Posted on Tuesday May 30, 2017
Amazon is setting its sights on the VoIP market again and will use its Alexa technology to launch a new phone system. Based on a new patent, users of Amazon's artificial intelligence (AI) devices might soon be able to enjoy a smart speaker and phone in one. This won't be the eCommerce giant's first attempt at launching a wireless phone system, but this time it seems that they're taking the time to develop the technology. Read on to find out more.
Posted on Monday May 29, 2017
For businesses, the security of sensitive data is critical. If this information is lost or stolen, it could lead to crippling financial losses, legal disputes, and more importantly, loss of customer trust. And while those of you with Microsoft Office 365 installed have some security and compliance tools, there are still some data protection best practices you need to consider. Here are seven of them:
Posted on Friday May 26, 2017
Windows 10's Fall Creators Update is the next major update that Microsoft will roll out in September. Besides reusing the same "Creators Update" name and focusing on bringing the Windows experience to iOS and Android devices, here are some noteworthy features users can expect.
Posted on Thursday May 25, 2017
No one can escape the news of WannaCry. The IT industry has been covering this type of malware for years, but never has one campaign spread so far or infected so many computers. Read on to gain a greater understanding of what happened and how to prepare yourself for the inevitable copy cats.
Posted on Wednesday May 24, 2017
macOS version of HandBrake, an open-source video transcoding software that converts multimedia files into various formats, was recently infected with a Trojan. According to HandBreak's announcement, if you downloaded the app between May 2 (14:30 UTC) and May 6 (11:00 UTC), there's a 50% chance that your system got infected. Read on to find out more.
Posted on Tuesday May 23, 2017
Both businesses and individuals across dozens of countries are scrambling to fix their computer systems after a ransomware, named WannaCry, caused major disruptions earlier this month. Like most ransomware, WannaCry encrypts files and demands a Bitcoin payment for their release. What's worse, more WannaCry variants will likely be developed in the near future, according to security researchers. Fortunately, there are some common strategies you can use to mitigate the damage of the ransomware.