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• Best streaming service for live TV: Hulu, YouTube TV, more

  20-11-2020 22:18 via zdnet.com
  
  There are two kinds of paid streaming services: Live TV, such as Sling TV and YouTubeTV, and video-on-demand, such as Netflix and Amazon Prime. Here's what to look for in live TV packages.
  
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• Office Depot Black Friday deals: Lenovo ThinkBook, HP Slim

  20-11-2020 20:20 via zdnet.com
  
  Here are the top deals from the slimmed-down Office Depot and OfficeMax Black Friday ad.
  
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• Microsoft Black Friday deals: Surface Duo, Pro 7, Book 3

  20-11-2020 20:19 via zdnet.com
  
  Top deals on Surface devices highlight Microsoft's Black Friday offerings.
  
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• Newegg Black Friday deals: Asus Vivobook, Acer Aspire, more

  20-11-2020 20:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Plenty of Black Friday deals on laptops and desktops from this leading tech etailer.
  
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• Dell Black Friday deals: XPS 15, G5 gaming laptop, and more

  20-11-2020 20:16 via zdnet.com
  
  Here are the top Black Friday laptop and desktop deals from PC maker Dell -- many of which are available right now.
  
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• Staples Black Friday deals: Echo Show 5, AirPods, and more

  20-11-2020 20:14 via zdnet.com
  
  This office superstore's Black Friday deals offer savings on laptops, desktops, and Amazon Echo Show smart speakers.
  
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• Black Friday laptop deals: Surface Pro 7, Razer Blade, more

  20-11-2020 19:11 via zdnet.com
  
  The very best Black Friday 2020 laptop deals.
  
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• Black Friday Chromebook deals: HP, Samsung, Lenovo, and more

  20-11-2020 19:04 via zdnet.com
  
  The very best Black Friday 2020 deals on Chromebooks.
  
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• Drupal sites vulnerable to double-extension attacks

  20-11-2020 18:55 via zdnet.com
  
  The 90s called. They want their vulnerability back.
  
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• Time may be right for professionalizing artificial intelligence practices

  20-11-2020 17:26 via zdnet.com
  
  "It's unlikely that you'd trust a 'citizen architect' to build your home in the same way that you wouldn't visit a 'citizen doctor' when you get sick."
  
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• How China crushed Covid-19

  20-11-2020 17:04
  
  Coming up today: Matt Reynolds dissects China’s coronavirus strategy, Amit asks why games are getting shorter, and we discuss the security faux pas you’re probably making
  
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• Rebooting AI: Deep learning, meet knowledge graphs

  20-11-2020 16:49 via zdnet.com
  
  Gary Marcus, a prominent figure in AI, is on a mission to instill a breath of fresh air to a discipline he sees as in danger of stagnating. Knowledge graphs, the 20-year old hype, may have something to offer there.
  
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• When building a business can also be good for society

  20-11-2020 16:38 via zdnet.com
  
  When launching a new business, having an idea that also does good in the world can be a great starting point.
  
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• Trump Twitter ‘hack’: Dutch police question researcher

  20-11-2020 16:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A security researcher claims he accessed Donald Trump's Twitter account by guessing his password.
  
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• Two Romanians arrested for running three malware services

  20-11-2020 15:19 via zdnet.com
  
  The two ran two malware crypter services called CyberSeal and DataProtector, and a malware testing service called CyberScan.
  
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• Microsoft: These are the new privacy steps we're taking to protect your data

  20-11-2020 14:45 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft vows to pay users if it discloses their data following a government request that violates Europe's privacy laws.
  
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• These project management techniques can land you a six-figure salary

  20-11-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The Ultimate Six Sigma, Lean & Quality Management Bootcamp is packed with 18 courses and 15 accredited certifications.
  
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• SolidRun takes on Google's Raspberry Pi-like computer

  20-11-2020 13:56 via zdnet.com
  
  SolidRun's new board aims to bring machine learning to devices in the field.
  
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• Google is adding end-to-end encryption to its Android Messages app

  20-11-2020 13:49 via zdnet.com
  
  "We recognize that your conversations are private," says Google.
  
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• YouTube adds ads but won't pay all content-makers

  20-11-2020 13:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  YouTube says ads will now appear on videos from small-time creators - but they won't get a cut.
  
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• Artificial intelligence could be used to hack connected cars, drones warn security experts

  20-11-2020 13:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Cyberattacks on vulnerabilities in connected vehicles could have very real physical consequences if security isn't managed properly.
  
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• Hands-On: Logitech Ergo K860 Natural Keyboard

  20-11-2020 12:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Finally, a successor to the K350, and it is wonderful.
  
