A speedy web browser with a focus on security and privacy
Check out the next version of Firefox before it's released
This thumb-sized accessory gave my old PC an instant speed boost
System sluggish? The PNY 1TB drive should help, and it handled my stress tests remarkably well.
This 20-in-1 accessory kit is my new favorite tech essential (and it's only $12)
For less money than a phone case, this multifaceted tool kit can keep your handset, earbuds, laptop, and more clean and pristine.
Ubuntu 24.04: This great new Linux distro isn't just fast - it's a fortress
I'm running Canonical's latest release - aka 'Noble Numbat' - and find this distro's performance and security improvements make it an outstanding OS for everyone and every job.
20% of grocery store milk has traces of bird flu, suggesting wider outbreak
The milk is still considered safe, but disease experts are alarmed by the prevalence.
DJIs Mini SE 2 drone just got a rare price cut
Get into drones with the DJI Mini 2 SE, which is equipped with a Full HD camera and comes with a remote control. Best Buy is selling it for a discounted $280.
Have an old Kindle? Whatever you do, do not do this one thing
Doing this thing can render your vintage Kindle unusable. But if you're trying to figure out how to add new books to old Kindles, this guide can help.
Microsoft, Google and Snap report strong quarterly results, IBM and Intel less so
Five big tech companies announced their quarterly financial results on Thursday with a jump in fortunes for Microsoft, Google and Snap, while those of IBM and Intel were more mixed.
Today is your last chance to enter the 2024 IT Leaders 100
Enter now to have your name recognised as one of the UK's leading technology figures. Computing is all about the IT leader. Whether you're a CIO, CTO, CDO, chief engineer, digital director or any of the hundreds of other titles used to denote tech seniority, you are both our foundation and our passion. Every year we publish the IT Leaders 100, a definitive list of the most influential, creative and inspiring technologists in the UK today. We've featured people from every sector and organisations both large and small - our way of giving back to the community that has made us who we are today. But there's not long left to put your name forward - entries close at midnight tonight. Don't worry, though, it only takes five minutes to enter this year's list. Simply open the submission form , or use the form below, and fill in your or your nominee's details for consideration in the 2024 edition of the IT Leaders 100. Lesley Salmon, global CIO at Kellanova, who was featured on the list last year, said, If you want to learn something new from someone with great IT experience, then use the IT Leaders 100 to your advantage. Connect, collaborate, and see what opportunities you can create together or what challenges you can overcome with mentorship and guidance from great leaders in this industry. As an added bonus, everyone who reaches the final 100 will be entered into a prize draw to win a 50 voucher: a congratulations for being a leading figure in the UK IT market. When drawing up the final list we take into account factors like duration in role, level of transformation and major IT achievements.We also some lighter questions to get a sense of the person behind the title: from 'How did you get into IT?' to 'What's your secret talent?' We can't wait to see what you've got in store for us this year. Once we've shortlisted the entries, we work with industry experts on the incredibly challenging task of producing the final list - our assessment of the most influential figures in UK IT today. Each entrant should only submit themselves once - multiple entries will not increase your chance of being on the final list. Submissions close today, so don't wait.Fill in the form below to enter, or click this link . document.write(' '); Integrated data applications for enterprise teams - Alchemer. Please take my survey now
Global government networks breached in 'ArcaneDoor' espionage campaign
Cisco issued a security alert on Wednesday detailing a large-scale cyber espionage campaign dubbed ArcaneDoor that targeted government networks worldwide.
Versatile screen capture tool that can capture full screen shots and custom section
GenAI at the heart of AWS Summit
AI took centre stage at the AWS Summit on Wednesday, with customers like Zilch and TUI setting out some early successes with AI innovation.
Completely remove unwanted software from your computer
Google Drive for macOS 90.0.3.0
A desktop app to access and sync files with Google Drive
A desktop app to access and sync files with Google Drive
Keep your valuable data safe from harm with this fast and easy-to-use backup tool
How to change your IP address, why you'd want to - and when you shouldn't
Looking for more privacy? Or easier access to a network device? Here are the steps for every operating system, and how to avoid address conflicts.
How to write better ChatGPT prompts in 5 steps
There's an art to making the most of AI. Here's how to up your prompt-writing game.
Apple releases eight small AI language models aimed at on-device use
OpenELM mirrors efforts by Microsoft to make useful small AI language models that run locally.
