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Ars Technica
- Counterfeit Cisco gear ended up in US military bases, used in combat operations 2024-05-03"One of the largest counterfeit-trafficking operations ever."Scharon Harding
- We still don’t understand how one human apparently got bird flu from a cow 2024-05-03A genetic analysis and case report reveal new insights and big gaps in our knowledge.Beth Mole
- What to expect from Apple’s May 7 “Let loose” event 2024-05-03New iPads, sure. But what else?Samuel Axon
- Microsoft ties executive pay to security following multiple failures and breaches 2024-05-03Microsoft has been criticized for "preventable" failures and poor communication.Andrew Cunningham
- NASA hasn’t landed on the Moon in decades—China just sent its third in six years 2024-05-03China is going. NASA is talking about going. What gives?Eric Berger
- AI in space: Karpathy suggests AI chatbots as interstellar messengers to alien civilizations 2024-05-03Andrej Karpathy muses about sending a LLM binary that could "wake up" and answer questions.Benj Edwards
- Ecobee is shutting down some of its very first products 2024-05-03Even after a commendable 16-year runtime, the company is offering discounts.Ron Amadeo
- Google tells court it shouldn’t have to distribute third-party app stores 2024-05-03Google: Epic Games wants court to "micromanage" Android app distribution.Jon Brodkin
- Mayans burned and buried dead political regimes 2024-05-03After burning, the remains were dumped in construction fill.Elizabeth Rayne
- Here’s how Jaguar will relaunch as an all-EV brand 2024-05-03In 2021, it canceled an EV months before production—now it's preparing for 2025.Jonathan M. Gitlin
- Two seconds of hope for fusion power 2024-05-03A fusion reactor in San Diego surpasses a limit on plasma density.Jacek Krywko
- Inside Shōgun: How special effects brought 17th-century feudal Japan to vivid life 2024-05-03VFX producer Michael Cliett on the importance of historical accuracy in the show's VFX.Jennifer Ouellette
- Over 100 far-right militias are coordinating on Facebook 2024-05-03Despite bans on militias, Facebook continues to struggle with content moderation.WIRED
- What’s happening at Tesla? Here’s what experts think. 2024-05-03Can things be turned around at Tesla, or is this the beginning of the end?Jonathan M. Gitlin
- Mini Settlers is a city builder that you can both enjoy and actually put down 2024-05-03No zoning, no pollution, no advisers—just squares, circles, people, and time.Kevin Purdy
- Rocket Report: Astroscale chases down dead rocket; Ariane 6 on the pad 2024-05-03Rocket Factory Augsburg, a German launch startup, nears a test-firing of its booster.Stephen Clark
- Apple’s Q2 2024 earnings reveal a drop in iPhone, iPad sales 2024-05-02Services growth looked rosy as Apple's hardware revenue in China slowed.Samuel Axon
- AT&T announces $7 monthly add-on fee for “Turbo” 5G speeds 2024-05-02AT&T Turbo puts you in a faster lane but requires unlimited data and extra fee.Jon Brodkin
- Apple deal could have been “suicide” for Google, company lawyer says 2024-05-02Judge: What should Google have done to avoid the DOJ’s crosshairs?Ashley Belanger
- UHF in UHD: Weird Al’s cult classic movie will get its first 4K release 2024-05-02For those of you just joining us, today we're teaching poodles how to fly.Samuel Axon
DomainFactory Status
- Erneute Phishingwelle in Namen der Domainfactory 2024-04-30Sehr geehrte Kundinnen und Kunden, derzeit sind leider erneute Phishingwellen aktiv, über welche wir Sie hiermit informieren möchten. Diese haben den folgenden Aufbau: ________________________________________________________________________ Betreff: [NOCH 2 TAGE]: Bestätigen Sie dringend Ihre Daten für die 2-Faktor-Authentifizierung #954705896# Sehr geehrter geschätzter Kunde, Wir haben festgestellt, dass Sie Ihre 2FA-Daten (Two-Factor Authentication) für Ihr Konto Domainfactoy noch […]
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KNOPPER.NET Aktuell
- KNOPPIX 8.1 Release 2017-09-28Knoppix 8.1 im neuen Hybrid-Layout (lässt sich ohne Umweg über DVD auch direkt auf USB-Stick flashen) mit Kernel 4.12.7 und Specials rund um das Thema "3D Design und 3D Druck" ist ab sofort als Image verfügbar. Mehr zum neuen Release in den .
