the Windows Print spooler service, the patch is available for almost all versions of Windows, even Windows 7.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-rolls-out-emergency-patch-for-critical-printnightmare-flaw/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 07, 2021

Microsoft rolls out emergency patch for critical PrintNightmare flaw

Fixing a serious security hole in the Windows Print spooler service, the patch is available for almost all versions of Windows, even Windows...
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Tuesday, July 6, 2021

It wasn't a good day for Microsoft Azure as the Department of Defense canceled its bitterly contested $10 billion JEDI contract. Amazon and Microsoft had fought for it.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/embattled-10-billion-jedi-cloud-contract-canceled-by-us-department-of-defense/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 06, 2021

Embattled $10 billion JEDI cloud contract canceled by US Department of Defense

It wasn't a good day for Microsoft Azure as the Department of Defense canceled its bitterly contested $10 billion JEDI contract. Amazon ...
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Once-reliable forecasting tools may have a year of bad data that reduces their reliability. Here's how to avoid a business catastrophe.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/beware-data-from-2020-might-be-distorted-causing-bad-forecasting/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 06, 2021

Beware: Data from 2020 might be distorted, causing bad forecasting

Once-reliable forecasting tools may have a year of bad data that reduces their reliability. Here's how to avoid a business catastrophe. ...
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Keeping a computer awake can be beneficial when running time-consuming tasks. PowerToys Awake can do that without changing your Windows 10 configuration settings.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-10-powertoys-how-to-keep-your-pc-awake-without-changing-settings/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 06, 2021

Windows 10 PowerToys: How to keep your PC awake without changing settings

Keeping a computer awake can be beneficial when running time-consuming tasks. PowerToys Awake can do that without changing your Windows 10 c...
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Nearly half of professionals also admit to sharing passwords and more than a third say they write them on paper, according to Beyond Identity.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/1-in-4-employees-say-they-still-have-access-to-accounts-from-past-jobs-survey-finds/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 06, 2021

1 in 4 employees say they still have access to accounts from past jobs, survey finds

Nearly half of professionals also admit to sharing passwords and more than a third say they write them on paper, according to Beyond Identit...
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As the business world begins the slow process of returning to normal, Jack Wallen believes there are certain changes companies are going to have to make to keep employees on the payroll.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/businesses-must-embrace-radical-change-to-workplace-strategies-or-risk-massive-turnover/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 06, 2021

Businesses must embrace radical change to workplace strategies or risk massive turnover

As the business world begins the slow process of returning to normal, Jack Wallen believes there are certain changes companies are going to ...
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Large Word documents are often sprinkled with references to information throughout a document. You can enter them manually, but they'll be hard to maintain later. Instead, use this simple technique.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-update-a-page-number-reference-in-a-word-document/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 06, 2021

How to update a page number reference in a Word document

Large Word documents are often sprinkled with references to information throughout a document. You can enter them manually, but they'll ...
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With a new open-source version of Amazon's Lumberyard game engine, the Open 3D Foundation hopes to be a resource for 3D game developers worried about commercial license constraints.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-linux-foundation-gets-into-game-development-with-new-open-3d-foundation/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 06, 2021

The Linux Foundation gets into game development with new Open 3D Foundation

With a new open-source version of Amazon's Lumberyard game engine, the Open 3D Foundation hopes to be a resource for 3D game developers ...
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The TIOBE index celebrates its 20th anniversary as competition heats up at the top of the rankings.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-programming-languages-c-and-java-remain-tops-as-python-surges/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 06, 2021

Top programming languages: C and Java remain tops as Python surges

The TIOBE index celebrates its 20th anniversary as competition heats up at the top of the rankings. source https://www.techrepublic.com/ar...
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The so-called Swiss Army Knife on wheels is designed to operate under any network conditions in any environment, the company said.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/verizons-thor-5g-enabled-vehicle-is-a-new-weapon-for-first-responders/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 06, 2021

Verizon's THOR 5G-enabled vehicle is a new weapon for first responders

The so-called Swiss Army Knife on wheels is designed to operate under any network conditions in any environment, the company said. source ...
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Audacity software has been acquired, and the new verbiage added to the privacy policy has the open-source community up in arms.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-audacity-how-to-wreck-an-open-source-project-and-anger-a-community/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 06, 2021

The Audacity! How to wreck an open-source project and anger a community

Audacity software has been acquired, and the new verbiage added to the privacy policy has the open-source community up in arms. source htt...
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The REvil group is claiming that over 1 million devices have been infected and is demanding $70 million for a universal decryption key.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/kaseya-supply-chain-attack-impacts-more-than-1000-companies/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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July 06, 2021

Kaseya supply chain attack impacts more than 1,000 companies

The REvil group is claiming that over 1 million devices have been infected and is demanding $70 million for a universal decryption key. so...
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When growing your organization's technical talent pool, it often makes sense to look inwards, says Catalytic's chief executive.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/looking-for-citizen-developers-heres-how-to-spot-them-in-your-team/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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July 06, 2021

Looking for citizen developers? Here's how to spot them in your team

When growing your organization's technical talent pool, it often makes sense to look inwards, says Catalytic's chief executive. so...
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