Toyota will spend $1.4 billion to build electric 3-row SUV in Indiana
This is a different new 3-row EV from the one Toyota will build in Kentucky.
Bring the classic Start menu back to Windows 11 and Windows 10
Qualcomm says lower-end Snapdragon X Plus chips can still outrun Apples M3
Same NPU, same architecture as X Elite, but fewer cores and lower clock speeds.
What are AppImages and how do you use them on Linux?
This unique format for distributing Linux applications keeps it simple -- mostly.
Study finds genetic basis for link between depression, heart disease
A group of genes could be common to both depression and heart disease, a finding that researchers said could explain why having one of them increases risk of developing the other. The puzzling link between the diseases has been known to exist since the 1990s, they said. Studies have found that people with depression run a greater risk of cardiovascular disease, with early and effective treatment of the mental illness lowering the risk of developing heart-related conditions.
A new browser for power users from the co-founder of Opera
US to block TikTok - ByteDance vows to fight back
TikTok claims a new US law, which requires owner ByteDance to divest it in nine months or a country-wide block, is unconstitutional.
Leicester streetlights on day and night following cyber-attack
The cyber-attack disclosed earlier this month has left some streetlights lit at all hours of the day as well as after dark.
IBM to acquire HashiCorp for $6.4bn
IBM has confirmed it is to buy cloud infrastructure software firm HashiCorp by the end of 2024.
CreateHTML, CSS, JavaScript,XHTML and other web documents with this all-in-one development tool
Comprehensive web code editor with strongHTML, CSS, PHP, ASP and Ruby support
BlueVoyant chooses Leeds for new Security Operations Centre
Cybersecurity services provider BlueVoyant, yesterday formally opened its new Security Operations Centre (SOC) and Experience Centre in Leeds.
These AI avatars now come with human-like expressions
Synthesia's new Expressive Avatars prove digital actors are getting more and more convincing.
CMA invites comments on Microsoft and Amazon AI partnerships
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is seeking comment on three major partnerships involving tech firms and AI start-ups.
Gaia telescope reveals new insights into Milky Way's history
Dont be tricked by this phishing campaign targeting Verizon customers
No matter how confident you are that you wont get fooled by an online scam, you can never be too careful when opening texts and The post Dont be tricked by this phishing campaign targeting Verizon customers appeared first on BGR .
Wise Disk Cleaner Free 11.1.1.826
Recover valuable hard drive space by locating and deleting redundant and temporary files
Createindustry-standard PDF files from any Windows application.
Produce a PDF document from just about any Windows application
Cut-down version of Google Chrome with some security extras
Microsoft OneDrive 24.070.0407.0003
Keep your most important files safe online with Microsoft's Dropbox-like cloud storage application
Simply the best free audio recording, editing and mixing tool
Keep files synchronised between drives, computers and servers
Google Chrome Portable 124.0.6367.79
The latest stable Chrome Portable includes a number of under-the-hood improvements
PortableApps.com Platform 29.5
Easily download, install, organise, update and generally manage your own collection of portable apps
Finally, a MagSafe battery pack that doesn't look like a brick (and it charges quick, too)
Casely's Power Pod can power your phone, earbuds, and other electronic devices, and its design brings exactly what the battery pack market needs -- style.
Could Windows finally get ARM right and outperform Apple silicon?
Microsoft and its OEM partners are poised to announce a crop of new Arm-based laptops. Can those devices really compete with Apple's mature M-series designs?
The best iPad stylus of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed
We tested the best iPad stylus pens that feature palm rejection technology, tilt recognition, and long battery life to keep your productivity going all day long.
No more refunds after 100 hours: Steam closes Early Access playtime loophole
It's largely a win against scammers, but a simple policy doesn't fit all games.
I found Apple Vision Pro unusable at first - but then I fixed it. Here's how
If eye tracking isn't working for you in Vision Pro, these accessibility features can help.
