Windows stories - Page 10
CDNetworks explains the brute force of XOR.DDoS attacks
Thu, 11th Aug 2016
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The XOR.DDoS creates huge volumes of of data and meaningless strings in a SYN flood attack, crippling Linux PCs - and Windows too, says CDNetworks.
Microsoft WPC: Technology innovations opening up new opportunities for partners
Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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wpc
Microsoft announces technology innovations at its annual Worldwide Partner Conference. Windows 10 Enterprise E3 for CSP is one of the new innovations.
Microsoft finally gives a delivery date for Windows 10 enterprise security features
Mon, 4th Jul 2016
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ovum
Windows 10 already includes built-in protection, but the new features have been designed to thwart the escalating number of cyber-attacks.
Potential Windows zero-day security exploit worth $90,000 on underground market
Thu, 2nd Jun 2016
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windows
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trustwave
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zero day malware
A single Windows zero-day vulnerability could be sold amongst the underground cybercrime market, potentially affecting more than 1.5 billion users.
More than 70% of Windows environments are at risk, survey finds
Wed, 11th May 2016
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risk & compliance
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windows
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manageengine
A ManageEngine survey reveals that over 70% of Windows environments may be exposed to cyber threats, with many admins overlooking key security protocols.
New Facebook, Messenger and Instagram apps coming to Windows 10
Wed, 4th May 2016
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windows
Microsoft recently announced a fleet of apps designed specifically for Windows 10 from the social media heavyweights.
Flexera identifies top PC vulnerabilities for Aussie users
Thu, 28th Apr 2016
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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windows
Australian PC users are slowly patching software vulnerabilities, but some challenges remain, according to Flexera Software's latest report.
Windows 10, Office 365 and Minecraft at the heart of Microsoft's education push
Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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edutech
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windows
The updates include new experiences for Windows 10, an education edition of Minecraft, the launch of Classroom and Forms, and LMS integration.
QuickTime for Windows could be an accident waiting to happen
Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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windows
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apple
Trend Micro has discovered two new, critical vulnerabilities affecting QuickTime for Windows, which Apple will no longer be supporting.
Veeam adds direct restore to Microsoft Azure
Tue, 29th Mar 2016
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virtualisation
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public cloud
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microsoft
Veeam has launched its Direct Restore to Microsoft Azure offering, enabling on-premise migration or restoration to the cloud.
Educators choose Windows 10 over any other platform
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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edutech
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windows
Windows dominates global education sector with twice as many devices shipped in 2015 as the closest competitor, according to new report.
Windows 10 to be rolled out across Australian university
Tue, 24th Nov 2015
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windows
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university of newcastle
Windows 10 will be rolled out to about 10,000 devices across the University of Newcastle campus by the end of 2016.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Microsoft extend partnership
Mon, 23rd Nov 2015
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microsoft
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Microsoft have deepened their partnership on Windows 10 with new Cloud Productivity and Mobility Solution Offerings.
Microsoft ramps up Windows 10 upgrade push
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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moth
Microsoft is changing its approach to Windows 10 upgrades, with the vendor 're-categorising' Windows 10 as a recommended update from early next year.
New Windows 10 security solutions from ESET released
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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malware
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endpoint protection
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edr
Anti-virus security firm ESET has announced the availability of its new security solutions for Windows home users.
Industry trends MSPs need to get their heads around - fast!
Fri, 2nd Oct 2015
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virtualisation
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iot
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partner programmes
These activities are critical to ensuring that the MSP remains perpetually valuable to customers and profitable as a business.
Mobile networks infected by Windows and PC devices
Mon, 21st Sep 2015
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malware
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cybersecurity
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windows
Alcatel-Lucent malware report shows significant rise in mobile infections via PCs and adware in first six months of 2015.
SoftMaker makes its Office 2016 for Windows available for free
Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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edutech
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windows
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education, learning & training
As part of its education drive, the company is making the offer available to schools, teachers, colleges and universities.
Windows 10 key focus of Microsoft's Ignite NZ event
Tue, 11th Aug 2015
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windows
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kiwi
Microsoft ignites tech excitement with Windows 10 as the centrepiece at Ignite NZ event in Auckland this September.
Windows 10 upgrade causing UFB congestion
Mon, 10th Aug 2015
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ddos
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windows
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digital island
The Windows 10 upgrade is having a severe impact of local UFB, with network traffic increasing by up to 100% in New Zealand.