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Max Payne 1 and 2 Remake Has Entered Full Production; Control 2 Is In “Production Readiness” Phase
Over two years since the official announcement, the Max Payne 1 and 2 remake has finally entered full production, Remedy Entertainment confirmed today. In its latest financial report, the development studio provided an update on the projects currently in development, starting from the highly anticipated remake that will combine the first two entries in the […]
Fake X content warnings on Ukraine war, earthquakes used as clickbait
X has always had a bot problem, but now scammers are utilizing the Ukraine war and earthquake warnings in Japan to entice users into clicking on fake content warnings and videos that lead to scam adult sites, malicious browser extensions, and shady affiliate sites. For months, X has been flooded with posts that contain what […]
DOOM and DOOM II Re-Release Now Available; DOOM Eternal Mod Tools Released
Today, id Software’s Marty Stratton and Hugo Martin appeared on the main stage during QuakeCon. They announced the definitive re-release of DOOM and DOOM II, which are now available to all DOOM fans worldwide. In addition to the definitive release of the two iconic DOOM games, they also announced the DOOM Eternal: PC mod preview, which […]
Chinese hacking groups target Russian government, IT firms
A series of targeted cyberattacks that started at the end of July 2024, targeting dozens of systems used in Russian government organizations and IT companies, are linked to Chinese hackers of the APT31 and APT 27 groups. Kaspersky, who discovered the activity, dubbed the campaign “EastWind,” reporting that it employs an updated version of the CloudSorcerer backdoor spotted […]
How to Fix Laptop Overheat Problems: A Comprehensive Guide
Laptops can overheat for a lot of reasons – but no matter why, it’s always a bad thing. Overheating in laptops can lead to them slowing down and reducing their lifespan. They do this to protect themselves from the heat. A clean laptop with good airflow stays cool and runs faster. Overheating can be a frustrating and […]
Malware force-installs Chrome extensions on 300,000 browsers, patches DLLs
An ongoing and widespread malware campaign force-installed malicious Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge browser extensions in over 300,000 browsers, modifying the browser’s executables to hijack homepages and steal browsing history. The installer and extensions, which are usually undetected by antivirus tools, are designed to steal data and execute commands on infected devices. The campaign was discovered by […]
Do Portable Solar Laptop Chargers Really Work?
Portable solar laptop chargers are a convenient way to power devices on the go. They use sunlight to generate electricity, keeping laptops and other electronics running when away from outlets. The best ones can fully power a laptop in about 5-8 hours of direct sunlight. The idea of charging your laptop using nothing but sunlight is appealing […]
How to Fix A PC That’s Freezing
Dealing with a frozen computer can be frustrating. This guide will show you step-by-step troubleshooting steps to help you find and fix the issue. Common causes of freezing include overheating, unresponsive programs, malware, and hardware problems. It is essential to understand the root of the problem to fix a freezing computer. Issues may be due […]
Microsoft discloses unpatched Office flaw that exposes NTLM hashes
Microsoft has disclosed a high-severity vulnerability affecting Office 2016 that could expose NTLM hashes to a remote attacker. Tracked as CVE-2024-38200, this security flaw is caused by an information disclosure weakness that enables unauthorized actors to access protected information. It impacts multiple 32-bit and 64-bit Office versions, including Office 2016, Office 2019, Office LTSC 2021, and […]
How to fix PC Crashing: Troubleshooting Guide
When a computer crashes, it can disrupt your work and lead to data loss. To address this, a thorough troubleshooting process is essential. This process involves checking for hardware malfunctions which can contribute to system instability. By inspecting components like the RAM, hard drive, and cooling system, one can often pinpoint the issue. Fixing a […]