Firefox to Use Windows BITS Service for Background Updates
In the near future Mozilla Firefox will utilize Windows Background Intelligent Transfer Service, or BITS, to download software updates in the background. This is the first step in the eventual release of a standalone “Update Agent” that will perform updates even when the browser is closed. […]
Tor Browser 8.5.3 Fixes a Sandbox Escape Vulnerability in Firefox
Tor Browser 8.5.3 has been released to fix a Sandbox Escape vulnerability in Firefox that was recently used as part of a targeted attack against cryptocurrency companies. As this vulnerability is actively being used, it is strongly advised that all Tor users upgrade to the latest version. […]
Google Says the Address Bar Suggestion Bug is Fixed – Is It?
A bug in the current version of Google Chrome has been causing address bar suggestions to prioritize search keywords over sites that you have frequented the most. In a bug post update, a Google employee states that this issue has now been fixed. […]
Open Source Clones Unofficially Sold on the Microsoft Store
Developers are taking free open source programs, repackaging them as Windows 10 UWP apps under different names, and then offering them on the Microsoft Store. In some cases, the developers are offering these programs as paid apps or with in-app purchases. […]
How To Secure Your Network: Five Modern Alternatives to VPN
Are there alternatives to VPNs that provide better security and anonymity for users, and more visibility and control for IT when and where needed? While the answer depends mostly on your organization’s needs, five solutions deliver where traditional VPNs fall short. […]
Windows 10: The Upcoming Features and Improvements in 20H1
Windows 10 20H1 builds are available for Windows Insiders with several new changes, giving us a glimpse of what’s coming. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the changes and improvements included in Windows 10 20H1 preview builds. […]