Posted on Saturday February 15, 2020
Slashdot reader golden_donkey quotes Forbes: Are you booting up your Windows 10 machine and discovering you can't log in to your profile? It appears you're not alone. Reports are increasing across Twitter and Microsoft forums that following the most recent Patch Tuesday update (KB4532693), users are complaining that their profiles and desktop files are missing, and that custom icons and wallpaper have all been reset to their default state... The KB4532693 update is allegedly causing much more serious headaches for some users. A newer report by Windows Latest cites multiple users in their comments section complaining that the data is nowhere to be found and allegedly not recoverable. Microsoft has now "yanked KB4524244 from its update servers..." reports ZDNet, "after acknowledging reports of an issue affecting a sub-set of devices." Microsoft says customers who have successfully installed the update don't need to take any further steps. Those who have configured PCs to defer installation of updates by at least four days should also be unaffected. For those who are experiencing issues related to this update, Microsoft recommends uninstalling the update. Forbes also shared a video "on a related note." Its title? "How To Choose A Linux Distro That's Right For You..."
Posted on Friday February 14, 2020
Businesses need technology to be profitable and productive. But not all technologies are capable of delivering on their perceived benefits. To make sure your investments are worth keeping, you need to perform technology business reviews.
Posted on Wednesday February 12, 2020
Bloatware is pre-installed software (that may or may not be malicious) that typically requires an unwarranted amount of disk space, slowing down your computer and exposing you to more cybersecurity risks.
Posted on Tuesday February 11, 2020
We have released the February security updates to provide additional protections against malicious attackers. As a best practice, we encourage customers to turn on automatic updates. More information about this month's security updates can be found in the Security Update Guide.
Posted on Monday February 10, 2020
The booming market for cybersecurity products is a sign that businesses are taking the issue seriously. But before your company invests in any product, ask yourself if it's something you really need. Here are some tips on how you can make the most out of your cybersecurity investment.
Posted on Friday February 07, 2020
For the non-tech-savvy, new technology trends can seem confusing. Blockchain, for instance, is a complex concept, but it has the potential to revolutionize every industry, including healthcare. That's why you should take the time to understand what it is and what it can do for your company.