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• Apple's Macs are better than PCs, says IBM? Well, of course

  12-11-2019 23:23 via zdnet.com
  
  It seems that IBM employees who use Macs are considerably more productive than those who use PCs. This has to be true. Then again, there's one finding from this study that is even more entertaining.
  
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• Your next Dell EMC servers might come in a reusable tote

  12-11-2019 23:00 via zdnet.com
  
  As Dell Technologies shoots to 2030 with a new social impact plan.
  
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• Microsoft's November 2019 Patch Tuesday arrives with a patch for an IE zero-day

  12-11-2019 22:48 via zdnet.com
  
  The November 2019 Patch Tuesday fixes 74 vulnerabilities, of which 13 are rated "Critical."
  
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• Intel unveils next-gen Movidius VPU, codenamed Keem Bay

  12-11-2019 21:46 via zdnet.com
  
  The chipmaker also demonstrated the new Nervana Neural Network Processor for Training (NNP-T) and the Nervana NNP for inference, expanding its portfolio of AI-focused hardware.
  
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• Vankyo V600 projector hands-on: Perfect for business or home theater use

  12-11-2019 21:38 via zdnet.com
  
  The Vanyo V600 is a nice reasonably priced portable projector for business and home use and bright enough to use in daylight
  
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• Microsoft aims to streamline its device-management strategy with Endpoint Manager

  12-11-2019 21:06 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft Endpoint Manager is a new brand and bundle which encompasses both ConfigMgr and Intune, along with other products and services.
  
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• Facebook introduces online payment system Facebook Pay for use across its apps

  12-11-2019 20:56 via zdnet.com
  With Facebook Pay, people can store their payment information for use across Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp.
  
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• Facebook’s latest giant language AI hits computing wall at 500 Nvidia GPUs

  12-11-2019 20:28 via zdnet.com
  
  Facebook AI research's latest breakthrough in natural language understanding, called XLM-R, engineers tasks such as question-answering across 100 different languages including Swahili and Urdu. It shows both that deep learning models keep getting bigger, and that they're running up against serious resource constraints in existing computing systems.
  
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• Intel, Mozilla, Red Hat, and Fastly partner to make WebAssembly a cross-platform runtime

  12-11-2019 20:04 via zdnet.com
  
  The Bytecode Alliance's main goal is to promote the use of security-hardened WebAssembly tools.
  
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• The /e/ Google-free, pro-privacy Android phone runs well -- for a beta

  12-11-2019 19:18 via zdnet.com
  
  Hate Apple lock-in? Don't want to have Google looking over your shoulder? Then, you may want to consider installing the Google-free /e/ Android fork on your smartphone or even buying an /e/ powered phone.
  
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• Microsoft begins the official rollout of Windows 10 1909

  12-11-2019 19:06 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft's Windows 10 19H2 feature update, codenamed 'Vanadium,' is starting to roll out to mainstream users.
  
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• Manual code review finds 35 vulnerabilities in 8 enclave SDKs

  12-11-2019 19:00 via zdnet.com
  
  All issues have been privately reported and patches are on the way.
  
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• Intel's Cascade Lake CPUs impacted by new Zombieload v2 attack

  12-11-2019 19:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Zombieload v2 impacts Intel CPUs released since 2013, if they support the Intel STX instruction set.
  
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• Flaw in Intel PMx driver gives 'near-omnipotent control over a victim device'

  12-11-2019 19:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Intel released an updated version of pmxdrvx64.sys and pmxdrv.sys; however, patching might take a while.
  
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• Tableau expands AWS partnership with new cloud migration initiative

  12-11-2019 18:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The aim is to help enterprises adopt a cloud-based analytics strategy by migrating data and analytics workloads to AWS.
  
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• Twitter is asking for your help in the battle against deepfakes

  12-11-2019 17:26 via zdnet.com
  
  Social media platforms are racing to fight the spread of fake content. Now Twitter is turning to its users for guidance on the best strategy to implement.
  
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• COROS GPS sports watch update makes them track stars, new POD tracks run power and dynamics

  12-11-2019 17:25 via zdnet.com
  
  COROS is known for providing regular updates and feature improvements to its competitive GPS sports watches and the latest update will please those who want the most accurate track running results. It's new accessory also provides advanced running metrics, including running power.
  
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• McAfee antivirus software impacted by code execution vulnerability

  12-11-2019 17:05 via zdnet.com
  
  The severe security flaw can bypass self-defense mechanisms.
  
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• Seagate FireCuda 520 PCIe Gen4 x4 SSD: High-speed storage for gamers

  12-11-2019 17:02 via zdnet.com
  
  The FireCuda 520 SSD is Seagate's fastest SSD, offering 1.5x faster read-write speeds that PCle Gen3 NVMe drives.
  
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• Jamf launches security analytics, visibility for Mac deployments

  12-11-2019 17:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Jamf is adding visibility for CISOs by leveraging Apple's native security on the Mac and layering analytics and alerts on top.
  
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• IBM CIO: Mac users perform better, more engaged than Windows users

  12-11-2019 17:00 via zdnet.com
  
  IBM CIO Fletcher Previn has a massive Mac deployment and has curated a few performance and engagement metrics that go beyond total cost of ownership and support.
  
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• Predictions 2020: Privacy and data ethics bring marketing to the boardroom

  12-11-2019 16:56 via zdnet.com
  
  Regulations, consumer wariness, and the consequences of misbehavior will create a challenging landscape for B2C marketers and brands. Read our top privacy predictions.
  
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• This unusual new ransomware is going after servers

  12-11-2019 16:46 via zdnet.com
  
  PureLocker ransomware appears to have links to some of the most prolific cyber criminal operations active in the world today.
  
