News
‘Wireless attack’ on NBN’s fixed-line broadband will continue, TPG says
Telco TPG says that there is a “wireless attack” on fixed-line broadband services that will only “accelerate” as more spectrum is made available for 5G services.
Worried about an NSA ChainOfFools/CurveBall attack? There are lots of moving parts. Test your system.
While many researchers recommend that you install Microsoft’s January Patch Tuesday updates to fend off a not-yet-imminent attack from the CVE-2020-0601 security hole, skeptics who are concerned about buggy Windows updates can now...
FAQ: Microsoft's new Edge explained
Microsoft's Chromium-based browser has officially arrived, no doubt bringing questions from users about what it means for them. We've got answers.
Australian National Blockchain ‘smart contract’ consortium eyes 2020 product launch
A consortium that brings together IBM, CSIRO’s Data61 division and international law firm Herbert Smith Freehills to develop blockchain-based services is preparing to launch its first product this year.
Kadena launches a hybrid platform to connect public, private blockchains
The JP Morgan startup's blockchain braids together multiple interoperable chains via smart contracts over which users can transact business via cryptocurrency.
Growing enterprise SaaS adoption boosts software spending
Spending on enterprise software in Australia will increase by A$2 billion to reach $18.8 billion in 2020, Gartner predicts.
Windows 7 end of support: Separating the bull from the horns
There’s a lot of misinformation about Win7 end-of-life bouncing around the blogosphere. While the last free official Win7/Server 2008 R2 patch appeared yesterday, there’s more to the story. No need to go running to the nearest...
Patch Tuesday aftermath: The NSA Crypt32 threat is real, but not yet imminent
In one of the most-watched Patch Tuesdays ever, Microsoft yesterday unveiled its security patches for all recent versions of Windows. Star of the show: a security hole contributed by the NSA. As of Wednesday morning, there’s at least...
EEA opens sandbox for blockchain development and collaboration
The Enterprise Ethereum Alliance TestNet offers the nodes, management infrastructure and ability to gather granular results for members.
ACSC urges businesses to patch cert validation vulnerability
The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) has issued an advisory calling for Windows users to urgently apply a Microsoft patch that addresses a certificate validation vulnerability.
Microsoft to Windows 7: Beat it, you bum
In case the message isn't clear, Windows 7 PCs will soon show a full-page nag screen reminding users that they could fall victim to cyber criminals by running unpatched software.
Google's greatest worry in 2020 isn't what you'd expect
Of all the challenges Google faces this year, one hurdle seems particularly pressing — and problematic.
Today's Patch Tuesday brings fireworks and — a magic bullet?
The world is expecting a Thor’s thunder clap of a Windows patch later today. Given Microsoft’s track record with flashy hyper-hyped patches, a bit of skepticism is in order. Here’s a bit of history, and an invitation to a ringside...
Seven high points of Windows 7
What a long ride it's been for Microsoft's popular OS. Support for Windows 7 ends today, making this a good time to look at the highs and lows of its lifetime.
Apple’s ‘Pro Mode’ is made for Mac professionals
Apple reportedly develops new ‘Pro Mode’ to boost application performance.
Microsoft targets frontline workers with Teams walkie-talkie feature
A push-to-talk option will be integrated with Samsung’s new Galaxy XCover Pro ruggedized handset.
Google promises to support Chrome on Windows 7 until July 2021
Although Microsoft support for the aging OS ends this week, Google plans to continue updating its popular browser for Windows 7 until July 2021.
With Patch Tuesday arriving, get Windows Automatic Update under control
If you’re running Win7, 8.1, or Win10 1903 or 1909, putting on a temporary patching pause is quick and easy. Other versions, not so much. Here’s how to run to the sidelines, so you can watch while the pioneers engage in unpaid Windows...
Apple’s App Store generates $1B a week
We’re more willing than ever to buy digital products, and that’s good for Apple.
Former NAB, CBA exec to oversee open banking at ACCC
NAB’s former payments chief Paul Franklin has joined the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to lead a newly established created division dedicated to the Consumer Data Right (CDR).
-
White Paper
-
eBook
Sponsored -
eBook
Sponsored -
White Paper
-
White Paper
What Readers Like
BrandPosts
Learn more-
Sponsored by Lenovo
-
Sponsored by Appian