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Microsoft Pauses Copilot Features to Address Security Vulnerabilities

14 Aug 2024

Microsoft Pauses Copilot Features to Address Security Vulnerabilities

Michael Bargury, ex-Microsoft security architect, revealed vulnerabilities in Microsoft 365 Copilot at Black Hat USA 2024. Microsoft has paused new features to focus on security, with CEO Satya Nadella prioritizing improvements. Security deliverables are now part of executive compensation packages.

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Microsoft Releases KB5041580 Update for Windows 10 with Key Fixes

14 Aug 2024

Microsoft Releases KB5041580 Update for Windows 10 with Key Fixes

Microsoft has released the KB5041580 cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 and 21H2, addressing BitLocker issues and implementing security updates to fix 142 vulnerabilities. The update is mandatory and can be installed via Windows Update settings or manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog.

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Microsoft Resolves Defender XDR and Printing Issues in Latest Windows Update

14 Aug 2024

Microsoft Resolves Defender XDR and Printing Issues in Latest Windows Update

Microsoft resolved issues affecting Microsoft 365 Defender and LPD printing jobs after the July 2024 Windows Server updates. The disruptions, impacting Windows Server 2022, 2019, and 2016, were addressed with updates released on August 13, 2024. Users are advised to install the latest updates.

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Microsoft Patches SmartScreen Bypass Vulnerability CVE-2024-38213

14 Aug 2024

Microsoft Patches SmartScreen Bypass Vulnerability CVE-2024-38213

Microsoft patched a security bypass vulnerability (CVE-2024-38213) in June 2024, addressing a flaw that allowed attackers to circumvent SmartScreen protection. The issue was actively exploited by threat actors, leading to the deployment of malicious software. The advisory was initially omitted from updates.

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Microsoft Releases Patch Tuesday Updates for Windows 11 Versions 23H2, 22H2, 21H2

13 Aug 2024

Microsoft Releases Patch Tuesday Updates for Windows 11 Versions 23H2, 22H2, 21H2

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 versions 23H2, 22H2, and 21H2. The updates, identified as KB5041585 and KB5041592, address security vulnerabilities and improve features like BitLocker and Secure Boot. End of service for Home and Pro editions of 22H2 is October 8, 2024.

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Microsoft Releases KB5041585 Update for Windows 11 23H2, Enhances Security

13 Aug 2024

Microsoft Releases KB5041585 Update for Windows 11 23H2, Enhances Security

Microsoft has released the KB5041585 update for Windows 11 23H2, addressing security vulnerabilities and enhancing user experience. Users can install it via Windows Update or the Microsoft Update Catalog. Windows 11 22H2 will reach end of service on October 8, 2024, urging users to upgrade.

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Black Myth: Wukong Benchmark Tool Draws 60,000 Players on Steam

13 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Benchmark Tool Draws 60,000 Players on Steam

Black Myth: Wukong, ranked 18th on the Steam wishlist, released a free benchmarking tool attracting over 60,000 players. The tool helps optimize game settings and supports various upscaling technologies. The game launches on August 20, 2024, requiring 130 GB SSD storage and specific system requirements.

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Alien: Romulus Director Inspired by Alien: Isolation's Fear Mechanisms

13 Aug 2024

Alien: Romulus Director Inspired by Alien: Isolation's Fear Mechanisms

Fede Álvarez, director of Alien: Romulus, draws inspiration from the fear-inducing save mechanism in 2014's Alien: Isolation. His film will feature young colonists facing horrors in a derelict space station, including Emergency Phones that signal danger. A sequel to Isolation is unlikely due to Sega's focus on Total War.

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Black Myth: Wukong Pre-Orders Surge, Climbs to No. 2 on Steam Chart

13 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Pre-Orders Surge, Climbs to No. 2 on Steam Chart

Pre-orders for Black Myth: Wukong surged, placing it second on Steam's Top Ten for the week ending August 13th. Counter-Strike 2 led, while PUBG: Battlegrounds secured third. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 climbed to ninth. Apex Legends re-entered at eighth due to a new season.

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Windows 11 Beta Build Introduces Categorized Start Menu for Easier Access

13 Aug 2024

Windows 11 Beta Build Introduces Categorized Start Menu for Easier Access

Microsoft's new beta build of Windows 11 introduces a feature that organizes installed shortcuts by category, grouping similar applications for easier access. This aims to streamline navigation and improve user experience. The update is expected to be part of the Windows 11 24H2 release later this year.

