Microsoft is in critical condition after a viral attack compromised the software and cloud computing services used by more than 30 million people around the world, the company said.The cyberattack, dubbed the “sage”, struck Wednesday, forcing many organizations to switch to Azure, which provides software and services for Microsoft’s cloud-based business, data, and analytics platforms.The…
Month: September 2021
Why the Premier League should have a separate computer system
A report by the Premier Player Association claims Premier League computers are not secure enough to handle the current ransomware attack, which has infected more than 500,000 computers worldwide.The Premier League has been forced to launch a cyber-security team to tackle the virus and is working on plans to improve security measures for all Premier…
How to code the ‘horizon’ computer system
The computer programming language Horizon, which can be used to create an entire computer system from a single piece of hardware, is being used to develop the world’s first fully-fledged artificial intelligence (AI) system.In addition to being able to program the computer system itself, Horizon could be used by any organisation to carry out research,…
What happens when the UK has a lot of computers?
The UK is in a state of chaos when it comes to computing and IT, and a new report reveals that almost every UK company has more than one server, desktops, laptops, and desktops of varying capacities.It’s a phenomenon called “virtualization,” and it’s actually pretty simple to understand.As a computer hardware manufacturer, Microsoft has been…
A video game console’s ‘buzz’ is a real thing, says a gaming company
Video game systems, which offer players a way to play games while watching movies, have long been popular, with more than 4 million systems shipped worldwide in 2013.But as games have become more complex, the system’s ability to function without a human user is also a big part of the appeal.A few months ago, we…
When Does the End of the Internet Exist?
On the morning of April 18, 2017, the internet took a huge leap forward.The world was on the cusp of a new era.As the internet grew more powerful, its value soared.The value of internet-enabled devices and services grew exponentially, with a growing number of users demanding access to more of the world’s information.The internet was…
Computational systems biosensors to diagnose brain disease could help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease
By analyzing the structure and function of individual molecules, researchers could predict the symptoms of Alzheimer’s, a devastating disorder that can affect brain function and shape behaviour.Researchers have already identified a class of molecules called transmembrane proteins (TMSPs), which are essential for normal functioning of the brain.But the TMSPs in the brains of people with…
Corporate computer systems need a lot of love
Computer systems are critical components of organizations’ cybersecurity.But many of them have been poorly designed and managed.This report looks at the challenges faced by companies that manage their systems.
How to install Apple’s iWork software on a computer
A computer with iWork can now be installed on a Mac, thanks to a software update from Apple.The software, called iWork 7.1.5, is a free update to the Mac App Store that enables Mac users to download and install the new Mac OS X operating system on a Windows computer, Mac or Mac computer, or…
Why you should be concerned about your Kronos credit card number: Security experts
Posted May 01, 2018 09:17:38 The Kronos computer registration system that allows people to register computers in the United Kingdom is being phased out.The new system will be phased out in 2018, but it is being replaced by a new system that will be implemented in 2019.The old system was plagued with security issues, which…