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Microsoft, Mozilla plan new upgrade tactics for Edge, Firefox

10-05-2021 21:21

Microsoft and Mozilla have spelled out steps they plan to take to streamline the upgrade process for their browsers, Edge and Firefox, respectively.In March, Microsoft announced it would change how the company updatsd Edge, noting that the current method, which relied on a utility best known for keeping Office applications up to date on Macs, would be awarded a browser-specific servicing module."It will solely be responsible for updating Edge-related products and will not be affected (e.g. bloc

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Google and Apple claim their devices deliver a better sleep; not true, university says

10-05-2021 20:41

Shocked I am, shocked beyond words.A new study from Brigham Young University (BYU) found that a highly-touted smartphone capability claim from both Apple and Google is indeed complete nonsense. The feature, in this case, is Apple's Night Shift (and Android's Night Mode), which adjusts a device's screen to warmer hues, theoretically allowing users to get to sleep faster.BYU detailed the perception, the myth Apple and Google played upon, and then obliterated it."It’s widely believed that th

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How to make Apple's Mail deliver more productivity

10-05-2021 19:07

Apple gave its Mail app a small facelift in 2020, but it remains quite limited in comparison with other available email rivals. But you can get a little more from Mail with a little perseverance thanks to Rules.Here's how to get Mail to deliver more.What are Rules in Apple Mail?
Mail supports Rules that are automatically applied to incoming messages. These rules can automate such functions as message forwarding, archiving, and more.There are some big limitations, however:
You can’t create

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Patch Tuesday preview: Time for a 'measured' approach to updates

10-05-2021 14:57

It’s time again: with Patch Tuesday in sight, I always recommend pausing or delaying updates, and this month is no different. But the second Tuesday of May also brings to an end support for Windows 10 1909. If you want to receive updates for Windows 10 after May 11, you’ll need to make sure you’re running Windows 10 2004 or 20H2.So my first request on this Patch Tuesday week is that you check to see what exact version of Windows 10 you have installed, so you know you are still

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How to create a digital workplace

10-05-2021 12:00

Because a secure, remote-work strategy has become essential for business resilience, IT organizations are increasingly thinking now about creating digital workplaces. But doing so means much more than enabling remote work via VPNs, using identity controls, and rolling out cloud-based applications.It also means devising a strategy that takes into account employee needs, regardless of location, in a way that ensures business moves forward smoothly.[ Related: When it’s time to return to the

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