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• Synnex surges as FYQ3 results beat, forecast higher as well

  29-09-2020 22:46 via zdnet.com
  Shares of Synnex, the Fremont, California-based tech distributor, rose by 7% in late trading after the company's quarterly results and outlook topped expectations.
  
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• Dell readies a Tiger Lake refresh on XPS 13 Ubuntu Linux Developer Edition

  29-09-2020 22:29 via zdnet.com
  Arguably the best Linux laptop ever is getting a major speed boost.
  
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• Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.9, the last minor release of RHEL 7 arrives

  29-09-2020 22:19 via zdnet.com
  You can argue that RHEL 7 has been the most significant enterprise Linux release ever, but all good things must end.
  
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• Micron FYQ4 Rev, EPS Beat; Nov-quarter EPS view misses; shares sag

  29-09-2020 22:15 via zdnet.com
  Memory-chip vendor Micron Technology this afternoon reported fiscal fourth-quarter revenue and profit that topped analysts' expectations, but a forecast for this quarter that was a bit light on the earnings side.
  
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• Micron FYQ4 Rev, EPS Beat; Nov-quarter EPS view misses; shares rise slightly

  29-09-2020 22:15 via zdnet.com
  Memory-chip vendor Micron Technology this afternoon reported fiscal fourth-quarter revenue and profit that topped analysts' expectations, but a forecast for this quarter that was a bit light on the earnings side.
  
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• Microsoft Edge to get a web screenshot utility

  29-09-2020 21:34 via zdnet.com
  New "Web capture" feature is currently being tested in Edge Dev and Edge Canary builds.
  
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• VMware to acquire automation software provider SaltStack

  29-09-2020 21:18 via zdnet.com
  By acquiring SaltStack, VMware said it will extend its automation capabilities beyond infrastructure to the software and packages inside virtual machines and containers.
  
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• Virtual work enables a more sustainable future

  29-09-2020 20:35 via zdnet.com
  The United Nations​ believes 14 of their 17 Sustainable Development Goals can be solved or advanced through virtual work.
  
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• Coronavirus: Police to be told they can use NHS Covid-19 app

  29-09-2020 19:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Officers will be told on Wednesday they can install the app to personal but not work smartphones.
  
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• Amazon One: Palm scanner launched for 'secure' payments

  29-09-2020 19:11 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The tech giant launches a palm scanner for secure payments and other biometric checks.
  
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• Apple Watch Series 6 review: Outstanding smartwatch, but health software offers little guidance

  29-09-2020 19:04 via zdnet.com
  The Apple Watch is arguably the best smartwatch available today and improvements like a very bright always-on display and new colors are nice to see. The health software needs work as sleep and blood oxygen tracking are not as well done as others.
  
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• Drain the App Store swamp: Elect an independent third party

  29-09-2020 18:17 via zdnet.com
  It's time for a new third-party, truly independent app store -- one not tied to an existing player -- so that developers and end-users can determine their own fates.
  
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• VMware, Nvidia integrate on architecture, technology as they aim to accelerate AI adoption

  29-09-2020 18:00 via zdnet.com
  The partnership secures Nvidia's role in hybrid clouds as VMware outlined an architecture that incorporates data processing units (DPUs) in the data center, cloud and edge.
  
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• Dell builds tighter VMware integrations for cloud, app modernization

  29-09-2020 18:00 via zdnet.com
  Dell announced updates to Dell Technologies Cloud, portfolio updates to better support VMware's Tanzu platform, and updates to its storage and data protection portfolio.
  
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• CS:GO coaches banned from major esports series

  29-09-2020 17:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A bug in the game Counter Strike: Global Offensive has led to several bans - and more could follow
  
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• Microsoft: Some ransomware attacks take less than 45 minutes

  29-09-2020 17:33 via zdnet.com
  Microsoft goes over the recent malware trends in its new "Digital Defense Report."
  
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• Quantum computing meets cloud computing: D-Wave says its 5,000 qubit system is ready for business

  29-09-2020 16:58 via zdnet.com
  Quantum-as-a-service can solve in minutes the problems that might take classical computers a whole day to work through.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy A51, hands on: Solid mid-range specs and performance

  29-09-2020 16:29 via zdnet.com
  Samsung's Galaxy A51 performs capably, has a large screen, strong battery life and looks good. It's worth shopping around though, as there's plenty of competition.
  
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• Programming languages: Java founder James Gosling reveals more on Java and Android

  29-09-2020 16:06 via zdnet.com
  James Gosling explains his motivations for creating programming language Java.
  
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• These hackers have spent months hiding out in company networks undetected

  29-09-2020 15:50 via zdnet.com
  A state-sponsored hacking group been creeping around networks for almost a year as part of an information stealing campaign, warns Symantec
  
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• Arm unveils new Cortex CPU built for autonomous applications

  29-09-2020 15:47 via zdnet.com
  The new Cortex-A78AE CPU is Arm's answer for the automotive and industrial sector's next-gen compute needs.
  
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• Garmin Forerunner 745 review: A smaller, lighter option for runners and triathletes

  29-09-2020 15:40 via zdnet.com
  The latest Forerunner model from Garmin is a slimmed down 945 without mapping and golf. It has the latest software features and a new Track Run mode that is sure to please those who train on the track.
  
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• Farmville to shut its gates on Facebook at end of year

  29-09-2020 15:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The game relied on Flash, which will no longer be supported by Facebook after December.
  
