To help combat those assaults, mitigate risk, and safeguard sensitive consumer, customer, and patient data, businesses in a number of industries are now subject to security awareness compliance requirements. Some of these requirements are set forth in government mandates. Others are the result of industry watchdog groups or special interest groups. For business owners and decision makers, as well as information security professionals and even general staff members, security awareness is vital – this touches on everything from general risk mitigation to how to avoid phishing scams, and everything in between....

Sometimes choosing the most interesting questions to highlight is the best part of my job. This week, I received questions about affordable smart home upgrades, streaming services other than Netflix, what Microsoft Office alternatives there are, and more. Do you have a question you’d like to ask me? Tap or click here to email me directly. Streaming Services Q: If I have Netflix, do I need another streaming service? A: Many people watch everything they want and find that new material isn’t replenished quickly enough....

When I first started using Linux (back in ‘97), it was a challenge to not only install but to use. It seemed everything I needed to do required I read a considerably long manifesto as to why it had to be done a certain way, while at the same time offering a number of different ways to achieve the same thing. It was both confusing and freeing at the same time....

You can change the appearance of your display and discover hidden depths to your keyboard. Some of these options are hiding in your Settings, while others you can reach through easy shortcuts. It’s all about uncovering the secret ways of your iPad. Check out these five hidden tricks that will make your iPad more fun and more productive. From keyboard tips to a stealthy dark mode, we’ve got you covered....

What is SQL Injection? SQL injection is a type of web vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries on the database used by the target web application. This happens by making use of a vulnerable parameter in the web application, which will take user input and appends it to SQL queries dynamically without sanitizing. According to OWASP, “A SQL injection attack consists of insertion or “injection” of a SQL query via the input data from the client to the application....

1. Writing for the general user Before Mossberg emerged on the horizon in the early nineties, writing on tech writing was the kingdom of the geeks, for the geeks and by the geeks. A general user would have struggled to make sense of most of the articles that appeared in tech publications those days, so laden were they with jargon and tech-ese. This was a result of a trend in the seventies when most of the writing on technology was done by engineers who could not be blamed for resorting to jargon because most tech readings were done by other engineers who had to make purchases for enterprises....

Bone conduction headphones may not be as well-known as other traditional forms of headphones, but they are some of the very best. Since the headphones emit vibrations to your inner ear, you can feel each note and every beat for a new way of enjoying your favorite content. We’ve rounded up the best bone conduction headphones to listen to music in a new way. Also: The best headphones you can buy right nowThe best earbuds you can buy right nowThe best headphones for workouts and runningEnjoy music, podcasts, and more with these budget-friendly wireless earbuds...

Most laptops come with a charger, and that charger is usually good enough for the job, but it can be very convenient to have a second charger, so you can have one at home and one at the office. Also, portable chargers are a must for traveling. Thankfully, some of the best USB-C laptop chargers feature compact designs, making them the perfect traveling companion. Also: Best laptop docking station This is the perfect replacement for your existing USB-C laptop charger, even if you have something like the latest 16-inch MacBook Pro....

Xiaomi has stepped up its smartphone game in India with the launch of Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro, trying to enter the slightly more premium segment of the market. Along with this bold move, the brand has also taken a different ad route for the device. It has released a new ad called, “ Bow down to the true master” which takes a subtle dig at one of its fellow competitors – something it has not done in India in the past....

According to the Korean newspaper Chosun, who quotes an unnamed Samsung executive, sales of the Galaxy S4 hit four million as of the end of April. The executive goes on to say that as of last Friday, May 10th, sales hit six million, and that the company might hit 10 million by the end of this month. To put those figures into some perspective, Unwired View points out that it took about two months for the GS3 to hit 10 million units....

A quick glance at the spec sheet of the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ and you will realise that the handsets come with the same rear camera setup as the Galaxy S7/edge. While Samsung is using a newer camera sensor, other key specs of the camera setup remain the same. This means we are looking at OIS, 1/4um pixels, Dual Pixel, and a f/1.7 aperture. While it is disappointing that the Galaxy S8 camera setup remains the same as the Galaxy S7, it is not a deal breaker by any means since the latter’s camera performance was nothing to scoff at....

Samsung announced the new Repair Mode on its Korean press release page, which was spotted by SamMobile. This is a potentially very useful privacy feature for those times when a customer gives someone else physical access to their device. It is unavoidable when repairs are needed and an act of faith that the people fixing your phone — which is also your main camera and key storage device — only do the required repairs and nothing more....

Of course, having a good storage capacity on your computer will always prove profitable, especially if you are running a computer business or any enterprise data centers where you need to store lots of data. Recently, Seagate unveiled the monstrous SSD Drive (Solid-state drive) that has a capacity of 60TB at the Flash Memory Summit in Silicon Valley. This is the largest capacity drive until now in the world. A solid-state drive (SSD), it contains neither an actual disk nor a drive motor to spin a disk....

Top 10 Job Searching Websites All you have to do is go online, set up your new account, upload or create your resume (solid is better), and you’re ready to start to job hunting. So here are some of the best job searching websites available for you. 10. Find A Recruiter The last on our top, but certainly not the least. You can get a quick peek at some of the companies available, and you can also check out for jobs available from a multitude of domains....

The official change-log of the update does not list most of the new features and enhancements that users would be enjoying post the update. Worry not, as I have compiled a list of all the changes and enhancements that HTC has introduced for the One with Sense 5.5. Blinkfeed enhancements With Sense 5.5, HTC is making it possible to disable Blinkfeed altogether. The feature can be disabled by pinching on the screen using two fingers, and then tapping on the Blinkfeed Off option present on the top left....

Finding apps to install is where you need to be careful though, as some are designed by cybercriminals to rip you off. We recently told you about nine malicious apps that were hiding malware. Tap or click here for the details. Those were just the tip of the iceberg. A new list of more than 50 sketchy apps has been discovered and if you’ve installed any of them, they could be wreaking havoc on your device....

Sony Mobile is sending out invitations to members of the German press for an event due to take place on the 25th of June according to BestBoyz. What could they possibly be announcing there? It’s probably too early to unveil “Honami“, the company’s rumored flagship phone that’ll put Sony back on the map. We might see “Togari” however, the rumored 6.4 inch tablet/smartphone hybrid. I’m honestly at a loss for words since the company’s portfolio seems to be all over the place these days....

He spearheaded some of the company’s biggest initiatives, like the Xbox and the release of Windows 7. He’s also the owner of the Los Angeles Clippers, and is passionate about integrating artificial intelligence technology into sporting events. But now, Ballmer is focusing on a new non-partisan database called USAFacts. The website aims to shed light on national trends, economics and political data in a way that’s very easy for everyone to understand and access....

However, as the past has shown, going against the industry’s grain is basically part of Tesla’s DNA. “Tesla continues to buck the trend of the industry of adding more sensors to the overall sensor suite of Camera/Ultrasonic/Radar/Lidar,” Mark Fitzgerald, researcher at Strategy Analytics, said to ZDNET, distinguishing Tesla “from pretty much everyone else in the industry.” Ultrasonic sensors are typically used by vehicles to support anti-collision safety systems, helping to detect objects in near proximity and to assist with parking....

ZDNET has rounded up its top picks for the Cyber Monday storage and SSD deals which are still available, featuring top brands you’ll recognize including Samsung, SanDisk, WD and more which will allow you to backup and store photos, videos and other important data. Best Cyber Monday deals still available Walmart Cyber Monday storage and SSD deals Here are some other storage and SSD Cyber Monday deals still available right now at Walmart:...