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• Microsoft to release 'Defender for Business' platform

  02-11-2021 23:42 via zdnet.com
  
  Once the tool is available, customers will be able to buy the platform directly from Microsoft as a standalone offering costing $3 per user per month.
  
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• Zillow says difficulty of forecasting, huge capital need felled home buying business

  02-11-2021 23:11 via zdnet.com
  
  Zillow saw a massive rise in its debt to buy homes the quarter, amidst deeply negative profit margins.
  
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• Best online master's in computer science 2021: Top picks

  02-11-2021 23:03 via zdnet.com
  
  The best online computer science master's programs prepare graduates for many rewarding and in-demand careers within the fast-growing computer and information technology industry.
  
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• What to expect in a computer science degree program

  02-11-2021 22:56 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're considering a future in coding, this guide can help you learn what to expect in a computer science degree program.
  
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• FBI: Ransomware groups tying attacks to 'significant financial events'

  02-11-2021 22:33 via zdnet.com
  
  The FBI has sent out a notice saying ransomware groups often link their attacks to IPOs, mergers and acquisitions as a way to pressure companies.
  
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• T-Mobile delivers mixed Q3 results, adds 1.3M postpaid net additions

  02-11-2021 21:39 via zdnet.com
  
  The wireless carrier reported Q3 revenues slightly below market expectations.
  
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• Akamai shares rise as Q3 results top expectations, increases buyback authority

  02-11-2021 21:29 via zdnet.com
  
  Akamai said its board approved a new $1.8 billion share repurchase authorization.
  
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• Akamai Q3 results top expectations, Q4 view misses; increases buyback authority

  02-11-2021 21:29 via zdnet.com
  
  Akamai said its board approved a new $1.8 billion share repurchase authorization.
  
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• Coursera narrowly beats Wall Street estimates for Q3 as education companies struggle with enrollment downturn

  02-11-2021 21:22 via zdnet.com
  
  The company reported a revenue of $109.9 million for Q3 and a non-GAAP loss per share of 6 cents.
  
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• Best Smartwatch Black Friday deals: Garmin, Fitbit, Samsung Galaxy

  02-11-2021 21:04 via zdnet.com
  
  We have tested a ton of smartwatches in 2021 and are starting to find Black Friday deals for you. These smartwatches are great companions for your smartphone and can also serve to help you keep fit over the holidays.
  
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• Beginner computer classes online: What can you take, and where?

  02-11-2021 20:42 via zdnet.com
  
  Master the basics of computer use with these affordable and free online computer classes for all ages.
  
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• Best smartphone Black Friday deals: Galaxy foldable, OnePlus flagship, Motorola

  02-11-2021 20:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Smartphones are essential to getting work done, staying in touch with family and friends, showing off your vax card, and much more. There are some great deals available as the holidays approach.
  
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• Apple Watch Series 7 review: Bigger really is better

  02-11-2021 20:16 via zdnet.com
  
  After using Apple's latest smartwatch for a couple of weeks, it dawned on me: This is a sneaky good upgrade
  
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• Black Friday kitchen and household deals: Air fryers, Instant Pots, more

  02-11-2021 20:11 via zdnet.com
  
  We've sifted through the kitchen aisles to find the best Black Friday deals, from air fryers to blenders.
  
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• Linux Foundation adds software supply chain security to LFX

  02-11-2021 19:46 via zdnet.com
  
  Our software supply chains are under attack. The Linux Foundation, via its LFX tools, is set to defend them.
  
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• CISA promotes election cybersecurity platform debunking misinformation

  02-11-2021 19:33 via zdnet.com
  
  The cybersecurity body reiterated that there is "no specific, credible threat to election infrastructure" but noted that they are "ready to provide cyber incident response and expertise if needed."
  
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• Ditching Google Chrome was the best thing I did this year (and you should do the same too)

  02-11-2021 19:23 via zdnet.com
  
  Sometimes you don't notice how bad something is until you look at it with hindsight.
  
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• Facebook is shutting down its facial recognition system

  02-11-2021 19:09 via zdnet.com
  
  The social media giant is also deleting individual facial recognition templates for more than a billion people.
  
