Recently, David Weston, Microsoft’s Vice President of Enterprise and OS Security, shared details about security improvements the company plans to introduce in upcoming Windows 11 releases, aiming to protect people against common cybersecurity threats. “Microsoft has made groundbreaking investments to help secure our Windows customers with hardware security innovations like secured-core PCs,” wrote Weston on the Microsoft Security blog. “In upcoming releases of Windows, we are advancing security even further with built-in protections to help defend from advanced and targeted phishing attacks....

Wonder Workshop’s Dash robot might seem a bit off-putting when you first catch a glimpse of it, what with that large, pulsing eye that seems to be watching you at all times. However, fire up this blue-and-orange plastic pal and any initial misconceptions are sure to subside. Dash is a delight, rolling and romping with ease while packing plenty of personality through its sounds and movements. Better yet, Dash isn’t just a toy: it’s a learning tool designed to engage young minds and help them understand the basics of coding....

Here are a few of the best and most popular Android word processor apps. 1. OfficeSuite Pro + PDF OfficeSuite Pro + PDF from MobiSystems (available on the Google Play store) is a robust app that is feature-rich and lets you create, edit, and view Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and PDF documents, and the ability to view PowerPoint files. OfficeSuite + PDF is a free trial version of the app that gives you a chance to try out the app before committing to purchasing it....

The WebEx Recorder software can record a specific program’s screen via its File > Open Application menu item. It’s often used for demos, training, and similar tasks that benefit from having everything on the screen captured, including the mouse. The video file that WebEx Recorder creates is much like a regular one in that it can contain both audio and video data. However, some of these files might not include audio, especially if the Record Audio option was toggled off during the recording....

Xbox Cloud Gaming has provided players with the ability to stream games, even on mobile devices, for some time, with Xbox One S hardware used with its servers. Changing over to the more powerful Xbox Series X likely will improve the experience across most, if not all, available titles. It also should support streaming to devices with larger screens. The Verge’s Jay Peters noted that Dirt 5 shows improved load times and stable performance, while Forza Horizon 4 shows no change and is probably still running on the older system....

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate costs slightly more than Xbox Game Pass, so let’s dive into the differences so you can decide which is best for you. Overall Findings If you own either an Xbox One console, or a gaming PC, or you plan on buying the Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S when it launches, then Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate are great options. Both provide a Netflix style service whereby you have access to 100s of games as part of the subscription fee....

Global positioning systems (GPS) have become ubiquitous in everything from phones to cars. But researchers have come up with a new method that uses quantum mechanics to keep track of directions instead of the satellite network. “There is always a chance that GPS is unavailable,” Sandia National Laboratories scientist Peter Schwindt told Lifewire in an email interview. “Perhaps you are in an area where you cannot receive GPS, such as in an urban canyon or a tunnel....

To identify popularity trends, check out these YouTube pages and bookmark them for future reference. These sources are also helpful for spotting viral video trends. YouTube Music Charts YouTube Music Charts maintains a list of the top music videos in the U.S. on YouTube. The 100 top music videos for the week are ranked, listed with the number of views and weeks on the chart. From this screen, you can toggle to the Top Artists and Top Songs for the week....

Both products overlap in many ways, including by offering free versions suited for smaller teams and individuals. Deciding between the two could determine which unique features are most practical for your team or work routine. Overall Findings Zoom and Skype provide individuals and teams a simple way to meet and collaborate. Each distinguishes itself with different strengths, while both platforms overlap with free memberships, which allow hosting up to 100 participants and features including chatting, file-sharing, and screen-sharing....

On top of continuing Ethan’s story, the latest entry in the iconic survival horror series brings back the fright-inducing first-person perspective of the previous installment. But the similarities mostly end there, as Village trades its predecessor’s disturbing Louisiana setting for a creepy stretch of Eastern European countryside. The new location isn’t home to the series’ typical zombie-like threats, but instead introduces a rogue’s gallery of gothic horror staples, including werewolves and vampires....

Causes of Skype Not Working Maybe there’s a microphone problem or an issue with your audio settings, and you can’t hear the other person, or they can’t hear you. Or maybe you can’t log in to Skype because you’ve forgotten your password. Still, another reason could be that your external speakers or microphone are no longer working, and you need to get new hardware. Maybe Skype won’t connect. Regardless of the problem, there are really only a handful of worthwhile things to try, which we’ve outlined below....

One of the benefits of rooting a phone is that you can update the OS and access new features without going through your carrier. Other benefits include the ability to remove built-in apps, access features blocked by the carrier, and more. Rooting Android devices can be tricky but might be worth it. To avoid bloatware, use a device that runs a pure Android OS, such as some phones from Nokia, Motorola, HTC, and Google....

You might have a spyware infection if your computer’s performance has recently started to suffer, and especially if strange pop-ups are showing up, websites are redirecting to places you don’t want to go, email contacts are getting odd spam messages that appear to be from you, or you’re a victim of identity theft. Below are several free tools that can scan your hard drive, flash drive, external hard drive, etc....

These games are ordered by difficulty, so you can work through them top to bottom to test what you know about French verbs, numbers, phrases, greetings, vocabulary, colors, and more. Easier French Games See how skilled you are at these easier French games, which test everything from numbers and words to colors and phrases. Number Mix and Match: Do you know your French numbers? Drag each English number 1–10 into the correct boxes to win the game....

Take an introductory SQL course before you attempt to learn any specific database software. The time investment will help you build a proper foundation and get started on the correct foot in the world of databases. If one value attribute may be in two records, the shared attribute is a poor choice for a primary key. You should probably also avoid sensitive values that raise privacy concerns, such as Social Security numbers....

You could have a notable account in a few weeks or months if you’re willing to learn how to perfect this intensive follower-building trend. What Are Instagram Shoutouts? An Instagram shoutout is just what it sounds like: a public plug or endorsement from a user. Here’s how shoutouts work: Consider two different Instagram users who are trying to build their followers. The two users will agree to give each other a shoutout by posting a photo or a video and instructing their followers to follow the other account....

Even though Instagram now has an option to include up to 10 separate photos in one post, sometimes a collage is still a nice way to show off several photos all together. Instagram doesn’t currently have a feature that lets you create collages directly within the app, but there are tons of third-party photo editing apps out there that you can use (plus one of Instagram’s very own apps, which you’ll discover below)....

Are Refurbished iPhones Good and Reliable? You may have some concerns about buying a used or refurbished iPhone. It’s reasonable to wonder whether a used iPhone is as good and reliable as a new model. The answer is: it depends on where you’re buying the iPhone. If you’re buying from an established, reputable, and well-trained source—think Apple and phone companies—you can assume that a refurbished iPhone is a good iPhone. Be more skeptical of less reputable sellers....

Thunderbolt is fast. Really fast. And more than that, it offers a really fat pipe so that you can pump all kinds of data streams through it, simultaneously, with no slowdowns. You can, for instance, hook up a monitor or two, some SSD drives, plus audio gear, an ethernet connection, and more, and they all just work via a single port on the side of your laptop. And it can power all that gear, too....

Import Music From Your Library In picking a song to use, consider the mood you want to set for your video, and also consider who’s going to be seeing the final product. If the video is only intended for home and personal viewing, you can feel free to use any music you want. If you want to share your movie publicly or make money off of it in any way, only use music to which you own a copyright....