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• New Windows 10 Dev Channel test build adds DNS settings tweaks

  05-08-2020 23:55 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft is adding more granular controls for DNS in its latest Windows 10 Dev Channel (Fast Ring) test build.
  
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• The most popular face masks to purchase online - CNET

  05-08-2020 23:43 via cnet.com
  
  These online merchants have a variety of styles for your face covering needs, and their masks are a hit with CNET readers.
  
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• 2021 Audi E-Tron gets big price cut and small range increase - Roadshow

  05-08-2020 23:39 via cnet.com
  
  The electric E-Tron SUV is $8,800 cheaper than before.
  
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• These used cars sell the quickest, study says - Roadshow

  05-08-2020 23:31 via cnet.com
  
  Used cars are having a moment as America tightens its belt. These are the most popular models right now.
  
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• Last chance to get Epic's 3 free games worth $38 this week - CNET

  05-08-2020 23:22 via cnet.com
  
  This week's freebies include a pair of roguelike action games and the beloved Sword & Sworcery.
  
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• US offers $10 million reward for hackers meddling in US elections

  05-08-2020 23:17 via zdnet.com
  
  This includes attacks against US election officials, election infrastructure, voting machines, but also candidates and their staff.
  
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• Strong passwords: 9 rules to help you create and remember your login credentials - CNET

  05-08-2020 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  The security of your bank account, Netflix account and email inbox depends on how well you safeguard your many passwords.
  
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• If Congress reaches a stimulus package deal Friday, this is what happens next - CNET

  05-08-2020 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  Even if Republicans and Democrats agree on a final stimulus bill this week, that's just the first step in your getting it.
  
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• This portable Bluetooth projector has full HD resolution for just $133 - CNET

  05-08-2020 23:13 via cnet.com
  
  Save $57 on this projector that connects to pretty much anything via HDMI, wireless, media card slots and more.
  
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• Ford ends sedan production for US as Fusion is phased out - Roadshow

  05-08-2020 23:09 via cnet.com
  
  The final Fusion left the assembly line on July 31, meaning Ford no longer builds a sedan for America.
  
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• Western Digital Q4 sees data center strength, but Q1 outlook disappoints

  05-08-2020 22:49 via zdnet.com
  
  As for the outlook, Western Digital projected revenue between $3.7 billion and $3.9 billion with non-GAAP earnings between 45 cents a share and 65 cents a share. The outlook includes COVID-19 related costs.
  
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• LibreOffice 7: Now more Microsoft-compatible -- and still free

  05-08-2020 22:38 via zdnet.com
  
  With Microsoft abandoning PC-based office software, if you don't want to use cloud-based office suites such as Microsoft 365 or G Suite, LibreOffice 7 will be your best desktop office suite choice.
  
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• Galaxy Watch 3's most exciting fitness features won't be rolling out right away - CNET

  05-08-2020 22:38 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung promised advanced health features for its newest smartwatch, like an FDA-cleared electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) and blood oxygen (SpO2) monitoring.
  
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• GoDaddy posts solid Q2, now has more than 20M paying customers

  05-08-2020 22:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The company announced it settled its entire Tax Receivable Agreements obligation for a one-time payment of $850 million, saving it an estimated $1 billion through 2028.
  
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• Black Hat: When penetration testing earns you a felony arrest record

  05-08-2020 22:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Coalfire takes us through the story of security professionals arrested at a courthouse while conducting tests on behalf of the state.
  
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• 2021 Genesis G80 fuel economy improves with new engine lineup - Roadshow

  05-08-2020 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  Those who stick to the base turbo-four engine will see major improvements over the last model.
  
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• CISA director: Paper record key to keeping 2020 election secure video - CNET

  05-08-2020 22:11 via cnet.com
  
  Christopher Krebs, director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, says a paper trail is one of the best risk management techniques against outside threats.
  
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• Coronavirus creates new election threats, experts warn at Black Hat - CNET

  05-08-2020 22:10 via cnet.com
  
  "We have to engage now" to get this right, security luminary Matt Blaze says.
  
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• The IRS could send your second stimulus check sooner than you think. Here's what we know today - CNET

  05-08-2020 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  The White House has plans to send the second stimulus payment quicker than it did with the first check. We worked out some possible dates.
  
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• Brazil integrates Apple-Google exposure notification tech into coronavirus app

  05-08-2020 21:53 via zdnet.com
  
  The new functionality is available to approximately 10 million users of the government-backed coronavirus app.
  
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• The EKG feature on Samsung's Galaxy Watch 3 finally got FDA clearance - CNET

  05-08-2020 21:49 via cnet.com
  
  EKG on Samsung watches is heading to the US, but we're still not sure exactly when.
  
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• Beirut explosion devastation revealed through sobering satellite views - CNET

  05-08-2020 21:36 via cnet.com
  
  Planet Labs and Maxar have released before-and-after images of the Aug. 4 disaster.
  
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• AirPods with Wireless Charging Case hits lowest price ever: $140 - CNET

  05-08-2020 21:32 via cnet.com
  
  You can now get them for the same price as standard AirPods with a wired charging case.
  
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• NBA restart: How to watch 76ers vs. Wizards, Thunder vs. Lakers today without cable - CNET

  05-08-2020 21:26 via cnet.com
  
  The NBA restart continues Wednesday with one game on NBA TV and two matchups on ESPN.
  
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• The best office chairs of 2020 - CNET

  05-08-2020 21:25 via cnet.com
  
  If your current office chair is causing you pain, it might be time for an upgrade.
  
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• The first round of coronavirus benefits has ended. What happens now? - CNET

  05-08-2020 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  The enhanced unemployment benefits and federal eviction protections are now over with no other plan approved yet.
  