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Clearlake Faces Cybersecurity Threat from Counterfeit Antivirus Software

13 Aug 2024

Clearlake Faces Cybersecurity Threat from Counterfeit Antivirus Software

Clearlake faces a sophisticated cybersecurity threat distributing counterfeit antivirus software. Cybercriminals hijack legitimate websites to spread .NET-based malware, exploiting Windows vulnerabilities. Researchers advise caution with deceptive browser update prompts.

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Dell XPS 13 (9345) Impresses with Lightweight Design and Powerful Specs

13 Aug 2024

Dell XPS 13 (9345) Impresses with Lightweight Design and Powerful Specs

Dell has unveiled the XPS 13 (9345), an ultra-portable laptop weighing 2.6 pounds. It features a 13.4-inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chipset, and up to 64GB memory. Priced at $1,299.99, it offers strong performance and design but has limited ports and no headphone jack.

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Shadows of Doubt to Exit Early Access with Full Release in September 2024

12 Aug 2024

Shadows of Doubt to Exit Early Access with Full Release in September 2024

Shadows of Doubt, a crime-solving simulation game by ColePowered Games, will exit early access on September 26, 2024. Featuring procedurally generated cities and NPCs with dynamic lives, the game allows players to investigate murders. New content and features are planned post-launch.

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LiveOps Strategy Drives Success in Gaming Industry, Insights from Mobile to PC

12 Aug 2024

LiveOps Strategy Drives Success in Gaming Industry, Insights from Mobile to PC

LiveOps, the ongoing management and updates of games without new version releases, is a growing trend with 95% of studios involved. Top mobile and Steam games highlight its success. In 2024, Palworld peaked at 2.1 million concurrent players. Insights from mobile LiveOps are shaping PC game strategies.

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New Windows Laptops Recommended: Surface Laptop 7 Tops the List

12 Aug 2024

New Windows Laptops Recommended: Surface Laptop 7 Tops the List

As of August 10, 2024, four new Windows laptop models have been added to the recommended list: Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, Lenovo Legion 9i, Lenovo Yoga 9i (Gen 9), and HP Omnibook X. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 is now the top recommendation for most users, replacing the HP Spectre x360 14.

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Global Windows Outage Highlights Risks of Hosting DNS and DHCP on Servers

12 Aug 2024

Global Windows Outage Highlights Risks of Hosting DNS and DHCP on Servers

Cricket Liu, Chief DNS Architect at Infoblox, addressed a global Windows computer outage on July 18 due to a CrowdStrike software bug. The update caused system failures in sectors like airlines and retail. Recovery may take hours or days, underscoring the risks of hosting critical services on Windows Servers.

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Minecraft Mod Iris Shaders Enhances Visuals, Requires Sodium to Operate

12 Aug 2024

Minecraft Mod Iris Shaders Enhances Visuals, Requires Sodium to Operate

Iris Shaders, a popular mod for Minecraft, enhances visual effects and requires the Sodium mod to function. Available for free on CurseForge and Modrinth, it is compatible only with the Fabric mod loader. Users can easily download and install it to improve their gaming experience.

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Jupiter Hell Classic to Launch on Steam in Q4 2024 with Enhanced Features

11 Aug 2024

Jupiter Hell Classic to Launch on Steam in Q4 2024 with Enhanced Features

Jupiter Hell Classic will launch on Steam in Q4 2024, featuring enhanced graphics, refined mechanics, and Steam Workshop support. The release coincides with the original DRL version to address legal challenges with Zenimax, owners of the Doom franchise.

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Avira Prime Offers Comprehensive Cybersecurity with Premium Features

11 Aug 2024

Avira Prime Offers Comprehensive Cybersecurity with Premium Features

Avira Prime, priced at $99.99 MSRP, offers robust malware protection, a monthly antivirus plan, a VPN, and a password manager. The premium plan includes mobile features, an unlimited VPN, and optimization tools. Installation is quick, but customer support lacks 24/7 availability. Avira prioritizes user privacy.

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New Adventure Game Ogu and the Secret Forest Debuts on Steam

11 Aug 2024

New Adventure Game Ogu and the Secret Forest Debuts on Steam

"Ogu and the Secret Forest," a top-down adventure game, launched on Steam last month. Featuring hand-drawn 2D art, it follows Ogu, a platypus, through exploration and puzzle-solving. The game includes Sokoban-style puzzles, mazes, and musical challenges, offering hours of discovery for players.

