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Medical marijuana: How IT can spark the budding cannabis industry
This fast-growing but difficult-to-navigate vertical needs IT providers. But how many will cater to a $20 billion industry that the feds consider illegal?
Google's Project Zero exposes unpatched Windows 10 lockdown bypass
Google denies multiple requests by Microsoft for an extension to Project Zero's 90-day disclose-or-fix deadline.
Oracle critical update fixes 254 flaws - so get patching now
Fixes for vulnerabilities spread across 20 products and a Solaris patch that addresses the Spectre processor flaw.
Atlassian beats Q3 expectations
However, shares were down in after-hours trading as its Q4 profit expectations were low.
Microsoft offers limited-time 30 percent discount on SQL Server on Linux
Microsoft is offering 30 percent off a SQL Server 2017 on Linux subscription through June 30, 2018, to qualifying customers.
Comparison chart: Enterprise collaboration tools
Online collaboration has become a critical driver in business success—but which tool is the best fit for your organization’s needs? This side-by-side comparison chart will give you a snapshot view of what...
Learn to use GitHub with GitHub Learning Lab
Want to join the 27 million open-source programmers who develop on GitHub? Here's how to get your start.
FinancialForce plots expansion, updates ERP suite, eyes services automation
FinancialForce, a cloud ERP system built on top of Salesforce, has launched a New York City office and updated its software to automate professional services and manage financials and revenue models.
AppDynamics touts the agility of a startup with the pocket of a global giant
CEO David Wadhwani spoke with ZDNet about the state of application monitoring and how a year with a billion-dollar parent has allowed an aggressive focus on R&D.
Open source's big German win: 300,000 users shift to Nextcloud for file sharing
Germany's federal government settles on an open-source collaboration system for employees.
Chrome 66 rolls out: Autoplay video silenced by default plus 62 bugs fixed
Chrome 66 mutes audio on autoplay video by default unless a user tends to watch video on a site with sound on.
Docker Enterprise Edition 2.0 makes it easier to use Kubernetes
The second edition of Docker's enterprise product adds more security and management features for seamless and safe Kubernetes adoption.
Microsoft releases its first Linux product
For the first time, Microsoft has released its own Linux kernel in a new Linux-based product: Azure Sphere.
Supercomputing: This project plans one of the world's largest Arm-based supercomputer deployments
A new installation across three UK-based clusters will run a total of 12,000 Arm cores.
Victorian education IT procurement practices centralised in wake of Ultranet
A conflict of interest and an IT procurement register will be introduced by the Victorian Department of Education following the failed and corrupted Ultranet project.
Best software utilities for your Mac
Whether you are new to macOS, or you have been a Mac owner for years, adding a few extra utilities will allow you get an awful lot more from the platform with very little extra effort.
What's new in Windows 10 version 1803, the Spring Creators Update
The latest Windows 10 feature update includes the first public release of the Timeline feature as well as dozens of smaller enhancements to the Windows 10 user experience. Here's what you can expect.
Best Google Chrome extensions to enhance your productivity, security, and performance
If you are a Google Chrome user and you're not making use of extensions, then you are really missing out. Here is a selection of extensions aimed specifically at boosting your productivity and privacy.
Five quick tricks to make Google Chrome faster and better
Here are five tricks to help you speed up your browser and increase your productivity.
Five tricks to make Google Chrome faster and better
Here are five tricks to help you speed up your browser and increase your productivity.
Top Google Chrome extensions to enhance your productivity, security, and performance
If you are a Google Chrome user and you're not making use of extensions, then you are really missing out. Here is a selection of extensions aimed specifically at boosting your productivity and privacy. (Updated Nov 2017)
Make Google Chrome faster and better
Google Chrome is the most popular browser, and with good reason. But even Chrome can sometimes do with a spring-clean to keep it running optimally. Here are five tricks to help you speed up your browser.
Linux survival guide: These 21 applications let you move easily between Linux and Windows
If you need to navigate regularly between Linux and the Windows world, there are many applications that can make your job easier. We spotlight 21 quality applications that will pave the way.
Best Google Chrome extensions to enhance your security and productivity
If you are a Google Chrome user and you're not making use of extensions, then you are really missing out. Here is a selection of extensions aimed specifically at boosting your productivity and privacy. (Updated September 2017)
Google Chrome: Make your browser faster and more stable
Google Chrome is the most popular browser, and with good reason. But even Chrome can sometimes do with a spring-clean to keep it running optimally. Here are five tricks to help you speed up your browser.
Make Google Chrome kinder to your laptop's battery
Google Chrome is a great browser that's used on more than half of the computers out there. But it's also a big power hog for those who have to work on laptops or tablets. Here's how to make it use less power.
Five secrets to a faster, stable Google Chrome
Google Chrome is the most popular browser, and with good reason. But even Chrome can sometimes do with a spring-clean to keep it running optimally. Here are five tricks to help you speed up your browser.
Photos: Android through the ages
How Google's operating system has evolved over the years, from Cupcake to Nougat.
Top extensions to supercharge Google Chrome
If you are a Google Chrome user and you're not making use of extensions, then you are really missing out. Here is a selection of extensions aimed specifically at boosting your productivity and privacy. (Updated May 2, 2017)
How to make Google Chrome use less battery power
Google Chrome is a great browser that's used on more than half of the computers out there. But it's also a big power hog for those who have to work on laptops or tablets. Here's how to make it use less power.
