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Update on malware attack on Gigaset Android devices (April 6 2021)
[German]A quick update for all those affected by the malware infection of Gigaset Android devices via update server. I had on April 5, 2021 a phone conversation with German vendor Gigaset where they informed me about a few preliminary details … Continue reading
Surface Book 2 driver/firmware updates (April 2, 2021)
[German]Microsoft has released new driver/firmware updates for the Microsoft Surface Book 2 as of April 2, 2021. The update package includes drivers, among others to improve the graphics output.
German Gigaset Android Update Server probably delivers malware
[German]A German blog reader just informed me, that German smartphone manufacturer Gigaset seems to be affected by a hack. At least one of the Android update servers is probably delivering malware. Here's the information I have so far.
Apple shows repairability index on products in France
[German]Apple has started displaying a repairability index in France in its web stores for the purchase of new devices. The company is thus fulfilling a regulatory requirement so that customers can find out about the repairability of an iPhone, iPad … Continue reading
Will February 2021 updates force Windows 10 machines into the pre-boot menu?
[German]Short question for the blog readership: have you encountered any cases these days where Windows 10 machines running version 1909 or later lapse into the pre-boot menu after booting? A blog reader confronted me with this problem.
Why ISL Online: Critical factors when choosing a remote desktop solution
[Sponsored Post]In the rapidly evolving IT world, choosing the right remote desktop software is critical for organizations that value security, ease of use and reliability. One provider of secure remote access that has been on the market since 2001 is ISL Online, which presents some considerations for choosing such software below. More ...
Chromebook sales to surpass Mac numbers in 2020
[German]Interesting information I just came across. Chromebook sales with Chrome OS surpassed Apple Mac unit sales for the first time in 2020. And Chromebooks are gaining market share at the expense of Microsoft Windows.
Cisco Small Business Router: Update for Root vulnerability
[German]Cisco has published a security warning for its small business routers that they are affected by a root vulnerability and should be updated to a new firmware version quickly.
Hints for HP Printer Firmware Downgrade
[German]In this blog post, I provide advice on how users who have been surprised by an automatic firmware upgrade on HP printers can get the devices back to the previous firmware, if necessary. This is helpful, if an unwanted HP … Continue reading
Chromebook demand raised to new record in COVID-19 pandemic
[German]In the coronavirus pandemic, demand for computer systems for homeschooling increased. The latest figures from Canalsys for Q4 2020 show a massive increase in Chromebook sales.
Microsoft: Chromebooks are cheaper and faster than Windows machines
[German]In an "all-hands" meeting with employees, Microsoft Corporate Vice President of Education Eran Megiddo let out some information that isn't a secret to me. Along with the cheering number regarding Teams usage in the school sector came the admission that … Continue reading