Programming Languages How Google Is Improving C Memory Safety

Google can’t just rip and replace Chromium’s existing C++ code with memory safer Rust, but it is working on ways to improve the memory safety of C++ by scanning heap allocated memory. The catch is that it’s expensive on memory and for now only experimental. Google and Microsoft are major users of and contributors to the fast programming language C++, which is used in projects like Chromium, Windows, the Linux kernel, and Android....

March 6, 2023 · 4 min · 773 words · Roger Nelson

Programming Languages Java 19 Arrives And Here S What S New

JDK (Java Development Kit) 19 arrives about six months after Java 18 and exactly a year after Java 17 – the most recent long-term support (LTS) release of Java. With the release of Java 17, Oracle announced plans to move JDK LTS releases from every three years to every two years, meaning the next LTS release will be Java 21 in September 2023. The open-source version of JDK 19 OpenJDK 19 is also available from Oracle under the GNU General Public License, version 2, with the Classpath Exception....

March 6, 2023 · 5 min · 874 words · Lisa Koch

Programming Languages Python Now Has Its Own Developer In Residence Here S What They Are Going To Do

Core developer Łukasz Langa, who also acts as the release manager for Python 3.8 and 3.9, will be charged with the day-to-day stewardship of CPython, overseeing contributions to the programming language from volunteers and dealing with issue backlogs. This includes dealing with issue and pull request backlogs, maintaining the continuous integration (CI) and test suite, and providing a steer on what parts of the Python project need the most work....

March 6, 2023 · 3 min · 594 words · Bruce Helgeson

Pump Up Your Productivity With Over 70 Off This Task App

We’ve all wished we had more hours in the day, but what if you could fit more into those working hours? That’s really what productivity is all about, and it can be challenging to achieve when those unread e-mails, appointments, and tasks pile up. So if you feel like it’s time to finally get organized, Lunatask can help. You can get a lifetime subscription to this all-in-one productivity app for over 70% off right now....

March 6, 2023 · 2 min · 286 words · Susan Hughes

Qualcomm Launches Snapdragon 888 Plus 5G Accelerator Card New Small Cell Platform

Building out the infrastructure to support 5G mmWave is going to be critical for everything from industry 4.0 applications to smart cities to keeping unlimited data plans, said Ignacio Contreras, senior director of product marketing at Qualcomm. “As more users go back to normal you’ll see more of the difference in what mmWave provides at places like train station, coffee shops, stadiums and trade shows,” he said. “Networks need to deliver more capacity to keep unlimited plans affordable....

March 6, 2023 · 2 min · 351 words · Cody Sims

Raising Cybersecurity Awareness Is Good For Everyone But It Needs To Be Done Better

You’ve likely seen warning from HR about some of the most common cybersecurity issues you need to be aware of – things like phishing attacks and the importance of using a strong password or maybe even multi-factor authentication (MFA) if the organisation has it in place. Providing people with useful advice on how to stay safe online – both at work and in every other aspect of everyday life – is a good thing....

March 6, 2023 · 4 min · 648 words · Felix Fisk

Realme Gt Neo 3 150W Review Super Fast Charging Heads Up A Solid Mid Range Specification

These sound like flagship-class specifications in a handset that costs £599. Let’s see if they stand up to scrutiny. [Note: Realme, originally a sub-brand of Oppo, says it is in “61 markets worldwide, including Asia, Europe, Oceania, Middle and East Africa, etc”. The firm’s phones are not officially available in the US, although you’ll find some unlocked models online.] Realme says its GT Neo line has a backplate designed to pay homage to motorsports....

March 6, 2023 · 7 min · 1438 words · Neil Vanschoick

Remote Working Jobs 5 Problems We Need To Solve In 2022

While some companies have seen employees trickling through their doors again, others continue to spend the week logged in to work from whatever corner of the house offers the most comfort. Meanwhile, the idea of remote, flexible or ‘hybrid’ working becoming the norm continues to divide opinion. One thing that’s clear as we head towards 2022 is that nobody has all this figured out yet. Yes, many companies have started putting together plans for how and where employees commit their time to them in future, with more flexibility around remote working set to be an enduring theme....

March 6, 2023 · 8 min · 1631 words · Tyrone Cordova

Russia Blocks Access To Facebook

Nick Clegg, Facebook’s president of global affairs and the former UK deputy prime minister, warned that banning the social media platform will leave Russians “cut off from reliable information” and “silenced from speaking out.” The Russian government said that, since October 2020, it’s documented 26 cases in which Facebook has discriminated against Russian media. It cited Facebook’s recent decision to restrict access to accounts belonging to state-backed media outlets Russia Today and Sputnik, as well as other accounts....

March 6, 2023 · 1 min · 136 words · Eloise King

Sale Of State Owned Tech Companies Postponed Again In Brazil

According to an updated schedule presented last week by privatization secretary Martha Seillier at an investor event last week, the sale of the Social Security Technology and Information Company (Dataprev) and the Federal Processing Service (Serpro) should take place in 2023. Dataprev and Serpro are accountable for the development, maintenance, and operations of thousands of government systems as well as major data-related government strategy and projects. The disposal of the companies is part of a major privatization plan that aims to add 1....

March 6, 2023 · 2 min · 410 words · Richard Burnett

Salesforce Updates Health Cloud Highlights Surround Electronic Health Record Strategy

The updates – HIPAA compliance for Salesforce Maps, B2C Commerce and Salesforce Order Management, medication management, appointment management and remote patient exception monitoring – appear incremental on the surface. But these additions do illustrate Salesforce’s strategy for Health Cloud and industries overall, including financial services and media. While Salesforce isn’t the system of record for hospitals and healthcare systems, the cloud provider is increasingly the front and back doors to those health records from the likes of Epic....

