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Starlink Pricing and Speeds: Everything You Need to Know
Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, has made waves in the tech world. It promises fast speeds and wide coverage, even in remote areas. But how does it stack up in terms of performance and cost? Starlink offers download speeds of 50 to 500 Mbps, depending on the plan you choose. The Standard plan provides 24-220 Mbps for $120 […]
Gaming PC Build Costs: How to Build Your Rig from $500 to $4,000+
Building a gaming PC can be an exciting yet daunting task for many enthusiasts. The cost varies widely based on component choices and performance goals. A basic gaming PC can start around $500, while high-end systems can exceed $4,000. The price range reflects the diverse needs of gamers. Budget-conscious players may opt for a $700 build […]
Rackspace monitoring data stolen in ScienceLogic zero-day attack
Cloud hosting provider Rackspace suffered a data breach exposing “limited” customer monitoring data after threat actors exploited a zero-day vulnerability in a third-party tool used by the ScienceLogic SL1 platform. ScienceLogic confirmed to GeekFeed that they quickly developed a patch to address the risk and distributed it to all impacted customers while still providing assistance […]
Ransomware attack forces UMC Health System to divert some patients
Texas healthcare provider UMC Health System was forced to divert some patients to other locations after a ransomware attack impacted its operations. In an announcement published on its website late last week, which is offline at the time of writing, UMC disclosed it is responding to an IT outage impacting its network. While facilities remain […]
Windows 11 24H2 now rolling out, here are the new features
Today, Microsoft announced the release of Windows 11, version 24H2, the next feature update for its operating system (also known as the Windows 11 2024 Update). Windows 11 24H2 started rolling out in May to enterprise customers enrolled in the Release Preview Channel of the Windows Insider Program for Business. It has also been available on Copilot+ […]
What Is Vsync? Should You Turn It On or Off for Better Gaming Performance?
VSync, short for vertical synchronization, is a graphics technology that synchronizes a game’s frame rate with a monitor’s refresh rate. It aims to prevent screen tearing, a visual artifact that occurs when the display shows parts of multiple frames in a single screen draw. This can result in a smoother gaming experience, especially in fast-paced games. Many […]
How To Reset Your Graphics Driver on Windows
Graphics drivers are crucial for ensuring smooth computer performance. However, they can sometimes cause issues such as screen flickering or black screens. Resetting your graphics driver on Windows can often resolve these problems without needing to restart the entire system. The quickest way to reset your graphics driver is by using a keyboard shortcut, pressing the Windows key […]
Hacker charged for breaching 5 companies for insider trading
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charged Robert B. Westbrook, a U.K. citizen, with hacking into the computer systems of five U.S. public companies to access confidential earnings information and conduct insider trading. Westbrook then used this nonpublic information to make trades ahead of 14 earnings announcements between January 2019 and August 2020, earning […]
Microsoft Defender adds detection of unsecure Wi-Fi networks
Microsoft Defender now automatically detects and notifies users with a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription when they’re connected to unsecured Wi-Fi networks. The Defender privacy protection feature (also known as Defender VPN) protects your privacy and security when connected to public Wi-Fi or an untrusted network, where your data and identity could be exposed […]
JPCERT shares Windows Event Log tips to detect ransomware attacks
Japan’s Computer Emergency Response Center (JPCERT/CC) has shared tips on detecting different ransomware gang’s attacks based on entries in Windows Event Logs, providing timely detection of ongoing attacks before they spread too far into a network. JPCERT/CC says the technique can be valuable when responding to ransomware attacks, and identifying the attack vector among various […]