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• Blackhat 2020: Tech community must help secure elections video - CNET

  05-08-2020 21:12 via cnet.com
  
  In a keynote address, cybersecurity expert Matt Blaze says US elections officials will have to overcome major logistical hurdles to scale up vote-by-mail options while also creating a surplus of in-person voting locations.
  
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• Next stimulus package: All the benefits you could receive, including a second check - CNET

  05-08-2020 21:05 via cnet.com
  
  Congressional and White House negotiators are working toward a Friday deadline to agree on another stimulus bill. Here's where the debate stands on enhanced unemployment benefits and more in the second week of negotiations.
  
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• Galaxy Buds Live aka 'Galaxy Beans': Noise-canceling wireless earbuds for $170 - CNET

  05-08-2020 21:04 via cnet.com
  
  Nicknamed the Galaxy Beans after images leaked in recent weeks, Samsung's new open earbuds feature active noise cancellation.
  
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• Bill Gates warns climate change could be worse than the coronavirus - CNET

  05-08-2020 20:58 via cnet.com
  
  The Microsoft founder says we can use lessons from the pandemic to guide our response to the next crisis.
  
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• To understand how rich billionaires really are, use this calculator

  05-08-2020 20:56
  
  Jeff Bezos is richer than hundreds of countries, and earns my entire salary in under a minuteWe all know Jeff Bezos is very rich – but wouldn’t you love to know how long it would take him to, for example, earn your entire years’ salary, tackle your entire student debt or pay off your mortgage?A new website will you give you these exact numbers, as they apply to Bezos and 14 other tech moguls. The company – a text messaging company – says it uses data on salary, bonu
  
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• Twitter finds security vulnerability in its Android app - CNET

  05-08-2020 20:50 via cnet.com
  
  The social media company says 4% of Twitter for Android users are vulnerable.
  
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• Unagi rolls out an electric scooter subscription service - CNET

  05-08-2020 20:47 via cnet.com
  
  Hop on a lightweight electric scooter for less than a monthly MetroCard costs in New York.
  
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• Black Hat: How hackers gain root access to SAP enterprise servers through SolMan

  05-08-2020 20:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Researchers demonstrated how the SAP Solution Manager could provide a bridge to full server access.
  
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• Twitter patches Android app to prevent exploitation of bug that can grant access to DMs

  05-08-2020 20:03 via zdnet.com
  
  Actual bug resided in the Android 8 and Android 9 operating systems. Twitter updated its Android app to prevent exploitation.
  
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• Black Hat: How your pacemaker could become an insider threat to national security

  05-08-2020 19:26 via zdnet.com
  
  Implanted medical devices are an overlooked security challenge that is only going to increase over time.
  
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• Here's what's new with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2's screens and hinge

  05-08-2020 19:12 via zdnet.com
  
  There are some small, but major, improvements coming to the foldable.
  
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• New EtherOops attack takes advantage of faulty Ethernet cables

  05-08-2020 18:52 via zdnet.com
  
  EtherOops attack can be used to bypass network defenses and attack devices inside closed enterprise networks.
  
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• Galaxy Buds Live: Bean-shaped, noise-canceling wireless earbuds will be $170 - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:37 via cnet.com
  
  Nicknamed the Galaxy Beans after images leaked in recent weeks, Samsung's new open earbuds feature active noise cancellation.
  
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• Apple Store celebrates its 10 year anniversary with balloon Easter egg - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:29 via cnet.com
  
  Searching "10 years" in the app reveals a floating surprise.
  
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• TikTok has new plans to combat misinformation, election interference - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:27 via cnet.com
  
  The company says it will also offer DHS information on potential disinformation campaigns.
  
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• Ren and Stimpy returning to Comedy Central with new episodes - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:27 via cnet.com
  
  Grab your Happy Helmet and find your Log: The iconic cat and dog show that only looks like it's for kids is coming back.
  
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• Apple Arcade: 12 games we can't wait to play - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:26 via cnet.com
  
  Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time, The Last Campfire, World's End Club and Next Stop Nowhere are listed as "coming soon" in iOS 14.
  
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• The Galaxy Note 20 is here, but the smart money's on last year's Note 10 - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:22 via cnet.com
  
  Before you spend $1,000 or more on the new flagship, look for discounts on the old one.
  
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• Galaxy Z Fold 2: I'm legitimately excited about Samsung's major design changes - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:17 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung's third foldable phone has large, bendable glass screens and cameras galore. Here's everything Samsung teased.
  
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• New stimulus check qualifications? How your eligibility requirements can change - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:15 via cnet.com
  
  With the stimulus bill debate in its second week in Washington, could more people in your household meet the requirements for the second stimulus check, or fewer? Here's the status of qualifications.
  
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• Galaxy Watch 3: FDA-cleared, EKG, blood pressure and blood oxygen monitoring... - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:15 via cnet.com
  But Samsung's new smartwatch won't deliver any of these at launch.
  
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• Galaxy Watch 3: FDA cleared, ECG, blood pressure, blood oxygen monitoring... - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:15 via cnet.com
  
  But Samsung's new smartwatch won't deliver on any of these at launch.
  
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• Samsung plans Sept 1 Galaxy Z Fold 2 event instead of attending IFA - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:10 via cnet.com
  
  Preorders for Samsung's newest foldable also start that day.
  
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• Samsung and BTS introduce the new Galaxy Z Fold 2 video - CNET

  05-08-2020 18:09 via cnet.com
  
  K-pop legends BTS help Samsung reveal its sequel to the Galaxy Fold.
  
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