- Gastvorlesung im Rahmen der "Einführung in die Informatik" an der Universität Leipzig: "Betriebssystem GNU/Linux am Beispiel Knoppix u. Co." von Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Klaus Knopper am Montag, 1.2.2016, 13.15h bis 14.45h im Hörsaal 3 2015-09-21Auf Smartphones und im embedded Bereich hat sich GNU/Linux in den letzten Jahren als Mainstream-System bestehend aus Betriebssystem und Anwendungen mit einem Marktanteil zwischen 70% bis zu 90% etabliert. Dieser scheinbar überraschende Erfolg eines oft als lediglich "kostenlos" in den Medien propagierten Systems kann einerseits durch seine technische Flexibilität, andererseits durch die verwendete Lizenz vieler […]
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- RT @accurityai: 🎙️ Attention all #dataleaders! Join us for #AccurityDataVibes on LinkedIn. This time about #datamesh and its imp... 2023-04-06RT @accurityai: 🎙️ Attention all #dataleaders! Join us for #AccurityDataVibes on LinkedIn. This time about #datamesh and its impact on #datagovernance. Our CEO, Petr Mahdalicek, and Stefan Ruhland, Director at Deloitte, will lead the discussion. 📅 Add to your calendar https://bit.ly/3MlRNF2(Feed generated with FetchRSS)MacStrategy
- SECURITY ALERT: Apple releases iOS 15.7.4 and iPadOS 15.7.4 security updates https://t.co/7RpX8NC4si / https://t.co/ellF4eUP3r 2023-03-30SECURITY ALERT: Apple releases iOS 15.7.4 and iPadOS 15.7.4 security updates https://support.apple.com/HT212788#1574 / https://support.apple.com/HT212789#1574(Feed generated with FetchRSS)MacStrategy
- Apple releases HomePod 16.4 software update --> instructions for updating https://t.co/EgJ6FWqHq2 2023-03-30Apple releases HomePod 16.4 software update --> instructions for updating https://support.apple.com/HT208247(Feed generated with FetchRSS)MacStrategy
- SECURITY ALERT: Apple releases iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 new features + security + bug fix updates https://t.co/bslW0NLJJz / http... 2023-03-30SECURITY ALERT: Apple releases iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 new features + security + bug fix updates https://support.apple.com/HT213407#164 / https://support.apple.com/HT213408#164(Feed generated with FetchRSS)MacStrategy
- SECURITY ALERT: Apple releases Safari 16.4 security update for macOS 11 Big Sur + macOS 12 Monterey --> go to Apple menu >... 2023-03-30SECURITY ALERT: Apple releases Safari 16.4 security update for macOS 11 Big Sur + macOS 12 Monterey --> go to Apple menu > About This Mac > Software Update > click LOWER blue "More Info…" link under "Other updates are available." ‼️ don't click Upgrade Now for macOS Ventura ‼️(Feed generated with FetchRSS)MacStrategy
Nextcloud
- Nextcloud exhibiting at global events in May 2024 2024-05-03Nextcloud is exhibiting at global events in May 2024! The post Nextcloud exhibiting at global events in May 2024 appeared first on Nextcloud.Mikaela Schneider
- Nextcloud Conference 2024: Sept. 14-15, Berlin – Register now! 2024-04-30The Nextcloud Conference is not your average event - it's a community meetup that brings together Nextcloud enthusiasts, contributors, developers, users and industry experts from all over the world. The post Nextcloud Conference 2024: Sept. 14-15, Berlin – Register now! appeared first on Nextcloud.Mikaela Schneider
- Les mises à jour de maintenance pour Nextcloud Hub 6 et 7 sont disponibles. 2024-04-25Des mises à jour mineures de Nextcloud sont publiées, apportant de multiples améliorations de stabilité et de sécurité. Comme toujours, le processus de mise à niveau est conçu pour être sûr et rapide The post Les mises à jour de maintenance pour Nextcloud Hub 6 et 7 sont disponibles. appeared first on Nextcloud.Mikhail Korotaev
- Maintenance updates for Nextcloud Hub 6 and 7 are here 2024-04-25Minor Nextcloud updates are released, carrying multiple stability and security improvements. As always, the upgrade process is designed to be safe and quick The post Maintenance updates for Nextcloud Hub 6 and 7 are here appeared first on Nextcloud.Mikhail Korotaev
- Regain control over your time with Nextcloud Hub 8 2024-04-24Regain control of your time with Hub 8: improvements all around Hub, new apps, new AI features, new level of performance and comfort. Tune in and discover the next generation of collaboration. The post Regain control over your time with Nextcloud Hub 8 appeared first on Nextcloud.Mikhail Korotaev