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• Storyblocks launches DIY tool to up-level Instagram, TikTok, YouTube content

  29-09-2020 15:00 via zdnet.com
  Now you can easily create videos for social media platforms with Storyblocks Maker
  
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• Google to Android developers: Your apps must use our in-app billing by this new deadline

  29-09-2020 14:37 via zdnet.com
  Google is giving app developers a year to implement its requirement to use the Google Play in-app billing system.
  
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• Amazon debuts Amazon One: bringing payments to your palm

  29-09-2020 14:34 via zdnet.com
  Forget RFID chips -- Amazon wants to connect payment cards to your palm’s unique signature.
  
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• Security firm McAfee files for IPO on enthusiasm for IT stocks

  29-09-2020 14:03 via zdnet.com
  Enterprise company IPOs are doing well and McAfee hopes that will continue as Intel seeks to completely reverse its 2010 acquisition.
  
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• VMware using Carbon Black to secure the distributed workforce

  29-09-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  Announced advance security for the public and private clouds, security operations, and distributed workforces.
  
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• VMware adds to Kubernetes portfolio Tanzu

  29-09-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  A year on, Tanzu support is now available on VMware Cloud on AWS, in preview for Oracle Cloud VMware Solution and Google Cloud VMware Engine, and coming soon to the Azure VMware Solution.
  
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• Project Monterey: VMware's solution to the requirements of next-gen applications

  29-09-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  Touting the new play as re-imagining hybrid cloud architecture to support the new wave of 5G, cloud native, data-centric, machine learning, multi-cloud, and hybrid apps.
  
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• Multi-cloud still front of mind for VMware

  29-09-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  VMware used its annual VMworld to remind customers it is aiming to empower them to build their multi-cloud future.
  
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• Master Google Cloud with this $30 bootcamp training bundle

  29-09-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  Master Google's powerful Cloud platform with the help of these ten courses and e-books.
  
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• Poll: Why are you still using Windows 7?

  29-09-2020 13:45 via zdnet.com
  According to analytics data for tens of millions of website visits, as many as 10% of you are still running Windows 7. Rather than speculate on the reasons why, I've put together a poll. If you're still on Windows 7, please share your reasons.
  
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• DDoS attacks are getting more powerful as attackers change tactics

  29-09-2020 13:03 via zdnet.com
  Researchers say 2020 has seen the largest number of DDoS attacks ever with campaigns that are more powerful than before, too.
  
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• What is phishing? Everything you need to know to protect yourself from scam emails and more

  29-09-2020 12:53 via zdnet.com
  Don't click on that email! Find everything you need to know in this phishing guide, including how to protect yourself from one of the most common forms of cyberattack.
  
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• Open source's Eric Raymond: Windows 10 will soon be just an emulation layer on Linux kernel

  29-09-2020 12:43 via zdnet.com
  Will Windows lose the last phase of the desktop wars to Linux? Noted open-source advocate Eric Raymond thinks so.
  
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• 5G: BT picks Nokia to power networks as UK starts to phases out Huawei

  29-09-2020 12:43 via zdnet.com
  The UK's leading communication provider is moving away from its long-standing Chinese partner following a government ban on Huawei's equipment.
  
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• 5G: BT picks Nokia to power networks as UK starts to phase out Huawei

  29-09-2020 12:43 via zdnet.com
  The UK's leading communications provider is moving away from its long-standing Chinese partner following a government ban on Huawei's equipment.
  
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• Jet suit trial for Great North Air Ambulance paramedics

  29-09-2020 12:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A first test flight has been carried out in the Lake District.
  
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• Oracle rolls out improvements across SaaS applications

  29-09-2020 12:00 via zdnet.com
  The updates come as enterprises rethink their longer-term business strategies, months into the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• Lenovo unveils ThinkPad X1 Nano foldable for $1,599, X1 Fold available for preorder

  29-09-2020 12:00 via zdnet.com
  Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Fold has been on the runway for a while, but now that preorders are underway the PC giant plans to fast follow with the ThinkPad X1 Nano.
  
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• Nevada school district refuses to submit to ransomware blackmail, hacker publishes student data

  29-09-2020 11:36 via zdnet.com
  Thousands of students have reportedly had their private data released online.
  
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• 'I monitor my staff with software that takes screenshots'

  29-09-2020 11:26 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Many have struggled to get to grips with working from home, but would surveillance technology help?
  
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• Nokia clinches 5G deal with BT to phase out Huawei's kit in EE network

  29-09-2020 11:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Finnish firm will become the largest provider of base stations and antennas to EE's network.
  
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• Flightradar24 hit by third cyber-attack in two days

  29-09-2020 11:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Flightradar24 says it has been hit by sustained attacks over two days, interrupting its service.
  
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• Former Amazon finance manager and family charged with $1.4m insider trading scheme

  29-09-2020 10:10 via zdnet.com
  The charges relate to trading made before Amazon earnings announcements.
  
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• Jet suit paramedic tested in the Lake District 'could save lives'

  29-09-2020 09:53 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The kit means a paramedic can "fly" up a fell in 90 seconds rather than go 30 minutes by foot.
  
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• Galaxy Z Fold 2 after a month: Simply a joy to use

  29-09-2020 08:08 via zdnet.com
  Using the Galaxy Z Fold 2 is simply a joy and Samsung has done a convincing job to prove that this concept has an exciting future ahead of it.
  
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• AirTrunk to enter Japan with 300MW data centre campus

  29-09-2020 07:54 via zdnet.com
  Meanwhile, the development of AirTrunk's Singaporean data centre has been delayed due to the pandemic.
  
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• US 2020 election: Social media's nightmare scenario

  29-09-2020 07:21 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Potential election chaos will play out on social media, and Big Tech is worried.
  
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