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Deepfake Safety: Five Things You Can Do Today

The generation of images, videos, and voices through artificial intelligence is evolving at a pace that demands we establish clear criteria and good habits to defend ourselves from the dangers of abusing these technologies. Deepfakes are already part of our everyday online life, so it is a very good idea…

Top Online Scams to Be Aware of in 2025

The internet is undoubtedly full of great content, hobbies, information, offers, products, and people, but there’s also a darker side to it. We might not realise it, but every day we’re exposed to threats and scams as we navigate the online world. Curiosity and trust can be exploited to lure…

Meet the new features for Avast Free AV and Avast Premium Security

With millions of active users worldwide, Avast stands as a benchmark in cybersecurity. Why? Because of the quality of its solutions, the reach of its tools and because it is a platform in continuous evolution. A platform that today, once again, places our security at the forefront by reinforcing every…

HBO – Universal Deal Shuts Out Netflix
An exclusive 10-year deal has been renewed between cable TV network giant HBO and Universal Pictures. The agreement, which was finalised on Sunday, means that HBO will continue to screen Universal movies and films produced by Universal’s specialty films unit, Focus Features, without fear that content could fall into... Read more
Linear Revolving Door Could Prevent Building Attacks
A security company has designed a robotic entrance similar to a revolving door to protect the building from attackers. This could be a major advance to preventing mass casualties in public areas. Barbecan Security Systems recently received a patent on their Linear Revolving Door. This door has two parts,... Read more
Can Toyota Compete with Google For Driverless Cars?
While Google has been making news with the idea of their driverless cars and test driving them on California highways, Toyota has been quietly working behind the scenes on their own project for a semi-driverless car. Toyota released information just ahead of the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas... Read more
Digital Book Growth Continues & Tablets Overtaking E-Readers
When was the last time you read a book? I mean a real book – one that’s made out of paper. The chances are that you devour books in the electronic format more than the traditional form. There is nothing wrong with that, although arguments can be made to... Read more
Leap Motion Brings 3D Motion and Gestures to Asus
Leap Motion created an innovative technology for gestures and is now bundling the Leap device and apps with Asus computers. The Leap device will be seen in high-end laptops and include the app store.  Other deals may be in store in the future for the company with other computer... Read more
Microsoft Upset That FCC Stopped Google Probe
The Federal Trade Commission announced this week that it has concluded its probe into anti-competitive actions by Google and Microsoft executives are not happy with the FCC’s decision. A blog post by Microsoft Vice President and Deputy General Counsel Dave Heiner says the FCC’s decision is “troubling” and “unusual” and that the... Read more
Arizona Also Creates Anti-Impersonation Law
Arizona becomes the latest state to create anti-impersonation laws for the Internet. All total, around 12 states have such laws in one form or another.   The charges against a person would constitute a felony if it was done with the intention to defraud, harm, or threaten a person.... Read more
Personal Information to Become a Bigger Part of Google Search
Google is constantly on the lookout for new ways to improve the user experience. Already, they have a number of projects in development including a new series of search trials. The latest experiment is using the personal information stored by a user in Gmail and Google Drive to refine... Read more
Google and FTC Settle Case
After two long years of investigations, the Federal Trade Commission and Google have reached a resolution. Where Do We Go From Here? Google has agreed to let its competitors have access to some of its standard technologies as part of the resolution.  Advertisers will also have more flexibility in... Read more
How Windows 8 Is More like Vista than Windows 7
No one knows what the performance of Windows 8 is like. If the market reports are to be believed, the sales have not been up to expectations and the user acceptance is not encouraging either. On the other hand, Microsoft has maintained that they have sold 40 million copies... Read more
Apple To Sell $39 Billion in Business Macs And iPads
The newest analysis from Forrester Research suggests that Apple, Inc. will sell more than $39 billion in Macs and iPads in 2014. Company analysts believe Apple will push through $7 billion in Mac sales and $11 billion in iPad sales in 2013, followed by a $1 billion increase for... Read more
LG Beats Samsung to Launch with the First OLED TVs
LG Electronics Inc just started taking pre-orders for the first OLED TV. These televisions use technology that promises the clearest images yet on super-thin screens. They start with 55-inch TVs at a price tag of $10,335 and will be delivered to buyers in South Korea, the home of the... Read more
Facebook Backpedals On Instagram Policy Change
In a mess that could rival Apple’s Maps App debacle earlier this year, Facebook backpedaled on the new Instagram policy change. Instagram is a popular photo sharing service acquired by Facebook. According to the new policy, the service has the right to sell off the photos uploaded by the... Read more
Square Reader Launches At 7,000 Starbucks Stores
Square was early to the mobile connected card reader market and the company is continuing its dominance in the space. On Thursday the company announced that it is now being sold throughout Starbucks’ 7,000 company operated stores in the United States. With Starbucks now on-board Square readers are being... Read more
Why The E-Book Experience Will Only Get Better In 2013
Only several years ago, I used to be one of those hardcore paper book lovers. I was adamant about not going the e-book way, if only because I have always loved printed books. The look, feel, and smell of paper is certainly unmatchable. There is a lot of love... Read more
Linux in 2013

Linux in 2013

Internet January 5, 2013

At the start of a brand new year, it’s time to look ahead to the expectations, but also to the hopes of what 2013 can bring. For Linux fans, their wish list might look like this: More Acceptance It would be wonderful to see Linux get the attention it... Read more
What Does Microsoft Need to Do in 2013?
Microsoft made some big strides in 2012 in various areas of technology. It made a big change to the Windows operating system, saw its first tablet enter the market, and made improvements to the Windows Phone as it sought to gain more market share of the cell phone industry.... Read more
This Week’s Top 5 Trending Videos
This past week saw Christmas come and go and is the last week before the New Year. Suitably, the videos trending on the web at this time embody the holiday season as well as the upcoming 2013. In addition, you can watch a child prodigy displaying an unusual skill... Read more