UK IT Awards: Your questions answered
An upcoming webinar answers any and all questions about entering - and winning - the UK IT Industry Awards. The UK IT Industry Awards are the tech sector's biggest and brightest celebration of the year, honouring the products, projects and people that are leading the pack. Even making it through the rigorous shortlisting process, which whittles down the contenders to a handful of the best for each category, is an achievement. Every year, we field hundreds of questions from potential entrants about the process: from what the judges are looking for to specifics about which category to enter . That's why, this year, we're once again running a Top Tips webinar, so you can hear from past winners and judges about how to elevate your entry. Click here to register Taking place on 8th May at 11am, the UK IT Industry Awards Top Tips Webinar offers a unique opportunity to get an inside look at the entry process, submission best practices and the benefits of winning an award. Co-hosted by Computing editor Tom Allen and Carl Harris, executive director for brand at BCS, the webinar will look at how past entries really caught the judges' eyes, as well as speak to some of last year's winners: PA Consulting's Karen Byer, 2023's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leader of the Year, and Lucille Harvey from Triad Group, crowned Rising Star of the Year. During the webinar you will learn: Top tips and tricks on how to create an award-winning submission to set you apart from the competition. What judges are looking for and how to tailor your entry to make a lasting impression. Updates in the award categories and criteria, to make sure you apply for the best category for you. Personal experiences of previous winners and the positive impact of winning a UK IT Industry Award. The webinar also critically includes a Q&A section to address your queries. Click here to sign up for free.
How a council consolidated security tools and saved 40%
Before consolidating its security tools, Falkirk Council had difficulty knowing what software was on its systems, which had been patched successfully, and even how many of each type of laptop, PC and server were operational.
Voyager 1 back in action: NASA engineers fix 24-billion-km glitch
NASA has successfully revived its Voyager 1 probe, the farthest human-made object from Earth.
WinDynamicDesktop Portable 5.5.0 (64-bit)
Transition your wallpaper from light to dark through the day
WinDynamicDesktop 5.5.0 (64-bit)
Transition your wallpaper from light to dark through the day
Bring team communication together, within one app, using Slack.
Bring team communication together, within one app, using Slack
ESET NOD32 Antivirus 17.1.11.0
Detect even more malware withESET's latest antivirus toolkit
ESET Internet Security 17.1.11.0
Protect your PC from hackers, malware and more
EaseUS Partition Master Free 18.5
Partition the parts of your PC that Windows own tools cant reach.
An advanced replacement for Windows Explorer
Collect, store & share your notes and media across all your devices
The latest stable Chrome is a rather minor update
Speed-optimized portable version of Firefoxdesigned for the best possible performance
Speed-optimized 64-bit version of Firefox designed for the best possible performance
Speed-optimized 64-bit version of Firefox portable designed for the best possible performance
Opera's rebooted web browser is starting to come of age
Track and recover your lost or stolen laptop with this free tool
Chat with your friends and colleagues using text or video
Why canned wine can smell like rotten eggs while beer and Coke are fine
Sulfur dioxide in the wine reacts with the aluminum to make hydrogen sulfide.
GPT-4 can exploit security flaws on its own, study shows
At least once a week, generative AI finds a new way to terrify us. We are still anxiously awaiting news about the next large language The post GPT-4 can exploit security flaws on its own, study shows appeared first on BGR .
Fedora 40 is now available and includes more spins than ever before
If you're looking for serious speed and you don't want to go with a lightweight desktop, Fedora 40 will not disappoint.
Tiny rubber spheres used to make a programmable fluid
The spheres collapse under pressure, giving the fluid very unusual properties.
Proportion paying ransoms declines in Q1 2024, even as takings break a new record
Statistics from cybersecurity firm Coveware reveal that organisations are increasingly refusing to pay ransomware extortion demands, which has led to a record low of 28% agreeing to pay in the first quarter of this year.
ToddyCat cybercriminals using high-end tools to commit 'industrial scale' theft
ToddyCat, a sophisticated hacker gang, is using numerous tools to infiltrate networks and steal valuable data.
Towards a cleaner orbit: Isro plans for debris-free space missions by 2030
Secure password manager which helps to keep your login details safe.
Trellix Stinger 13.0.0.105 (was McAfee Stinger)
Seek out and destroy the most common malware with a click
Take and editscreen grabs from just about any Windows application
Simplify the task of working with image-based formats including ISO
Maxthon delivers IE's compatibility and Chrome's speed in one powerful browser
Maxthon Portable 7.1.8.9000 (64-bit)
Maxthon delivers IE's compatibility and Chrome's speed in one powerful browser
An interesting browser with a lengthy feature list
Critics dismiss Broadcom's 'anti-cloud' licencing changes for VMware
Broadcom's efforts to allay concerns over its recent changes to VMware's cloud licencing practices have hit a roadblock.
A simple, if unsophisticated, tool for burning data discs - including Blu-ray.