- Nextcloud releases Assistant 2.0 and pushes AI-as-a-Service 2024-04-24We bring you a major update to the Nextcloud AI Assistant, plus the news we work with several big hosting providers like IONOS and OVHcloud to bring AI-as-a-Service options to you! The post Nextcloud releases Assistant 2.0 and pushes AI-as-a-Service appeared first on Nextcloud.Jos Poortvliet
- OVHcloud and Nextcloud’s commitment to customers: data that stays your data 2024-04-19OVHcloud and Nextcloud are bound by a strong partnership in sovereign cloud collaboration. Join us at Nextcloud Enterprise Day! The post OVHcloud and Nextcloud’s commitment to customers: data that stays your data appeared first on Nextcloud.Mikaela Schneider
- How to protect yourself against deepfake scams in video calls 2024-04-17Read out guide to learn what deepfake scams are, how spot a scammer, and how to protect yourself with the right techniques and software. The post How to protect yourself against deepfake scams in video calls appeared first on Nextcloud.Mikhail Korotaev
- Enterprise Day 2024 sponsor announcement: plusserver 2024-04-11Join us at Nextcloud Enterprise Day on April 24 in Munich and meet our sponsor, plusserver. Discover how they embody the pinnacle of 'cloud Made in Germany' with their commitment to data sovereignty and secure workplace solutions. The post Enterprise Day 2024 sponsor announcement: plusserver appeared first on Nextcloud.Mikhail Korotaev
- Microsoft slows antitrust case by unbundling Teams 2024-04-04Microsoft attempts to delay antitrust action by separating Teams from Office, hoping to continue to abuse its market dominance while it 'negotiates' with the EU. The post Microsoft slows antitrust case by unbundling Teams appeared first on Nextcloud.Jos Poortvliet
The Register
- Kaspersky accused of helping Russia develop military drone systems 2024-05-03Ready, set, sanctions? If volunteer intelligence gatherers are correct, the US might have a good reason to impose sanctions on Russian infosec firm Kaspersky, which has been accused of helping Russia design drones used in the Ukrainian war.…Brandon Vigliarolo
- AI Catholic 'priest' defrocked after recommending Gatorade baptism 2024-05-03Devotees were speaking to an entity who didn't exist – imagine that An attempt by a Catholic advocacy group to spread the word of God using an AI model has backfired, and chat bot – Father Justin – has been pulled down and reworked.…Iain Thomson
- BASICally still alive: Classic language celebrates 60 years with new code and old quirks 2024-05-03Visual Small BASIC, Chloe System, and QB64 Phoenix all updated May Day 2024 was the 60th anniversary of the BASIC programming language, and multiple FOSS BASIC-related projects released new versions in celebration.…Liam Proven
- AWS promotes itself as alternative to its own VMware service 2024-05-03Why? Maybe because it looks likely VMw Cloud on Amazon is changing Amazon Web Services is doing something rather odd – promoting itself as a migration target for users of its own VMware Cloud on AWS service.…Simon Sharwood
- It may take decade to shore up software supply chain security, says infosec CEO 2024-05-03Sure, we're waking to the risk, but we gotta get outta bed, warns Endor Labs founder Varun Badhwar interview The more cybersecurity news you read, the more often you seem to see a familiar phrase: Software supply chain (SSC) vulnerabilities. Varun Badhwar, founder and CEO at security firm Endor Labs, doesn't believe that's by coincidence. …Brandon Vigliarolo
- Apple confirms iPadOS will fall under its Alternative Business Terms in the EU 2024-05-03Cupertino drops the Core Technology Fee for hobbyist developers with no revenue Apple is reluctantly bowing to the European Commission's demands that it align iPadOS with the changes planned for iOS. It has also grudgingly added two conditions in which the Core Technology Fee will not apply.…Richard Speed
- China 'the most competitive market in the world' for the iPhone says Tim Cook 2024-05-03Put another way, iPhone sales were down 8% Apple CEO Tim Cook called China "the most competitive market in the world" on the back of a somewhat poor quarter for the iPhone.…Matthew Connatser
- Windows users left to fend for themselves after BitLocker patch bungle 2024-05-03Need a bigger partition for the update? You'll be manually resizing it then Microsoft has decided that there will be no automatic resolution for a problem with some Windows 10 devices as they attempted to install a BitLocker security vulnerability patch.…Richard Speed