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• Disney+ hit by technical glitches on launch day

  12-11-2019 16:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Disney's new streaming service is reported to be down by many users as its global launch unfolds.
  
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• Can you really run the iPad Pro as a full desk setup -- mouse, monitor, SD/USB hub, and all? This guy did

  12-11-2019 16:38 via zdnet.com
  
  Back in the day, it would have been hard to believe that you could connect a mouse and monitor to an iPad and get a credible desktop machine. Those days are over. We show how it's possible to go far with your iPad while staying at your desk.
  
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• Tinder seeks to tackle trans harassment

  12-11-2019 16:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The app is making changes so transgender users experience less harassment as they use the program.
  
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• Dell Technologies debuts Dell EMC PowerOne autonomous infrastructure

  12-11-2019 16:02 via zdnet.com
  
  The autonomous infrastructure solution is touted as making it easier for IT teams to maintain infrastructure and focus instead on innovation.
  
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• Samsung brilliantly shows kids how to annoy their parents

  12-11-2019 15:42 via zdnet.com
  
  In a new ad, the Korean handset maker offers the glories of device connectivity. Thanks to a Chewbacca Dog, a Darth Vader cat, and an irritated dad.
  
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• Formlabs launches 3D printing unit for dental industry

  12-11-2019 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The move highlights how important the dental market is to 3D printer makers.
  
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• 'Abandoned sum' email scam goes retro

  12-11-2019 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  How many "abandoned sum" emails have you received? Hundreds if not thousands, if you've been online for a couple of decades. But the world must be running out of gullible email users, so the scam has gone retro: snail mail. Here's what it looks like.
  
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• Windows security: Have BlueKeep fears led to jump in patching? Nope

  12-11-2019 14:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Reports about BlueKeep attacks dropping a coin miner haven't scared admins into patching faster.
  
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• The cyber attack on Labour was neither big nor sophisticated

  12-11-2019 14:31
  
  Labour says it has been hit by a DDoS attack. The cyber attacks can disable websites but often aren't sophisticated
  
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• iOS 13.2.2 causes battery havoc

  12-11-2019 14:17 via zdnet.com
  
  iOS 13.2.2 might fix the bug that broke multitasking on the iPhone and iPad, but it appears to introduce a new bug that severely limits productivity when on the move.
  
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• Google updates CallJoy phone agent with customizable AI features

  12-11-2019 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  CallJoy's new Call Actions feature lets small business owners customize how the agent will respond to callers' requests for help.
  
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• With Windows 10 1909 coming, Windows 10 20H1 hits major milestone

  12-11-2019 13:56 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft releases its first preview build of Windows 10 20H1 to Windows Insiders on the Slow Ring.
  
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• Start-ups: Why can't UK universities be more like MIT?

  12-11-2019 13:50 via zdnet.com
  
  UK universities are full of great ideas, but most of them never make it out of academia. The reason? Insufficient expertise and lack of financial support.
  
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• Scientists vs start-ups: Why can't the UK's universities be more like MIT?

  12-11-2019 13:50 via zdnet.com
  
  UK universities are full of great ideas, but most of them never make it out of academia. The reason? Insufficient expertise and lack of financial support.
  
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• Academics vs entrepreneurs: Why don't the UK's universities create more startups?

  12-11-2019 13:50 via zdnet.com
  
  UK universities are full of great ideas, but most of them never make it out of academia. The reason? Insufficient expertise and lack of financial support.
  
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• Slow websites to be labelled by Chrome browser

  12-11-2019 13:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Users could get warnings about web pages that are poorly designed and take time to show up.
  
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• Elon Musk's internet from space: 60 new SpaceX satellites bring US service closer

  12-11-2019 13:04 via zdnet.com
  
  SpaceX's Falcon 9 launch on Monday carried another 60 Starlink internet satellites to low Earth orbit.
  
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• Here's why Israel is set to become a 2020s tech powerhouse

  12-11-2019 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  A look at student specialization provides a clue to a red hot technology sector.
  
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• Cybersecurity: Why more needs to be done to help older people stay safe online

  12-11-2019 12:25 via zdnet.com
  
  As populations age, more elderly people are using the internet - but without awareness of the dangers that can be faced online, they're a tempting target for scammers.
  
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• Fifteen years and a Nobel Prize later, graphene's creator is thinking even bigger

  12-11-2019 12:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Graphene, the super-strong, super-light and super-conductive material that was discovered in 2004 is often described as the material of the future. But it might be just the beginning.
  
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• Large-scale DDoS attack hits Labour Party systems

  12-11-2019 12:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Labour says it has come under fire from a "sophisticated and large-scale cyberattack" - a month before the General Election.
  
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• Large-scale cyberattack hits Labour Party systems

  12-11-2019 12:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Labour says it has come under fire from a "sophisticated and large-scale cyberattack" - a month before the General Election.
  
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• Large-scale cyber attack hits Labour Party systems

  12-11-2019 12:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Labour says it has come under fire from a "sophisticated and large-scale cyber-attack" - a month before the General Election.
  
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• Labour Party confirms cyber attack was DDoS

  12-11-2019 12:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Labour says it has come under fire from a "sophisticated and large-scale cyberattack" - a month before the General Election.
  
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• 'I woke up to thousands of messages from Malaysia'

  12-11-2019 11:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Why a Malaysian exam question thrust the spotlight on London-based paraglider Laura Melissa Williams.
  
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• Can this startup's mobile fintech app bring some magic to your savings?

  12-11-2019 11:30 via zdnet.com
  
  A money-saving app uses crowdlending and cryptocurrencies to improve your bank balance.
  
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• Mexico’s Pemex oil provider says attempted hack ‘neutralized’

  12-11-2019 11:23 via zdnet.com
  
  A suspected attack involving Ryuk impacted less than five percent of systems.
  
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