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Microsoft Releases Beta Build 22635.4010 with System Tray and Paint Updates

10 Aug 2024

Microsoft Releases Beta Build 22635.4010 with System Tray and Paint Updates

Microsoft has released Beta Channel build 22635.4010 for Windows Insiders under KB5041869. The update restores a simplified system tray and adds new features to the Paint app. Fixes include issues with the Shift key and Task Manager display. Known issues involve explorer.exe crashes and File Explorer focus loss.

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New Windows Laptop Picks: Top Choices for Various User Needs

10 Aug 2024

New Windows Laptop Picks: Top Choices for Various User Needs

Four new Windows laptop picks have been added: Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, Lenovo Legion 9i, Lenovo Yoga 9i (Gen 9), and HP Omnibook X. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 is recommended for most users, while the Lenovo Yoga 9i (Gen 9) is noted as the best 2-in-1 laptop.

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Humble Store Launches New Game Bundles for Summer 2024

10 Aug 2024

Humble Store Launches New Game Bundles for Summer 2024

The Humble Store has introduced the Capcom Summer 2024 Bundle and The Great Escape Room Bundle, featuring popular games at various pricing tiers. Meanwhile, the Epic Games Store offers free titles until August 15. The Elder Scrolls Online is free to play until August 19.

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Humble Choice August 2024 Lineup Features Sifu, Gotham Knights, More

09 Aug 2024

Humble Choice August 2024 Lineup Features Sifu, Gotham Knights, More

Humble Choice's August 2024 lineup includes Sifu, High on Life, Gotham Knights, and five other games, valued at approximately $200. Subscribers also get a one-month trial of DC Universe Infinite and access to 50 DRM-free indie games. Part of the fee supports the World Wildlife Fund.

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Palworld Hits 2 Million Players; Helldivers 2 Peaks at 450,000 Players

09 Aug 2024

Palworld Hits 2 Million Players; Helldivers 2 Peaks at 450,000 Players

Palworld reached an all-time peak of 2 million players, while Helldivers 2 peaked at 450,000 players. Currently, Helldivers 2 has a 24-hour peak of 54,000 players on Steam, and Palworld maintains around 39,000 players after its latest update. Both games continue to be developed and enjoyed by players.

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God Of War Ragnarök PC Version Requires PlayStation Network Account

09 Aug 2024

God Of War Ragnarök PC Version Requires PlayStation Network Account

God Of War Ragnarök on PC requires a PlayStation Network account, posing a challenge in 60% of countries. The game demands 190GB of drive space and specific hardware for optimal performance. It supports Nvidia DLSS 3.7, AMD FSR 3.1, and Intel XeSS 1.3. Pre-purchase is available on Steam and Epic Game Store.

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Windows 11 Introduces Customizable Verbose Mode for Enhanced User Control

09 Aug 2024

Windows 11 Introduces Customizable Verbose Mode for Enhanced User Control

Microsoft's Windows 11 now offers users the ability to enable Verbose mode, which displays detailed system process messages during startup and shutdown. This feature can be activated through System Configuration, Registry Editor, or Group Policy Editor, enhancing user control and system transparency.

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Daedalic Announces The Occultist, a New Horror Game for PC in 2025

09 Aug 2024

Daedalic Announces The Occultist, a New Horror Game for PC in 2025

Daedalic has announced its upcoming horror game, The Occultist, set to launch on PC in 2025. Players control Alan Rebels in a first-person perspective, using stealth to navigate a mysterious world. The game emphasizes tense exploration and an intimate narrative, avoiding direct combat.

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Kingdom Come: Deliverance Sequel Set for Release Later This Year

09 Aug 2024

Kingdom Come: Deliverance Sequel Set for Release Later This Year

Kingdom Come: Deliverance, an acclaimed RPG set in 15th century Bohemia, has received an 84% score and over 93,000 "Very Positive" Steam reviews. The Royal Edition, with all DLC, is discounted by 83% on CDKeys. A sequel is in development, expected later this year, with a new trailer released.

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God of War: Ragnarok PC Port Requires 190 GB Install Size

09 Aug 2024

God of War: Ragnarok PC Port Requires 190 GB Install Size

The system requirements for the PC port of God of War: Ragnarok have been announced, revealing a substantial install size of 190 GB. The game supports advanced technologies and requires a PlayStation Network account for single-player gameplay. This may limit access for some PC players.

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