- Irish government hands Intel millions to offset energy price hikes 2024-05-03Euro facility reportedly qualified under Ukraine Enterprise Crisis Scheme Intel was awarded €30 million ($32.2 million) by Ireland last year as part of a state aid package for companies affected by energy price increases.…Dan Robinson
- Clock is ticking for NASA to fix bucket of issues before next Artemis mission 2024-05-03Heat shield that looks like the surface of the Moon plus fiberglass doors on the launch platform on the list A report from the NASA Office of Inspector General (OIG) provides new insight into the heat shield and power problems that bedeviled its Orion capsule in the uncrewed Artemis I mission and delayed the agency's […]Richard Speed
- Cloud Big Three take lion's share as market expands 21% 2024-05-03Q1 2024 sees strongest growth since Q3 2022 The global cloud market showed strong growth for the first quarter of this year, with the big three providers continuing to consolidate their stranglehold over this vital area of IT services.…Dan Robinson
- Some scientists can't stop using AI to write research papers 2024-05-03If you read about 'meticulous commendable intricacy' there's a chance a boffin had help Linguistic and statistical analyses of scientific articles suggest that generative AI may have been used to write an increasing amount of scientific literature.…Matthew Connatser
- Atlassian outsources office drudgery to GenAI agents 2024-05-03Rovo will write to-do lists, create graphics, become virtual colleagues to whom you offload scutwork Atlassian is the latest vendor to have a crack at addressing the perennial problem of enterprises scattering data across multiple applications and then finding it's impossible to understand what's happening and why.…Simon Sharwood
- UK inertia on LLMs and copyright is 'de facto endorsement' 2024-05-03Lords committee slams government response to complaints from creators A committee of UK legislators has slammed the government for its response to alleged copyright theft as a "de facto endorsement" of the way tech companies build large language models.…Lindsay Clark
- I can fix this PC, boss, but I’ll need to play games for hours to do it 2024-05-03Loyal Wingman has fond memories of memory register exceptions On Call The working week is no game, which is why The Register eases readers into the weekend with a fresh instalment of On Call – our weekly reader-contribute tales recalling the lighter side of tech support.…Simon Sharwood
- Boffins suggest astronauts should build a Wall of Death on the Moon 2024-05-03Relax! It's for low-gravity exercise Astronauts living on the Moon will need to maintain a strict exercise regimen to avoid physical deterioration due to the low gravity, and one proposed solution will have them bouncing off the walls to do so.…Brandon Vigliarolo
- Europol op shutters 12 scam call centers and cuffs 21 suspected fraudsters 2024-05-03Cops prevented crims from bilking victims out of more than €10m - but couldn't stop crime against art A Europol-led operation dubbed “Pandora” has shut down a dozen phone scam centers, and arrested 21 suspects. The cops reckon the action prevented criminals from bilking victims out of more than €10 million (£8.6 million, $11 million).…Jessica Lyons
- Indonesia sneakily buys spyware, claims Amnesty International 2024-05-03A 'murky' web sees many purchases run through Singapore in a way that hides potential users Indonesia has acquired spyware and surveillance technologies through a "murky network" that extends into Israel, Greece, Singapore and Malaysia for equipment sourcing, according to Amnesty International.…Laura Dobberstein
- Apple sales slip, but investors offered bite of $110B stock buyback 2024-05-03Mac sales rose, iPads predicted to soar, and AI is riding to the rescue Apple has announced the biggest stock buyback in US history: a $110 billion plan to slurp shareholders' scrip.…Simon Sharwood
- Chinese government website security is often worryingly bad, say Chinese researchers 2024-05-03Bad configurations, insecure versions of jQuery, and crummy cookies are some of myriad problems Exclusive Five Chinese researchers examined the configurations of nearly 14,000 government websites across the country and found worrying lapses that could lead to malicious attacks, according to a not-yet-peer-reviewed study released last week.…Laura Dobberstein