Researchers say Windows 10 Safe Mode flaw is easy to exploit but Microsoft doesn't acknowledge it as a primary threat
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Google Patches 55 Android Vulnerabilities in September Update
More media server flaws surface as Google splits Android updates into three different patch levels. The update provides patches for 55 vulnerabilities
LinuxCon To Highlight How Linux Has Changed In Its 25 Years
Linux users are set to assemble for the annual LinuxCon event, this time celebrating the 25th anniversary of the technology and how it's changed.
Google Begins Development Of Fuchsia Open-Source OS
Unlike Android and Chrome, Google's new operating system will not be based on the Linux kernel. The new OS will use a new kernel called Magenta
Met Police Still Has 27,000 PCs Running Windows XP
Met Police's insistence on running aging Windows XP is putting Londoners' personal data at risk, it is claimed
Windows 10 Linux Feature Brings Real, But Manageable Security Risks
ANALYSIS: Bash support in Windows 10 Anniversary Update is valuable tool for developers, but needs to be used carefully because of potential security risks
Risk From Linux Kernel Hidden in Windows 10 Exposed at Black Hat
BLACK HAT 2016: A researcher exposes design and control flaws in Windows 10 versions that have the capability to run Linux
Tech Quiz Of The Week: Windows 10
Windows 10 received its first major update this week, but what do you know about the one operating system to rule them all?
Windows 10 Anniversary Update Ends As A Tale Of Two Computers
REVIEW: Windows 10 Anniversary Update brings some much needed improvements, but successfully completing the installation can be an adventure
Windows 10 Anniversary Update: What You Need To Know
UPDATED: Release date, features and enhancements for Windows 10 Anniversary Update, the first major upgrade for Microsoft's operating system
Web Users Are Still Being Tracked By Their Smartphone’s Battery Status
Battery Status API in HTML5 is being used to track user activity, warn security researchers
Microsoft Releases Windows 10 Anniversary Update
Update promises improved Task bar, Start Menu and Action Center, along with upgrades to the Cortana personal assistant
Poll: Are You Using Windows 10?
Windows 10 Anniversary Update is on its way, but do you have Windows 10 installed at home or work already?
Windows 10: One Year On
ANALYSIS: After a year of Windows 10, it's time to take a look at the best and worst of the operating system in preparation for August's anniversary update
‘Apple’s Stagefright’: iOS And Mac Users Urged To Update Immediately
iOS 9.3.3 and Mac OS X 10.11.6 fix a range of vulnerabilities but none so important as a TIFF flaw that affects all versions
Windows 10 Anniversary Update Improves Security, Cortana And Edge On 2 August
First major Windows 10 update finally gets a release data as Microsoft boosts security, accessibility and customisability - but free upgrade ends July 29
BadTunnel Security Flaw Affected All Windows Versions For 20 Years
Discovery of serious Windows vulnerability, dubbed BadTunnel, earns researcher top bug bounty reward
Windows 10 Preview Build Streamlines Pro-To-Enterprise Upgrades
Users no longer have to reboot their systems if they want to upgrade their PCs from Windows 10 Pro to Enterprise. Meanwhile, Cortana learns new tricks.
Google Releases Android N, Firebase Analytics, New ASIC
Google I/O 2016: Google gives developers and businesses Android N mobile OS update, freely available analytics engine and new ASIC for machine learning apps
Microsoft Disables Controversial Wi-Fi Sharing Features In Windows 10
Microsoft removes some elements of Wi-Fi Sense, fixes bugs and adds Microsoft Edge improvements in latest build of Windows 10
Windows 10 Is Now Running On 300 Million PCs, Tablets And Smartphones
But Microsoft warns users to act fast to update, as free Windows 10 upgrade offer ends on 29 July
Windows 10 Preview Adds Native Bash Support
Windows 10 insiders can test out new Linux development tools, with a few caveats
Hackers Breach Linux Mint Distribution, Forums
Attackers manage to breach Linux Mint's security, adding a backdoor to the distribution and even stealing information from user forums.
Major Linux Kernel 4.5 Update Released For Testing
The new kernel, version 4.5, includes major driver improvements, including better 3D graphics support for the Raspberry Pi
Linux Trojan Takes Screenshots And Captures Audio
Linux.Ekoms.1 takes a screenshot every 30 seconds but audio capture function remains dormant for now
Microsoft Starts Issuing Windows 10 Upgrade Notifications To SMBs
Microsoft promises SMBs can upgrade to Windows 10 as easily as consumers, but don't worry, there are ways to stop it too.
Google To ‘Merge’ Android And Chrome Operating Systems
Android and Chrome hybrid set to appear in 2017, according to reports
Microsoft: Windows 10 Usability And Security ‘Key’ For Enterprise Adoption
Microsoft says Windows 10 can 'transform' businesses but employees and IT departments must both love it for change to be delivered
Apple Mac OS X El Capitan Is Now Available As Free Update
Mac OS X El Capitan should make your Mac faster and more efficient, refining on Yosemite
Windows RT Update 3 Adds Start Menu…And That’s It
Microsoft gives Windows RT some love at last, but not much