Atlassian Q3 results beat market expectations
Quarterly revenue came to $223.7 million, up 40 percent year-over-year, for the collaboration and productivity software firm.
UK universities hosting massive ARM-based supercomputing installation
A new installation across three UK-based clusters will run a total of 12,000 ARM cores.
AMD and Microsoft join forces to block Spectre attacks
AMD has released microcode updates for Spectre variant 2 that require Microsoft's latest Windows 10 patch.
More enterprises are going 'all-in' with select cloud providers
Don't look now but more enterprises are going "all-in" with select cloud providers. Will enterprises repeat the same lock-in mistakes made in the big enterprise software era?
Cisco patches critical Smart Install flaw: 8.5 million devices affected
Cisco patches a severe flaw in switch deployment software that can be attacked with crafted messages sent to a port that's open by default.
Microsoft offers private audience capability for developers working on Windows 10 apps
New option allows Microsoft Store apps and games to be tested with private groups before general release.
Microsoft plans to lure Linux distribution maintainers with new open-source tool
Microsoft's open-source tool should make it easier to run distros on Windows 10's Windows Subsystem for Linux.
When it comes to malware, Windows 10 is twice as secure as Windows 7
The volume of malware seen on Windows 10 devices is far lower than on Windows 7 machines, according to one security firm.
Survey suggests businesses facing setbacks after AI adoption
Digital transformation firm PointSource has released a report that uncovers unprofitable technology investments organizations are making when under pressure to achieve digital transformation.
GitHub: EU copyright crackdown could hurt open source development
New regulations could force platforms hosting code repositories to scan uploaded code.
March update from Microsoft warns of remote code execution flaw that affects CredSSP
Attackers can use a protocol bug in Windows RDP to steal session authentication and take over a network domain.
Say goodbye to annoying notification pop-ups, thanks to Firefox 59
New browser update can stop websites asking for access to camera, microphone and location.
Firm finds kill switch after massive memcached DDoS attacks
Researchers find a technique to contain the memcached amplification attacks seen over the past week.
This AI software conducts recruitment interviews
Midas IT's enterprise solution allows clients to use artificial intelligence to conduct recruitment interviews.
Microsoft fends off mining malware attack
Microsoft has blocked a malware outbreak that could have earned big bucks for one criminal group.
Windows Server 2019 LTSC Build 17623, First Take: Key scenarios await detail
This barebones Insider preview of the next full version of Windows Server gives glimpses of the hybrid, hyperconverged future. However, we'll have to wait for more substantive builds to flesh out key scenarios.
Vivaldi 1.14, First Take: A feature-rich, touch-friendly web browser
Since its launch in 2016, Vivaldi has developed into a functional and configurable browser that's well suited to use on a touch-screen device.
Atlassian Stride, First Take: A relaxed approach to collaborative chat
Stride's real promise is in its prospective integration with the rest of Atlassian's portfolio.
Adobe XD for Windows review: A powerful but usable design and prototyping tool
A minimal interface and very straightforward tools make Adobe XD a great tool for designing how apps and websites will work, and the missing features continue to be added in monthly updates.
Visio Online, First Take: Web-based diagramming with basic options
Visio Online is useful, but at this stage it's clearly a companion for the desktop software. Power users will want to stick with the full-featured Windows version.
macOS High Sierra, First Take: Solid foundations, but light on eye candy
A solid and stable release, High Sierra offers compatibility with older Macs going back to 2010 and should prove a straightforward and worthwhile upgrade for most users.
Parallels Desktop 13 for Mac review: Touch Bar control for virtualised Windows apps, and more
The latest version of Parallels' Mac-based virtualisation software is now optimised for macOS High Sierra and Windows 10 Fall Creators Update.
FileMaker 16, First Take: Powerful but still usable
Apple's venerable database adds new layout and programming tools to make building desktop and mobile apps more powerful, but still approachable.
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2017, First Take: AI-assisted sketching is the big draw
The Windows 10 version of CorelDRAW has one feature that could transform vector graphics, along with many helpful improvements, while subscription pricing makes the update much more palatable.
Microsoft Teams review: Serious competition for Slack and HipChat
Microsoft's new 'Slack competitor' has improved dramatically since the preview, and new features are arriving regularly. Where it shines is threaded chat, easy video meetings and superb integration with other Office 365 tools.
Citrix ShareFile, First Take: An enterprise-class managed file transfer service
ShareFile combines many of the advantages of cloud storage, FTP and internal document repositories, and is well suited to businesses that need to consolidate different storage options.
TeamViewer 12 free edition, First Take: Now with mobile-mobile control
Version 12 of TeamViewer retains its simplicity and ease of use, adding the ability to do remote control among Android, iOS and Windows 10 Mobile devices, among other embellishments.
Lightworks 14.0 beta review: New UI for cross-platform professional-level video NLE
The new task-oriented user interface in Lightworks 14.0 is a long needed overhaul that makes this powerful cross-platform NLE a real pleasure to use.
NComputing vSpace Pro 10 review: VDI made easy and affordable
vSpace Pro addresses the pain points of complex and costly hypervisor-based VDI with a much simpler yet still effective alternative that shares desktops on just one Windows OS.
Dragon Professional Individual v15 review: Excellent dictation, but audio transcription needs work
Nuance's Dragon Professional Individual v15 improves on what was already a great speech recognition product, but audio transcription is still a work in progress.
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