Upgrade to Windows 10 Professional for only $39.95 and test untrusted programs safely with the updated Sandbox

In computing terms, a sandbox is an isolated environment inside which you can safely run operating systems and software without risking your data, privacy, or security. Therefore, the Windows Sandbox does exactly what it says on the tin: provides a lightweight desktop environment inside which you can safely test programs. Why would you do this? The primary reason is security: you don’t know whether you trust a program or file, so by launching the Windows Sandbox tool in Windows 10 Professional or Enterprise you’ll create a Windows within Windows. If you’ve been experimenting with Hyper-V, you’ll see it shares the… [Continue Reading]

Enterprise mobile phishing up 37 percent in Q1 2020

According to the latest study from mobile security company Lookout, the first quarter of this year saw the enterprise mobile phishing encounter rate increase by 37.1 percent globally . This includes regional increases of 66.3 percent in North America, 25.5 percent in EMEA and 27.7 percent in the Asia Pacific region. The study also shows that unmitigated mobile phishing threats could cost organizations with 10,000 mobile devices as much as $35 million per incident, and up to $150 million for organizations with 50,000 mobile devices. Highly regulated industries are the most targeted, with healthcare, professional services and financial services topping… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft blocks Windows 10 May 2020 Update for some users with 'your device isn't quite ready' message

Last week, Microsoft started the staggered release of Windows 10 May 2020 Update, and many people are looking for ways to force the download before it is offered to them. We already know that there are quite a few issues with the feature update, and Microsoft is also actively blocking the update for some people. Anyone for whom the update is blocked is being shown a message informing that that their  "device isn't quite ready" to receive the May 2020 Update. See also: How to force your computer to download the Windows 10 May 2020 Update Microsoft releases Windows 10… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft finally gives credit to AppGet for inspiring its WinGet package manager

When Microsoft launched its Linux-style package manager WinGet, there were immediate comparison to the rival tool AppGet. While AppGet is an open source project, developer Keivan Beigi was unhappy that Microsoft had essentially copied much of his work, and failed to give him credit. His accusations were not without basis, as he had met with a Microsoft manager to discuss "how we can make your life easier building appget". Now Microsoft has conceded that it did not credit the influence and work of Beigi, and has taken steps to remedy this. See also: How to use Windows Package Manager to… [Continue Reading]

Sony provides more leadership than Trump by delaying PlayStation 5 reveal

America is burning — literally — as people across the country protest the horrific murder of George Floyd. This man was unjustly and savagely killed by police officers, and many people in the USA are simply fed up with the racism, violence, and killings at the hands of law enforcement. Of course, it must be said, not all police offers are evil. In fact, the vast majority of cops are very good people, and society depends on them to maintain order. They are heroes. With all of the protesting and tense feelings these days, it can be hard to focus… [Continue Reading]

Agile adoption increases during lockdown

The 14th annual State of Agile report from Digital.ai reveals that the pandemic lockdown is driving demand for Agile adoption. According to the findings 43 percent of organizations say their momentum for Agile adoption has increased over the past 90 days, with 15 percent saying it has increased significantly. In addition 33 percent say they have increased or expanded Agile adoption in the last 90 days to help manage distributed teams. This doesn't appear to be a short term trend either, 55 percent say their company plans to increase the use of Agile in the next 12-14 months. This is… [Continue Reading]

How technology can help protect against identity fraud [Q&A]

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a tide of cybercriminal activity seeking to exploit things like government payments. We spoke to Michael Magrath, director, global regulations and standards at authentication platform OneSpan to find out how governments and enterprises can use technology to guard against the threat. BN: Have we seen a COVID uptick where the pandemic has highlighted and brought to attention problems that already existed? MM: The pandemic has really exposed, a lot of glaring holes we have in the US when it comes to identity and particularly online identity. I've been watching the news and I see… [Continue Reading]