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It"s Windows XP"s 20th Birthday and Way Too Many Still Use It

Today is the 20th anniversary of Windows XP, and although the operating system reached the end of support in 2014, way too many people continue to use the insecure version of Windows. BleepingComputer reports: Windows XP was released on October 25, 2.....»»

Category: topSource:  slashdotOct 25th, 2021

Eleven things to know about in the Windows 11 2024 Update

A look at some of the changes and odds and ends in this year's Windows release. The Windows 11 2024 Update, also known as Windows 11 24H2, started rolling out last week. Your PC m.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 11th, 2024

Windows 11 is creating an ‘undeletable’ 8.63GB cache

The undeletable cache issue stems from the 'checkpoint update' system, a feature designed to download smaller, incremental patches instead of full updates......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 10th, 2024

Passkeys in Windows 11 are about to get safer and easier to use

Microsoft has announced that big changes are coming to its passkey experience, including third-party integration and account syncing......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 10th, 2024

Microsoft Defender review: Is Windows default antivirus safe enough?

I reviewed Microsoft Defender to find out how well the free antivirus software included with Windows protects your computer and your personal data......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 9th, 2024

Microsoft patches two zero-days exploited in the wild (CVE-2024-43573, CVE-2024-43572)

For October 2024 Patch Tuesday, Microsoft has released fixes for 117 security vulnerabilities, including two under active exploitation: CVE-2024-43573, a spoofing bug affecting the Windows MSHTML Platform, and CVE-2024-43572, a remote code execution.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 8th, 2024

It’s official — Intel now holds the Windows battery life crown

Several new chipsets have hit Windows laptops in the last few months, offering better performance and battery life. Which of them provides the best combination?.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 6th, 2024

One of the best football movies ever made just turned 20. Here’s why it still scores

On the film's 20th anniversary, here's why Friday Night Lights is the best football movie of the 21st century......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 6th, 2024

Week in review: Critical Zimbra RCE vulnerability exploited, Patch Tuesday forecast

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: October 2024 Patch Tuesday forecast: Recall can be recalled October arrived, and Microsoft started the month by announcing the release of Windows 11.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 6th, 2024

Uninstalled Copilot? Microsoft will let you reprogram your keyboard’s Copilot key

Copilot key becomes a "whatever" key in latest Windows Insider Preview build. Whether you care about Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant or not, many new PCs introduced this year hav.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 5th, 2024

Tip: You Can Change Pixel Buds Settings on Windows, Mac

Owning a pair of high-end earbuds in today’s world means you likely connect them to your phone and computer either simultaneously or with quick switching as you need it. That double device access allows you to jump from work life to phone life.....»»

Category: mobileSource:  droidlifeRelated NewsOct 4th, 2024

October 2024 Patch Tuesday forecast: Recall can be recalled

October arrived, and Microsoft started the month by announcing the release of Windows 11 24H2. The preview versions of this release have been in the news due to many innovations and one controversial feature. Windows 11 24H2 and Microsoft Recall This.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 4th, 2024

Windows 11 can now use AI to respond to your text messages

Microsoft's Phone Link app just made answering messages easier with Suggested Replies. Here is everything you need to know about the feature......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 3rd, 2024

How to transfer weapon stats in Throne and Liberty

Throne and Liberty allows you to level up weapons alongside your character, but you aren't stuck with it forever. Here's how to transfer weapon XP to a new one......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 3rd, 2024

Microsoft releases Office 2024, the latest buy-once-own-forever version of Office

Standalone apps won't get Copilot but include updates made since Office 2021. Microsoft's push to get Windows and Office users to buy Microsoft 365 subscriptions can be irritating.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 2nd, 2024

Windows 11 24H2, the biggest update in two years, starts rolling out today

Windows 11's third annual update includes a subtle under-the-hood overhaul. Microsoft will begin rolling this year's annual Windows 11 update out to consumers starting today, the.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 2nd, 2024

Apple Podcasts launches new narrative series chart, ad-free windows, more

Today Apple has announced changes to Apple Podcasts designed to better spotlight a specific type of show: narrative series. A new top chart is debuting alongside other editorial initiatives, plus Series becomes its own standalone category for improve.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsOct 1st, 2024

Dell Sale: XPS 14 laptops up to $550 off

Both version of the Dell XPS 14 are on sale! Purchase through the manufacturer and save up to $550 on this terrific Windows laptop......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 1st, 2024

Windows 11 24H2, the biggest update in two years, starts rolling out today

Windows 11's third annual update includes a subtle under-the-hood overhaul. Enlarge (credit: Microsoft) Microsoft will begin rolling this year's annual Windows 11 update out to consumers starting today, the company annou.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 1st, 2024

Halcyon offers ransomware protection for Linux environments

As an integral part of the Halcyon Anti-Ransomware Platform, Halcyon Linux offers protection against ransomware attacks targeting Linux systems. While ransomware operators were once almost exclusively focused on targeting Windows environments, the in.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 1st, 2024

Use Windows event logs for ransomware investigations, JPCERT/CC advises

The JPCERT Coordination Center – the first Computer Security Incident Response Team established in Japan – has compiled a list of entries in Windows event logs that could help enterprise defenders respond to human-operated ransomware atta.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 1st, 2024