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Book: Hacking Multifactor Authentication
[German]A small note for my blog reader. It's such apparent certainties that make us feel 'well secured and taken care of' security-wise. All you need is Multifactor Authentication (MFA) and good security software and everything is secured. As of December … Continue reading
HP ends Free Instant Ink subscription for new customers
[German] HP announced recently the end of lifetime Free HP Instant Ink subscription for customers. The Free Instant Ink offer was dedicated to customers with low print volume. After a lot of protest from customers, the program will continue at … Continue reading
Merry Christmas …
to all my blog readers. And always remember: In 365 days it will be Christmas again.
Bundeskartellamt examines linkage between Oculus and the Facebook network
[German]The Bundeskartellamt (German Federal Cartel Office) has initiated an investigation against Facebook. The goal is to examine the linkage between Oculus virtual reality products and the social network and Facebook platform for a possible abuse.
Avira has been sold to NortonLifeLock
[German]German Avira GmbH & Co. KG from Tettnang, which sells antivirus solutions, has already found a new owner. The Tettnang based antivirus specialists were taken over by NortonLifeLock from the Kingdom of Bahrain based investor group Investcorp.
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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 ...
Anti trust probe against Facebook due to WhatsApp/Instagram acquisition
US state and federal authorities are reportedly preparing for an antitrust case against Facebook. The background is Facebook's acquisition of WhatsApp and Instagram. CNet has summarized some information in this article.
PSA: A new head at askwoody.com
[German]Just a short information: The website askwoody.com will get a 'change of it's head'. Woody Leonhard, who has been running the project for many years, is stepping down and putting the site into new hands.
microsoft.com was down
Microsofts domain microsoft.com were not accessible for many users worldwide, as I am reading here right now.The message 'Your request has been blocked. This may be due to several reasons.' was shown. I have the impression that Microsoft is currently … Continue reading
Operating System / Windows / Browser Share (Nov. 2020)
[German]At the beginning of November 2020, I would like to take a look at the current figures for desktop operating system distribution as of the end of October 2020. In addition, there is a look at the browser shares on … Continue reading
Bill Gates has turned 65 today
Today, 28.10.2020: William Henry Gates III, better known as the US entrepreneur Bill Gates, and currently probably one of the richest people in the world, has turned 65 years old. At this point a 'congratulations' across the big pond. And … Continue reading