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• Best VPN 2020: NordVPN, PureVPN, others with free VPN tiers

  20-11-2020 12:00 via zdnet.com
  
  VPNs aren't essential only for securing your unencrypted Wi-Fi connections in coffee shops and airports. Every remote worker should consider a VPN to stay safe online. Here are your top choices for best VPNs in 2020 and how to get set up.
  
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• Vacos security camera review: neat design and long-lasting battery–but the app could be better

  20-11-2020 11:45 via zdnet.com
  
  Vacos is a well built security camera to watch over your property.
  
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• Fetch.AI launches blockchain-based AI smart-city infrastructure in Munich

  20-11-2020 11:44 via zdnet.com
  
  Fetch.ai and Datarella predict mass implementation of Munich’s smart-city infrastructure will reduce CO2 emissions by 34,000 tonnes per year.
  
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• Office Excel: Why it's Microsoft's not-so-secret weapon in no-code app development

  20-11-2020 11:04 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft might not have a mobile platform but it has a few tricks up its sleeve to win in low-code app creation.
  
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• Apple M1 MacBook teardowns reveal surprises

  20-11-2020 09:18 via zdnet.com
  
  And the surprise is that surprisingly little has changed.
  
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• Singapore investigating claims Muslim app developer sold user data to US military

  20-11-2020 07:37 via zdnet.com
  
  Clocking more than 98.5 million downloads worldwide, the Muslim Pro app reportedly has sold "granular location data" to the US military -- an allegation it denies --and is now being investigated by Singapore's Personal Data Protection Commission.
  
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• The UK created a secretive, elite hacking force. Here’s what it does

  20-11-2020 07:00
  
  The National Cyber Force is part of the UK's future defence plans. It's been operational since April and is on the attack
  
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• Manufacturing enough Covid-19 vaccine is a logistical nightmare

  20-11-2020 07:00
  
  We now have promising results from two Phase 3 clinical trials, but now the tough work of producing and distributing the vaccine is about to begin
  
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• Going green is the only way to rebuild the post-Covid economy

  20-11-2020 07:00
  
  Investments in decarbonisation and clean energy could be the best way to drive sustainable economic recovery following the pandemic
  
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• Southern Phone reclaims crown as Australia's most complained about telco

  20-11-2020 06:56 via zdnet.com
  
  Complaints shot to 27.6 complaints per 10,000 services during the July to September quarter.
  
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• The malware that usually installs ransomware and you need to remove right away

  20-11-2020 06:45 via zdnet.com
  
  If you see any of these malware strains on your enterprise networks, stop everything you're doing and audit all systems.
  
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• Magnetic spray could aid drug delivery and other news

  20-11-2020 05:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jen Copestake looks at some of the week’s best technology news stories.
  
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• UK's National Cyber Force comes out of the shadows

  20-11-2020 05:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  It will use offensive capabilities to counter threats from terrorists, criminals and hostile states.
  
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• Department of Industry stands up Australian Public Service Blockchain Network

  20-11-2020 03:05 via zdnet.com
  
  The group of public servants are charged with working out why the Australian government should care about blockchain.
  
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• Pope Francis: Vatican investigates Brazilian model Instagram photo like

  20-11-2020 02:51 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A Vatican spokesperson tells the Guardian newspaper the "like" did not come from the Holy See.
  
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• YouTube, Facebook and Twitter align to fight Covid vaccine conspiracies

  20-11-2020 02:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Fake news about vaccines could hamper the effort to end the pandemic, says a fact-checking group.
  
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• Wands revive memories of the smart home dream

  20-11-2020 02:09 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Lights, heating and fridges were all supposed to be internet connected, but it never really happened. Why?
  
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• How Instagram helped me cope with cancer

  20-11-2020 02:04 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Gabrielle Livingstone felt alone and scared knowing her dad was not going to get better. She set out to support others affected by parents with cancer.
  
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• Telco carrier to tech firm: BT Global Services CEO on reshaping the company

  20-11-2020 01:50 via zdnet.com
  
  The multinational has been shifting the way it operates for the last two years.
  
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• Facebook's Instagram 'failed self-harm responsibilities'

  20-11-2020 01:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The NSPCC says a fall in takedowns of graphic content put children at greater risk.
  
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• All the (genuinely) good early Black Friday deals

  20-11-2020 01:00
  
  Day one - kinda - of the best early Black Friday deals in laptops, headphones, phones, TV, smartwatches and gaming
  
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• Microsoft starts adding consumer features to Teams desktop and web apps

  20-11-2020 00:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft also is adding more new consumer-focused features to the Teams mobile apps for iOS and Android.
  
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