Category: News
Quantum computing will break existing encryption algorithms, so the US government developed stronger ones
Someday, in the not-too-distant future, quantum computers will be so powerful that they’ll be able to break current encryption standards in hours…
Buying a laptop? Wait! This alternative might actually be better for you
If you don’t need the portability of a laptop, here’s something that gets you more for your money…
Meta killed Crowdtangle, an ‘invaluable’ research tool, because what it showed was inconvenient
It’s going to be even harder to understand what’s happening on Facebook and Instagram…
‘SinkClose’ AMD CPU vulnerability explained: How dangerous is it really?
The flaw endangers essentially all – yes, all – AMD processors made since 2006, but it threatens servers, data centers, and clouds more than the PC in front of you. Here’s what you need to know and what you can do about it…
Intel sells stake in Arm, estimated to raise $147 million as part of business turnaround
Intel lost $1.6 billion in its second quarter…
5 most beautiful Linux distributions: Feast your eyes on these
I’ve tried almost every kind of distro – for pros or beginners, for aging PCs or Windows lovers. These are the best darn looking Linux options I’ve found. See what you think…
Intel’s microcode fix to save Raptor Lake chips may only work with default power settings All those BIOS options that promise better performance? Enabling them might kill your processor…
Microsoft’s Windows Spotlight blows your mind as it brightens your day
Windows’ dynamic backgrounds are one of the best things about the OS…
Starlink Is Coming to ‘Radio Quiet Zones’ in the US
SpaceX has found a way to bring Starlink satellite internet access to radio quiet zones in West Virginia and New Mexico without disturbing local astronomy observatories…
Worried about the Windows BitLocker recovery bug? 6 things you need to know
Microsoft alerted its customers to a frightening bug in Windows 11. What are the chances you’ll encounter that bug, and what should you do to prepare? I have the answers here…
How to ingeniously and wirelessly inject malware onto someone’s nearby Windows PC via Google’s Quick Share
Or rather could, until the web giant was tipped off…
The Best Free Software for 2024
The right apps make everything easier. We’ve got more than 50 top-notch picks to help you be more productive, more creative, and more secure on your PC. And they’re all free…