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• IBM acquires endpoint security company ReaQta, announces expanded XDR suite

  02-11-2021 18:26 via zdnet.com
  
  The technology giant said the acquisition was part of a larger announcement about the expansion of its QRadar brand, which will now include a new suite of XDR offerings.
  
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• Tangoe shows work-from-anywhere expense-management package

  02-11-2021 18:11 via zdnet.com
  
  Product bundle is designed for enterprises that may lack the resources or in-house expertise to execute a digital communications transformation.
  
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• 5 Tips for Designing Great Website Navigation 

  02-11-2021 17:45 via webdesignerdepot.com
  
  Navigation is one of the most essential elements of a website. 
  It provides a high-level overview of what visitors will find there (which also happens to be good for SEO). It helps visitors orient themselves so they can get around the site quickly. Plus, it enables them to take quick action like visiting their cart or searching the site.
  As a web designer, you have to make sure the website navigation is designed so that visitors can get the most from it. 
  Today, we’re going to lo
  
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• Royal Mail 2021 Christmas stamps tell a “contemporary” Nativity story

  02-11-2021 17:27
  
  Royal Mail has revealed its 2021 Christmas stamp collection, featuring Nativity scenes by post-cubist artist Jorge Cocco.
  The stamps have been designed by Bath-based studio Supple. As well as six separate stamp designs, Supple has also created presentation packs, first day covers, and two postmarks.
  (Click gallery images above for full view).
  According to studio founder Jamie Ellul, Royal Mail’s brief sought to incorporate an artist with an unusual style or use of materials, following the
  
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• Juniper announces new IoT service for onboarding and securing devices

  02-11-2021 17:08 via zdnet.com
  
  Juniper also unveiled new 6 GHz access points that leverage Mist AI.
  
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• Own an iPhone, Android, laptop or desktop system? You need this $29 security key

  02-11-2021 16:47 via zdnet.com
  
  The perfect way to secure your online accounts against unauthorized access, no matter what device you are using.
  
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• Deal alert: Get 3 years of Atlas VPN for just $1.39 a month

  02-11-2021 16:19 via zdnet.com
  
  One of the best cheap VPN services is more affordable than ever, just in time for Black Friday.
  
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• Microsoft Power Apps gets pay-as-you-go licensing; Dynamics 365 gets more new modules

  02-11-2021 16:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft is continuing to reposition, repackage and modify its licensing for pieces of its five-year-old Dynamics 365 and related Power Platform families of products.
  
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• Microsoft introduces Loop: A new collaboration tool built on Fluid Framework

  02-11-2021 16:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft is rebranding some of its Fluid Framework elements as 'Loop' and is introducing a new standalone Loop collaboration and project-management app in 2022.
  
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• Microsoft to extend its 'enterprise metaverse' strategy with Mesh for Teams

  02-11-2021 16:01 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft plans to bring the mixed-reality world of Microsoft Mesh to Teams, starting with a preview featuring customized avatars in 2022.
  
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• Microsoft is adding more AI smarts and other new tools to Office

  02-11-2021 16:01 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft is adding more predictive capabilities to Office via a set of new capabilities called Context IQ.
  
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• Microsoft's Edge browser for Linux is now available for all users

  02-11-2021 16:00 via zdnet.com
  
  It's 'Chredge' time for Linux: Microsoft's Edge browser is now generally available for a number of Linux distributions.
  
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• Microsoft's cloud-connected on-prem database: SQL Server 2022 rolls out in private preview

  02-11-2021 16:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The new version of Microsoft's flagship database comes with a slew of cloud-oriented features, including integration with Azure SQL Database, Azure Synapse Analytics, and the Azure Purview data governance platform. There's even connectivity with Amazon S3.
  
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• Can network-as-a-service handle emerging business needs?

  02-11-2021 16:00 via zdnet.com
  
  That's the question IT teams are wondering as they consider the new model of consuming networking technologies, according to a new Cisco report.
  
