Thunderbird unveils a magnificent new logo
Oh, my feathery friends, have you heard the news? Thunderbird, the beloved open source email client that has weathered the storms of time, is undergoing a glorious transformation. The winds of change are blowing, and with them comes a revitalized sense of purpose and energy. As the software evolves into a more modern marvel, it's only fitting that its loyal emblem follows suit.
For years, the Thunderbird logo has stood as a symbol of reliability and familiarity, receiving small updates along the way like a fine bird preening its feathers. But now, as Thunderbird soars to new heights, it demands a logo that captures its essence and announces to the world that it's no ordinary bird.
Onboarding remote employees: Lessons learned and seven tips for success
With the arrival of COVID-19, the evolution of remote and hybrid work environments hit hyper drive, advancing to a point that many imagined would take decades to reach. For a distributed company with many offices, the chance to virtually "work where you live" had been a very attractive message. Today, what entices candidates and retains talent is being able to "work anywhere," virtually.
Yet, many CIOs, IT and engineering leaders are still sorting through lessons learned in recent years in order to adjust to this new normal -- and critical areas like onboarding technical staffers remains challenging. For me, being a year into the pandemic and noticing that not feeling that new remote engineers had a true connection to the product was a sign our processes needed updating. So, my team and I surveyed recent hires on common issues they faced when getting up to speed and how these were handled.
Introducing the Logitech G PRO X 2 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset
Logitech G, the gaming brand under Logitech, has just unveiled their latest creation for esports enthusiasts -- the Logitech G PRO X 2 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset. Crafted in collaboration with top esports athletes, this headset is poised to revolutionize gaming audio and become a must-have accessory for competitive players.
When it comes to esports, sound clarity and effective communication can be the difference between victory and defeat. The PRO-G GRAPHENE Audio Driver boasts a meticulously engineered 50 mm graphene diaphragm with a live edge suspension, delivering immersive soundscapes like never before. The improved sound reproduction accuracy, time to signal accuracy, and distortion reduction allow players to identify audio cues with exceptional precision and swiftly locate objects in relation to their position.
Microsoft starts the roll out of Moment 3 update to Windows 11 users
The wait for the next big update to Windows 11 is over; Microsoft is commencing the rollout of Moment 3 today -- but only for those who seek it out.
The company is making this significant update to the operating system available as part of its monthly update previews, and Moment 3 sees the arrival of an impressive number of new features and options. The update also makes significant improvements to privacy, security and accessibility options. Here's what you need to know.
Cyber insurance gets more expensive as ransomware attacks target backup storage
A new report reveals that 93 percent of ransomware attacks are now targeting backup storage as a way of ensuring payment.
The report from Veeam also shows that the success of attacks is having an impact on enterprises' ability to get insurance cover. 21 percent of organizations say that ransomware is now specifically excluded from their policies.
Half of organizations fell victim to spear phishing in 2022
The latest spear phishing trends report from Barracuda Networks shows that 50 percent of organizations studied were victims of spear-phishing in 2022, with 24 percent having at least one email account compromised through account takeover.
The report draws on a data set that comprises 50 billion emails across 3.5 million mailboxes, including nearly 30 million spear-phishing emails, as well as a survey by Vanson Bourne of IT professionals from frontline to the most senior roles at 1,350 companies.
Why AI still needs human intervention [Q&A]
There have been a number of instances lately where the line between artificial intelligence and artificial stupidity has been a pretty thin one. Microsoft's Bing insisting that we're still in 2022, or Google's Bard serving up factual errors, for example.
These problems show that human intervention is still key to getting the best from AI/ML models. We spoke to chief product officer at Tamr, Anthony Deighton, to discuss how organizations can leverage AI/ML while also keeping the key human component of the process.
Google brings new options to Chrome so you can change the look of the browser
Google has used the latest version of Chrome to give users new ways to personalize the browser with backgrounds, themes and color schemes.
While some options, such as themes and colors, affect the entire browser, others are only visible on the New Tab page -- such as background images. Google says that it I has a wide range of "special artist collections commissioned by Asian & Pacific Islander, LGBTQ+, Latino, Black and Native American artists", and promises that more are coming later this year.
Microsoft releases KB5026436 update for Windows 11 to fix printer, narrator and audio issues
Microsoft has issued a new update for Windows 11 that addresses a series of problems with the operating system, including various printing-related complications.
The KB5026436 update is a cumulative non-security update that also fixes audio issues and makes improvements to the taskbar search UX. There are also fixes for Narrator problems, and much more.
Microsoft releases PowerToys v0.70 update with powerful new Mouse Without Borders and file preview utilities
Recent updates to PowerToys have seen Microsoft focusing on fixing bugs and improving stability, but with the release of PowerToys v0.70.0, there are two new utilities to play with -- Mouse Without Borders and Peek.
Peek is an impressive tool for previewing files, but it is Mouse Without Borders that is the star of the show. This new module makes it possible to not only control multiple computers with a single mouse and keyboard, but also use a shared clipboard and transfer files between them.
Microsoft uses open source to kill WinRAR by adding native .rar support to Windows 11
Microsoft is set to bring an exciting update to Windows 11, offering native support for a wider range of archive formats. In a move to enhance compression capabilities, a future Windows 11 update will integrate the libarchive open-source project into the operating system. This update means that users can enjoy improved performance when working with popular archive formats such as tar, 7-zip, rar, gz, and more.
The addition of .rar support in Windows 11 is particularly noteworthy. RAR is a widely used archive format known for its efficient compression algorithms. With native .rar compatibility, Windows 11 eliminates the need for users to install separate extraction tools or software specifically designed for this format. This update streamlines workflows and offers greater convenience, allowing users to manage their files effortlessly within the Windows 11 environment.
YEYIAN launches 850W/1000W Pegasus power supplies for gamers and enthusiasts
In the realm of high-performance gaming and professional PCs, power is everything. And now, YEYIAN GAMING is ready to unleash its latest creation, the PEGASUS ATX 3.0-certified power supplies, designed to meet the energy needs of the most demanding gamers and PC enthusiasts out there.
Imagine having a power supply that combines reliability, efficiency, and sheer power—well, the PEGASUS PSUs do just that. With their 80 PLUS Gold and Platinum certifications, these power supplies offer nothing short of optimal performance and minimal energy waste. Boasting wattages ranging from 850W to 1000W, they're more than capable of handling the power-hungry beasts lurking within your gaming rig or professional workstation.
OpenAI makes Microsoft Bing the default search in ChatGPT
At its Build developer conference today, Microsoft's main focus was -- unsurprisingly -- on AI, with the introduction of Windows Copilot for Windows 11, and a new and improved Microsoft Store.
For many people, however, one of the more exciting announcements was the news that as a result of the company's partnership with OpenAI, Bing is being added to ChatGPT as the default search experience.
Microsoft is building an 'open store that is ready for the new AI era'
Today, at its Build developer conference, Microsoft surprised no one with the news that it is betting big on the power of artificial intelligence.
The most exciting news was undoubtedly the announcement of Windows Copilot for Windows 11, but the company is also bringing AI to the Microsoft Store.
Microsoft's Windows Copilot brings the power of AI to Windows 11
At its Build developer conference today, Microsoft announced plans for Windows Copilot, bringing centralized AI assistance to Windows 11.
That's not the only place that Microsoft is introducing AI to its products either -- the company is also introducing new AI features and experiences to the Microsoft Store, and extending Bing Chat plugins to Windows.
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