Microsoft Authenticator suppresses suspicious MFA notifications
Microsoft has quietly rolled out a new mechanism that shields users of its mobile Authenticator app from suspicious (and annoying) push notifications triggered by attackers. Preventing attacks relying on MFA fatigue When faced with MFA-protected acco.....»»
As quantum computing threats loom, Microsoft updates its core crypto library
Two algorithms added so far, two more planned in the coming months. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Microsoft has updated a key cryptographic library with two new encryption algorithms designed to withstand attacks from q.....»»
AirPods Pro 2 update brings iOS 18 head gestures ahead of public release
You can now nod your head — or shake it — to reply to notifications if you're wearing AirPods Pro......»»
Microsoft fixes 4 exploited zero-days and a code defect that nixed earlier security fixes
September 2024 Patch Tuesday is here and Microsoft has delivered 79 fixes, including those for a handful of zero-days (CVE-2024-38217, CVE-2024-38226, CVE-2024-38014, CVE-2024-43461) exploited by attackers in the wild, and a Windows 10 code defect (C.....»»
A forced Windows update is coming next month
Support for Windows 11 22H2 is ending soon and Microsoft will be automatically initiating an update on eligible machines next month......»»
Microsoft performs operations with multiple error-corrected qubits
Microsoft boosts error correction on Quantinuum machine, partners with Atom Computing. Enlarge / Quantinuum's H2 "racetrack" quantum processor. (credit: Quantinuum) On Tuesday, Microsoft made a series of announcements re.....»»
How to merge and unmerge cells in Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Excel has numerous powerful data analysis functions, but sometimes you need to do something simple like merge some cells. Here's how......»»
Apple takes direct aim at Microsoft’s Copilot+ PCs in new AI-focused Mac promos
Apple is ramping up its efforts to promote the Mac as a powerful platform for artificial intelligence. In the Apple Store app and various places around the web, Apple is promoting that the Mac is the “best AI PC.” Notably, the company is also tak.....»»
Android 16 could give your phone a big redesign
There could be a big change coming with Android 16 when Google releases it. It has to do with the look of Android's Notifications and Quick Settings panels......»»
How to insert footnotes in Word on PC and Mac
Adding a footnote to a Microsoft Word document isn't difficult at all. In this quick guide, we'll show you how to insert footnotes in Word in just a few clicks......»»
How to use Microsoft Excel: a guide for beginners
You don’t have to struggle or scratch your head when it comes to using Microsoft Excel. This guide for beginners will get you off to a solid start with Excel......»»
Lenovo’s version of the Surface Pro is on sale for $270
The Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2, a much cheaper alternative to the Microsoft Surface Pro 9, delivers the same versatility for only $270 after Lenovo's $100 discount......»»
ASUS unveils new laptops with Microsoft’s Copilot+ AI features
At IFA 2024, ASUS has unveiled a couple of new laptops, the Vivobook S 15 and ProArt PZ13, both of which are powered by Copilot+. The post ASUS unveils new laptops with Microsoft’s Copilot+ AI features appeared first on Phandroid. At IFA.....»»
Microsoft Teams online vs. desktop: Which is best?
You can use Microsoft Team on your PC using the web app or the desktop app. Which is best? Let's take a look......»»
After its studio criticized Microsoft, Enotria: The Last Song is coming to Xbox
After announcing an indefinite delay for release on Xbox, Enotria: The Last Song's developers say they've finally gotten in touch with Xbox......»»
Microsoft"s Copilot+ gaming fail could be a big Apple Silicon win
Microsoft's push into AI-centric notebooks isn't great for gamers, as they can't play most of their games on the ARM-based chips inside the latest Copilot+ PCs. This is a problem that will be beneficial to Apple Silicon gaming.Microsoft Surface Lapto.....»»
Microsoft is already reinventing Copilot
Microsoft is getting ready to reveal the next phase of its Copilot offerings in a LinkedIn event on September 16......»»
Prompt Security helps organizations monitor data shared with Microsoft 365 Copilot
Prompt Security launched a security and governance solution for Copilot for Microsoft 365, marking a significant milestone in GenAI Security for enterprise applications. As organizations rapidly adopt GenAI tools to boost productivity and innovation,.....»»
Upcoming Soulslike delayed indefinitely on Xbox due to ‘challenges’ with Microsoft
Enotria: The Last Song was originally supposed to come to Xbox Series X/S at launch, but the developers apparently can't get in touch with Microsoft......»»
Microsoft says Apple makes it impossible for cloud gaming services to exist on the App Store
Apple and Microsoft are again fighting about the topic of cloud gaming services and the App Store. Apple updated its App Store policies earlier this year to allow cloud gaming apps. However, Microsoft has blasted the company in a submission to a gove.....»»
Transport for London is dealing with a cyber security incident
Transport for London (TfL) has sent out notifications to customers on Sunday evening saying that they “are currently dealing with an ongoing cyber security incident.” The government body that manages most of the transport network of Unite.....»»