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• At Ignite, Microsoft enhances its cloud database, warehouse and lake services

  02-11-2021 16:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft unveils new capabilities within Azure Synapse Analytics, Cosmos DB and its stable of open source databases.
  
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• Shopping for an iPhone 13? Here are the best iPhone deals in November 2021

  02-11-2021 15:50 via zdnet.com
  
  Are you looking for a good deal on a new iPhone? We've looked everywhere, and these are the best promotions we can find.
  
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• Zoom rolls out new advertising program for free accounts

  02-11-2021 15:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Ads will be rolled out on the browser page users see once they end their meeting and free Basic users in certain countries will see these ads if they join meetings that are hosted by other free Basic users.
  
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• Design events to catch in November

  02-11-2021 15:15
  
  Virtual conference: AroundHosted by the founders of digital design platform Gravity Sketch, Around will explore what organisers are calling “the new age of industrial design”. The focus will be on how things like virtual reality (VR) and 3D ideation are changing for designers.
  Speakers will include representative from the likes of Adidas, Ford and Occulus, as well as other designers working the fields of CAD, product, VR and industrial design. Talks will cover a range of topics, incl
  
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• Here's the world's first 5G Tri-band WiFi 6 mesh system

  02-11-2021 15:13 via zdnet.com
  
  Need the best Wi-Fi coverage possible? Netgear has you covered.
  
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• Amazon's early Black Friday deals: Laptops, TVs, more

  02-11-2021 15:02 via zdnet.com
  
  The commerce giant gets the Black Friday party started with deals on everyday gadgets and gizmos.
  
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• I spent over $4,500 on Apple products; so, how's that working out for me?

  02-11-2021 14:42 via zdnet.com
  
  New iPhone. New Apple Watch. New MacBook Pro. A lot of the same old problems.
  
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• Documentary: How Handspring and Palm sparked the smartphone revolution

  02-11-2021 14:35 via zdnet.com
  
  "Springboard: The Secret History of the First Real Smartphone" packs a lot of rich storytelling into 30 minutes.
  
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• Phishing attacks are harder to spot on your smartphone. That's why hackers are using them more

  02-11-2021 14:18 via zdnet.com
  
  Cybersecurity researchers warn about a rise in cyber criminals going after mobile devices as a means of gaining entry to networks.
  
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• Quantum computing: IBM just created this new way to measure the speed of quantum processors

  02-11-2021 14:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Big Blue has released a new metric, CLOPS, which puts a number on the speed of a quantum computer.
  
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• Quantum computing: IBM has created this new way to measure the speed of quantum processors

  02-11-2021 14:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Big Blue has released a new metric, CLOPS, which puts a number on the speed of a quantum computer.
  
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• Firefox unveils new homepage for Android and iOS

  02-11-2021 14:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Firefox said the new design helps people jump right back into the content and activities they care more about.
  
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• Train at your own pace to become an in-demand ethical hacker for only $30

  02-11-2021 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  You can break into a well-paid tech career with the skills taught in 10 self-paced courses with no previous experience and even while working full-time.
  
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• Best HP Black Friday 2021 deals on its laptops, desktops

  02-11-2021 13:38 via zdnet.com
  
  The best news for early shoppers is that some of the price cuts listed in HP's Black Friday ad are already available on its website, even though it promises them starting on November 18.
  
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• Microsoft Teams meeting problems? This new tool can help work out why your call quality was so bad

  02-11-2021 13:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft has released a tool for admins and support staff to assess the quality of users' calls in real time.
  
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• Toronto subways hit by ransomware as US lawmakers slam 'burdensome' cybersecurity rules

  02-11-2021 13:17 via zdnet.com
  
  As Canada's largest city struggles with a ransomware attack on its transportation system, US lawmakers are balking at new transportation-related cybersecurity regulations.
  
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• Linux 5.15 just arrived - and here's what's inside

  02-11-2021 13:01 via zdnet.com
  
  Linux 5.15 has been released with long-term servicing support.
  
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• EDB unleashes BigAnimal in the cloud

  02-11-2021 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  One of the first PostgreSQL providers is now releasing a full-blown database-as-a-service.
  
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