Key trends IT professionals should keep in mind for 2024
According to Gartner the use of generative AI within enterprise applications will be a defining factor in the 2024 tech landscape. But this isn’t the only force that will impact how technology is deployed and consumed.
Geopolitical disruption, economic uncertainty, and the energy transition imperative are all key drivers. As such, decision-makers will be motivated to bring their business, technology, and operations closer together with a few key things in mind: Elevating business performance, productivity, and sustainability. Let’s look at some of the key trends IT professionals need to keep an eye on in 2024.
Deepin V23 Beta 3: China's latest contribution to the global Linux community
The highly anticipated third beta version of Deepin V23 has finally been released. This pre-release variant of the Chinese-made Linux distribution is much more than just an incremental update; it introduces a comprehensive upgrade with over 1,400 package enhancements pre-installed and an additional 250+ system updates.
Deepin V23 Beta 3 isn't just about fixing bugs and enhancing performance. It shows the developers' commitment to providing a beautiful and user-friendly operating system. The release comes packed with new features and improvements that cater to a wide range of user needs. From system and installation enhancements such as added explanatory text on the Grub page, support for multiple screen resolutions, and driver support for i386 devices, to significant updates in system repositories with 4000+ software package updates, the upgrade is substantial.
Escape the death grip of Windows 11 and embrace Linux: Nitrux 3.3.0 unveils a world beyond Microsoft's boundaries
Fan favorite Nitrux has reached version 3.3.0 (download ISO here), a significant jump for the Linux-based operating system. Dubbed "ab," the new distro features software updates, bug fixes, performance enhancements, and comprehensive hardware support. If you're looking for an alternative to Microsoft’s Windows 11, this is the perfect choice.
The core of Nitrux 3.3.0 runs on Linux 6.7.3-3 (Liquorix), ensuring a solid and responsive foundation. Software upgrades are abundant, with Firefox reaching version 122.0, OpenRC at 0.53, AMD Open Source Driver for Vulkan at v-2024.Q1.1, and the Nitrux Update Tool System advancing to version 2.1.2 from its previous 2.0.2 iteration.
Over half of companies experienced cybersecurity incidents last year
According to new research from International Data Corporation (IDC) and Exabeam, 57 percent of companies experienced significant security incidents in the last year that needed extra resources to address.
North America experienced the highest rate of security incidents (66 percent), closely followed by Western Europe (65 percent), then Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) (34 percent).
Best Windows apps this week
Five-hundred-and-eighty 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.
The Windows 11 Canary build number made a jump this week to version 27547. It is not an unusual step and not a Windows 12 confirmation. This month, Microsoft will release Moment 5 update for Windows 11 to the release preview.
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The Gmail DMARC policy update you may not know about
Back in October 2023, Google and Yahoo jointly announced new email sender requirements for inbound mail to their domains that they would be putting in place early in 2024, requirements that, for now, are focused on bulk senders.
This announcement and its subsequent updates have rightly gotten the full attention of the email industry. However, there was one other item buried in Google’s announcement that we don’t think people are talking about enough. One of the bullet items in Gmail’s guidelines reads as follows:
How AI is changing the way developers work [Q&A]
The fear of software developers losing their jobs to AI is a concern for many people in the industry, but are these fears really justified?
Mike Loukides, VP of emerging tech content at O'Reilly Media, believes that AI can enhance the developer role rather than replace it. We spoke to him to find out how, with the right tools and training, the endpoint of this AI revolution won't lead to unemployment, but rather to better software.
Google confirms retirement of cache links in search -- but they may eventually return in a new form
Google has decided to retire a useful and much-loved feature of its search engine. The 'cache' option used to appear as a link in a search result, giving the option of accessing a previously cached version of a page, but it was removed recently.
For now, the feature remains accessible using the search format cache:domain, i.e. cache:betanews.com, but this option is going to be killed off too. There are hopes that the option to view cached versions of web pages may be restored, perhaps using the Internet Archive, but this is yet to be set in stone.
v-color partners with MSI for Manta DDR5 XFinity MPOWER memory
v-color Technology Inc. has officially partnered with MSI, unveiling the Manta DDR5 XFinity MPOWER series of RAM. This latest offering in dynamic memory technology boasts speeds reaching up to 8400MHz, marking a significant collaboration between the two industry leaders. Designed with overclocking enthusiasts in mind, the Manta DDR5 XFinity MPOWER series promises to deliver hardcore performance and endurance.
The memory, specifically engineered for overclocking, aims to meet the demands of PC enthusiasts and consumers seeking high-performance hardware. Not only does the Manta DDR5 XFinity MPOWER series excel in performance, but it also features a sleek, modern design. The included heatsink is optimally designed for efficient heat dissipation, ensuring stability even under high temperatures. Additionally, this RAM is equipped with 16 LEDs, offering smooth and vivid lighting effects, thus emphasizing both personalization and performance.
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System76 launches refreshed Serval WS Linux laptop: an impressive balance of power and portability
Computer hardware manufacturer System76 has expanded its line-up with the revamped Serval WS laptop, now equipped with the latest 14th Gen Intel i9-14900HX CPU. The company, known for its high-performance Linux systems, has updated the Serval WS to meet the demanding needs of modern computing tasks, including AI workloads and gaming.
The newly released Serval WS is not just about raw power; it's a blend of top-tier components. The heart of the system is the high-end CPU and GPU combination, supported by high-bandwidth DDR5 RAM and swift NVMe PCIe 4.0 storage. Connectivity is also a highlight, with the inclusion of high-speed USB-C, USB-A, and Thunderbolt ports.
The top phishing themes of 2023
New research from Cofense reveals the most common phishing themes of last year, which offer insight into the threat actor's intentions.
Information analyzed to determine the theme includes the brand being spoofed, any attachment names, rendered attachments in the case of documents or HTML files, and the email body content, plus of course the subject.
LibreOffice 24.2 unveils new features and improvements alongside switch to date-based version numbering
The latest version of popular open-source office suite LibreOffice is here, but its release number may surprise those expecting to see LibreOffice 7.7. Instead, LibreOffice 24.2 makes its bow as developer The Document Foundation switches to a new date-based version numbering system.
Going forward, LibreOffice version numbers will follow the YYYY.MM method, hence 2024.2 (February 2024) for the new release. Adding to the confusion, LibreOffice 7.6.4 remains in existence for those looking for a more stable, older release.
0patch beats Microsoft to the punch and fixes serious EventLogCrasher vulnerability that affects every version of Windows
Just over a week ago, details emerged of a worrying 0day vulnerability affecting everything from Windows 7 to Windows 11, and Windows Server 2008 R2 to Windows Server 2022. The EventLogCrasher vulnerability allows a low-privileged attacker to disable Windows logging on all computers in a Windows domain and any local computer, thereby compromising intrusion detection and forensic capabilities.
Microsoft is yet to issue a fix for the problem, and this is concerning given not only the scale of the issue, but also the importance of the logging tool. As it has done before, micropatching firm 0patch has risen to the challenge and released a free patch which can be installed by everyone.
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