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TUXEDO unveils next-gen InfinityBook Pro 14: A powerful, ultra-mobile Linux laptop

TUXEDO has announced the latest generation of its popular InfinityBook Pro 14, an ultra-mobile yet powerful business laptop featuring a 16:10 3K display, massive 99 Wh battery, and full Linux support.

The new 8th generation InfinityBook Pro 14 boasts a combination of an ultra-light and slim magnesium body, a high-end processor, and the maximum battery capacity allowed for airplane carry-on. This combination ensures maximum mobility and strong performance for business, multimedia, and even image and video editing on a premium 14-inch high-resolution display.

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Get 'Working Smarter with Microsoft Outlook' (worth $20.99) for FREE

Millions of users across the globe spend their working hours using Microsoft Outlook to manage tasks, schedules, emails, and more

Post-pandemic, many organizations have started adopting remote working, and the need to stay productive in workspace collaboration has been increasing. Working Smarter with Microsoft Outlook takes you through smart techniques, tips, and productivity hacks that will help you become an expert Outlook user. This book brings together everything you need to know about automating your daily repetitive tasks.

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Get 'Mastering Windows Security and Hardening -- Second Edition' (worth $41) for FREE

Are you looking for the most current and effective ways to protect Windows-based systems from being compromised by intruders?

This updated second edition of Mastering Windows Security and Hardening is a detailed guide that helps you gain the expertise to implement efficient security measures and create robust defense solutions using modern technologies.

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Phone Link for iPhone is now rolling out to all Windows 11 users

Microsoft today announces the expansion of its Phone Link feature, finally allowing iPhone users to connect to -- and interact with -- Windows 11 PCs.

Microsoft Phone Link for iOS on Windows 11 is beginning to roll out today in 39 languages across 85 markets, with the process expected to be completed by mid-May.

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First release of Kodi 21 'Omega' available to download NOW

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Three months ago, The Kodi Foundation rolled out the first stable version of Kodi 20 'Nexus', the latest iteration of its popular home theater software,

Today, the team makes the first build of its successor, Kodi 21 'Omega', available to download, and it’s described as a "major release" with lots of new features.

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Get 'Amplify Your Influence: Transform How You Communicate and Lead' for FREE

In Amplify Your Influence: Transform How You Communicate and Lead, celebrated keynote speaker, trainer and leadership coach Rene Rodriguez delivers an eye-opening roadmap to using applied neuroscience to improve readers’ communication ability, critical thinking, cultural awareness, and leadership skills. 

Based in the author’s proprietary AMPLIFII system and methodologies he has taught to over 100,000 participants around the world, the book offers practical tips, useful frameworks, guided practice, and simple application exercises to help readers create new and lasting behaviors that effect change in their life and work. 

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Windows 11 Build 23440 lets you hide the date and time in the system tray

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Microsoft today rolled out a new Windows 11 build to Insiders in the Canary Channel that brings Content Adaptive Brightness Control (CABC) to plugged in devices.

Insiders on the Dev Channel aren’t missing out though, as Windows 11 Build 23440 arrives today, with a decent amount of new features and fixes for testers in that channel.

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Experimental Windows 11 build brings Content Adaptive Brightness Control (CABC) to plugged in devices

Two weeks ago, Microsoft released a Windows 11 build to the Dev Channel which came with Content Adaptive Brightness Control (CABC) -- an energy-saving feature that works by dimming areas of the screen depending on the content that is being viewed. It was supposed to be something that would benefit all, including desktop users.

Shortly afterwards, Microsoft backtracked, and said the feature wouldn’t be available to desktops after all. From today, Canary Channel Build 25346 introduces CABC support for laptops and 2-in-1’s that are plugged into a charger.

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Get 'Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Handbook' (worth $41.99) for FREE

Cybercriminals are incessantly coming up with new ways to compromise online systems and wreak havoc, creating an ever-growing need for cybersecurity practitioners in every organization across the globe who understand international security standards, such as the ISO27k family of standards.

If you’re looking to ensure that your company's data conforms to these standards, Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Handbook has got you covered.

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You can now run Windows 11 from a live disk -- no installation required -- here's how

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Linux live disks provide a convenient and versatile solution for trying out various distributions without the need for installation. These bootable USB drives or CD/DVDs allow users to run a fully functional operating system directly from the removable media before committing to a full installation.

If you prefer Microsoft's operating system, it is now possible to create a live disk for Windows 11 -- fantastic news for anyone uncertain about whether the new OS will suit their needs and would like to try it first.

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Microsoft adds a new photo gallery to File Explorer in Windows 11

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Arriving just in time for the weekend, the latest Windows 11 flight for Insiders in the Dev Channel comes with a new feature which will be appreciated by a lot of users.

Build 23435 introduces Gallery, a new addition to File Explorer, which is designed to make it easier to browse your photo collection.

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Windows 8 2023 Edition could be the perfect Microsoft operating system

Windows 8 2023 Edition

In 2012, Microsoft introduced Windows 8, an operating system conceived as a response to the rise of mobile computing and the increasing popularity of tablets and smartphones. The aim was to provide a unified operating system that would offer a seamless experience across devices, with a focus on touch-based interactions.

It flopped badly, and will forever be remembered as an ambitious but flawed attempt to redefine the user experience in the age of portable computing. But what if it was simply ahead of its time? If you’ve wondered what the tiled OS might look like if it was released today, Windows 8 2023 Edition is the answer.

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Get 'Java For Dummies, 8th Edition' for FREE

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If you’re looking to get started -- or up your game -- with Java, then Java For Dummies is the guide you need.

Learn to write practical, reusable code with the straightforward tutorials and tips in the newest edition of this 'For Dummies' bestseller by Barry Burd, PhD.

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Stealth Browser gives cyber-investigators safe and anonymous access to the dark web

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In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, professionals constantly seek new methods to gather intelligence and stay ahead of cybercriminals. One crucial source of information lies within the dark web, a realm notorious for its potential hazards to both investigators and their organization's infrastructure.

However, dark web intelligence firm Searchlight Cyber has announced a solution to the problem -- Stealth Browser.

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Windows 11 Mobile is everything a phone operating system should be

Microsoft made a significant investment in Windows 10 Mobile, including acquiring Nokia to produce its own handsets. Despite the strengths of the tiled mobile operating system, it was unable to compete with the dominant iOS and Android platforms. While Windows 10 became a successful operating system for PCs and tablets, Microsoft was eventually abandon its mobile ambitions

As Windows 11 gradually replaces Windows 10, the question remains whether it would perform better than its predecessor in the mobile space.

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