Best Windows apps this week
Five-hundred-and-seventy-six in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 and 11 on the Microsoft Store and elsewhere in the past seven days.
Future Windows PC keyboards may have a dedicated Copilot key. First keyboards with a key will become available in late February. A tap on the key launches Copilot. It is unclear if additional shortcuts will be supported.
Don't risk falling behind when it comes to cloud security
Cloud investment is central to staying competitive in modern business. Gartner estimated that global end-user cloud investment reached nearly $600 billion this year and forecasts a 20 percent increase in spending in 2024. But as investment in and reliance on the cloud increases, so must investment in cloud security.
Expanding cloud usage means an expanding attack surface for threat actors to target. Research from Vanson Bourne, commissioned by Illumio, found that nearly half (47 percent) of all security breaches now start in the cloud.
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How SMBs are tailoring their cybersecurity programs [Q&A]
The uncertain economic climate has led to many smaller businesses cutting their budgets over the last year. But where cybersecurity spend is concerned this can be a risky move.
We spoke to Geoff Bibby, senior vice president at OpenText Cybersecurity to discuss how SMBs and managed security providers (MSPs) can adapt their security plans while still remaining protected.
V-COLOR introduces Manta XFinity DDR5 memory with speeds up to 8400MHz
V-COLOR has announced the Manta XFinity DDR5 memory series. Designed for PC enthusiasts and those seeking high performance, the new series boasts notable features, including speeds of up to 8400MHz. This series offers a variety of RAM capacities, starting from 32GB kits and extending up to 96GB.
Manta XFinity is engineered for compatibility with the latest 14th generation CPUs and has been tested on advanced motherboards like the Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X and ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX. These tests are intended to ensure reliability and stability across different system configurations.
Microsoft's 'Copilot Key' for Windows 11 devices -- a misstep in keyboard evolution or a privacy nightmare?
In a bold yet questionable move, Microsoft has introduced the “Copilot Key” for Windows 11 PCs, marking the first significant change to the PC keyboard in nearly 30 years. This development, part of Microsoft's ambitious AI integration plan, aims to make AI a seamless part of every Windows user's experience. However, this innovation raises significant concerns about its actual utility and potential drawbacks.
Firstly, the addition of the Copilot key seems to overlook the fundamental principle of simplicity in design. Keyboards have evolved over decades to become efficient input devices. Adding another key risks cluttering the keyboard layout, potentially leading to confusion and inefficiency, especially for users who rely on muscle memory for typing and shortcuts.
Three questions enterprise leaders are asking about AI
Many leaders have been extremely aggressive about their AI strategies this year. However, despite the buzz generated by these technologies, most leaders are still scratching their heads trying to brainstorm real, practical ways to implement AI.
I’ve identified three common questions from leaders about AI for the enterprise and answered them with pragmatic guidance on the steps they can take today to make the most of these innovative technologies.
Busting three common DDoS myths
DDoS (distributed denial-of-service) protection occupies a peculiar spot in cybersecurity. While "newer" threats like AI-enabled cybercrime and the ongoing ransomware spree take up many airwaves, DDoS is relatively stable. For many, it's a known quantity. But this is where the problem lies. DDoS has been around for so long, and companies have been mitigating against it for all this time that a knowledge gap is slowly creeping in.
Because things change, bad habits get picked up, or common misconceptions go unchallenged and evolve into full-blown myths. Companies might be ‘protecting’ themselves under false pretenses, so it pays to revisit what you know, explore what’s changed and rebuild your knowledge of the threat landscape semi-regularly. So, with that in mind, let's explore three common myths we regularly encounter in the DDoS space.
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The Deep Tech revolution -- Part 2: Meetups
Welcome back to Zama’s ‘Deep Tech Series’, exploring activities and initiatives that, while seemingly confined to companies and startups heavily technology driven, can potentially be applied to other organizations. Thanks to insights of experts in cryptography, privacy, blockchain and Machine Learning, the aim is to provide useful guidance on how to implement these activities in any kind of tech-driven company and beyond.
In the first installment, we looked at the advantages and added value of releasing white papers, a type of research and data based content that can share information about a product or technology while showcasing the company’s knowledge and expertise. In this follow up, we'll look at the importance of engaging and growing your tech community through meetups.
Sabrent launches USB-C Universal Docking Station (DS-UICA)
Today, Sabrent launches the USB-C Universal Docking Station (DS-UICA), which offers a range of features for users looking to expand the connectivity of their devices. Designed to work with laptops, ultrabooks, Chromebooks, Android phones and tablets, MacBooks, iPhones, and iPads, this docking station provides a variety of ports.
The DS-UICA can even prop up a smartphone or tablet. If you own a handheld gaming PC, such as the Steam Deck or Lenovo Legion Go, this could prove to be perfect dock to transform it into a makeshift desktop -- just put the PC into the cradle and connect the USB-C cable!
Four key ingredients to unlock HyperProductivity through workplace IT
Just a few years ago, it was hard to directly link the impact digital tools were having on productivity across a business. But as businesses have transformed and become more digitally mature, that’s all changed.
With metrics for tracking productivity ubiquitous, business leaders want to take it up to the next level. Now they are focused on HyperProductivity -- driving unprecedented levels of productivity across the organization. To date, businesses have tried a range of tactics to foster HyperProductivity, frequently involving discouraging workers from spending time on anything other than core tasks. As an extreme example, some businesses even installed uncomfortable toilets designed to limit time employees spend in the bathroom. Instead, they should be focusing on making it as easy as possible for employees to do their jobs, which is why optimizing workplace technology is a better path to explore.
Selecting the right storage for SQL Server high availability in the cloud
When it comes to the type of storage you might use for a cloud-based SQL Server deployment, all the major cloud providers provide a bewildering array of options. Azure offers Standard HDD as well as Standard SSD, Premium SSD as well as Premium SSD v2. Oh, and then there’s Ultra Disk. And AWS? The options are no less eye-glazing: ST1 and Standard, GP2 and GP3, IO1 and IO2.
Even if you could easily differentiate the offerings, what would be your best choice if you plan to configure your infrastructure for high availability (HA) -- by which we mean an infrastructure designed to ensure that your SQL Server database will be available and operating no less than 99.99 percent of the time?
The promise of generative AI depends on precise regulation
AI’s path to maturity lacks footing without the stamp of regulation. While the recent developments of the White House executive order and the EU AI Act are a good start, there’s a lot of progress to be made in terms of AI research and rule-making. Because if we want to unlock the full range of AI use cases, we’re going to need precise regulation, tailored to the unique needs of each sector.
Generative AI sparks an opportunity to transform every industry; a prospect that has prompted a flurry of AI innovation across verticals that will undoubtedly send ripple effects throughout the economy. McKinsey estimates that across 63 different use cases, generative AI could contribute between $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion to the global economy annually. But sector and use-case-specific regulatory framework is imperative if we want to harness this potential and ensure responsible, safe applications of generative AI.
Why not all AI is created equal and how the wrong choice could be hurting your business [Q&A]
AI seems to be everywhere at the moment. But despite the fact that it has become ubiquitous, it isn't all the same.
Steve Benton, VP of threat research for Anomali, talked to us about why not all AI is equal and what businesses need to consider to ensure they get the most from the technology.
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