March 6, 2023 · 3 min · 448 words · Andra Degroot

Samsung S Galaxy Watch 4 Is 48 Off Right Now

The Galaxy Watch 4 features a larger, 44mm silicone band that secures to your wrist and uses a timeless, classic design to complement any outfit, whether you’re out for a jog or heading to a soiree. In terms of design, the large watch face can help you answer phone calls, answer text messages, and even skip songs on your Spotify playlist. Plus, if you need an answer to a question, it has Google connectivity to check various apps....

March 6, 2023 · 2 min · 241 words · Maria Schrecongost

Samsung S Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G Makes Foldables A Real Option At 999 99

Now that’s a starting price, but once you consider wireless carrier promotions and the real cost may be lower. Must read: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3: How to pre-order and get the best dealSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 vs. Z Fold 3: What’s the difference? At its Unpacked event, Samsung’s rolled out its portfolio update including the Galaxy Z Fold 3, a productivity powerhouse, that has a lower price than its predecessor but remains out of reach starting at $1799....

March 6, 2023 · 4 min · 685 words · Debra Katayama

Samsung Wallet Is Now Available Combines Multiple Services Into One App

Galaxy owners in five markets, including the US, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the UK, can open Samsung Pay or Samsung Pass and follow prompts to integrate with Samsung Wallet. Or they can simply head to the Galaxy Store to download the wallet that way. Eligible Galaxy phones must be Samsung Pay-enabled and be running Android 9 Pie or later. Also: Samsung Wallet: Store cryptocurrency and personal information including vaccine records Additionally, Galaxy owners will be able to store digital car keys and use them with select BMW, Genesis, Hyundai, and Kia models....

March 6, 2023 · 2 min · 342 words · Terry Blanco

Save 55 On The 55 Inch Tcl 4K Uhd Tv Ahead Of The Big Game

Smart TVs continue to get smarter, and those that aren’t technically “smart” TVs typically have a Roku or Fire Stick plugged into it. Fortunately for those in the market for a TV, this TCL 55-inch TV has built-in Roku technology that uses voice control that works with Siri, Alexa, and Google. This TV is highlighted by its 4K Ultra HD picture featuring advanced 4K upscaling to make your shows, movies, and video games show in extreme clarity....

March 6, 2023 · 2 min · 266 words · Elizabeth Starr

Screen Plays Double Duty Projectors Beam Displays To The Desktop

Projection technology has long held promise because its source can be embedded into small devices. However, companies have struggled to make the projection surface – typically large, distant, and colored pure white or black – useful for everyday work. Today, two companies are taking advantage of ultra short throw projectors to blend projection and productivity. Splay There’s been no shortage of portable monitors to make it through the crowdfunding crucible; more than one have claimed to be the thinnest in their class....

March 6, 2023 · 3 min · 429 words · Alissa Biggs

Security Researchers Warn Of Phishing Attempts Against Officials Helping Refugees

Detailed by Proofpoint, it’s believed the attack exploited a compromised personal email account belonging to a member of the Ukrainian armed forces, which was then used to send targeted phishing attacks to European government workers tasked with managing transportation in Europe, as Ukrainian refugees flee the Russian invasion. The aim of the attacks is likely to be an attempt to gain intelligence from within NATO member countries. Researchers have tentatively linked the campaign to a hacking group known as TA445, part of a wider operation known as UNC1151, which has previously been linked to the government of Belarus....

March 6, 2023 · 3 min · 564 words · Irene Benton

Senate Passes Cybersecurity Act Forcing Orgs To Report Cyberattacks Ransom Payments

The Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act passed by unanimous consent on Tuesday after being introduced on February 8 by Senators Rob Portman and Gary Peters, ranking member and chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. The act combines pieces of the Cyber Incident Reporting Act, the Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2021, and the Federal Secure Cloud Improvement and Jobs Act – all of which were authored by Peters and Portman and advanced out of committee before floundering....

March 6, 2023 · 5 min · 889 words · Christopher Rodriguez

Servicenow Q3 Shines As It Rides Digital Transformation Workflow Automation Trends

The company reported third quarter revenue of $1.512 billion, up 31% from a year ago, with earnings of 31 cents a share. Non-GAAP earnings for the third quarter were $1.55 a share. Wall Street was expecting third quarter revenue of $1.475 billion with non-GAAP earnings of $1.38 cents a share. ServiceNow said it now has 1,266 customers with more than $1 million in annual contract value, up 25% from a year ago....

March 6, 2023 · 2 min · 246 words · Jane Mcconnell

Servicenow Releases Guidance On Access Control List Misconfigurations

In a report released on Wednesday, AppOmni explained that the common misconfigurations come from a “combination of customer-managed ServiceNow ACL configurations and overprovisioning of permissions to guest users.” A ServiceNow spokesperson told ZDNet that this is a “well-known” issue that happens when end users do not apply recommended configuration and governance controls to their SaaS platforms. “ServiceNow regularly publishes security configuration and best practice guidance to help our customers. We recommend that customers continuously monitor their security settings and user permissions to ensure that their instances are configured as intended, with an emphasis on permission levels for external users,” the spokesperson said....

March 6, 2023 · 2 min · 391 words · Barbara Brown