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Windows on Steam Deck from Tom’s Hardware

Posted by on Mar 16, 2022 in Blog | Comments Off on Windows on Steam Deck from Tom’s Hardware

For those interested in Valve’s Steam Deck handheld gaming system with Windows 10 installed. Windows on Steam Deck from Tom’s Hardware...

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‘China’s Silicon Valley’ Locked down, could affect supply chains

Posted by on Mar 14, 2022 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on ‘China’s Silicon Valley’ Locked down, could affect supply chains

The Chinese government has acted decisively today to try and stem a Covid-19 outbreak in Shenzhen, a city of 17.5 million people that borders Hong Kong. The metropolis has now gone into total lockdown, which means people must work at home if they can; otherwise, all businesses must “suspend production.” Shenzhen is a well-known tech and finance hub, and impacts on the former may send a shock through the IT industry supply chain. Commodities analyst Eric Yeung shared the official notice from the Shenzhen Epidemic Prevention and Control Department. He also commented, “RIP US supply chain.” The message says that essential organizations delivering medical, food, and fuel supplies may continue, but all non-essential businesses and services must close. The lockdown, started today, has a preliminary end date of March 20. However, the lockdown experience suggests the government can shift the date further into the month. The Associated Press has more background on the lockdown and the period leading up to China’s entire Shenzhen lockdown decision. It notes that 60 new cases of Covid were recorded in Shenzhen on Sunday, and this number was sufficient to nudge the government to implement a complete lockdown. China will immediately start a testing program, and the AP reports this means all 17.5 million who live in the metropolis will undergo three rounds of testing. Of course, as well as ceasing business activities, people must stay put to avoid spreading the virus, so bus services and so on are suspended in the region. Just 60 cases might sound quite a small number, but the government must tackle a virus with the potential for exponential spread with the greatest haste and care. For example, neighboring Hong Kong has recently succumbed to a significant wave of infections, with more than 32,000 cases diagnosed on Sunday, as well as 190 deaths. Compare that with the 60 cases in Shenzhen and 1,412 cases reportedly across the whole of China’s mainland. And, let’s be real, 60 officially reported cases likely isn’t the same as 60 actual cases. It isn’t the first lockdown for the region and it doesn’t look like it will be the last pandemic-caused lockdown of a vital tech hub in China, especially as the trigger number of infections seems to be relatively low. We reported on an “emergency mode” lockdown covering Xi’an, China, in December. This area is home to two Samsung NAND fabs and essential semiconductor firms like Powertech Technology (PTI) and Micron Technology. Thankfully, there doesn’t seem to have been much fallout from that lockdown. However, speaking of NAND, the WD/Kioxia Japan manufacturing process  contamination accident appears to have had much more of an impact on supplies and, potentially,...

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Internet Explorer has a new bug that can allow someone to take over your entire PC so stop using it now!

Posted by on Sep 24, 2019 in Blog | Comments Off on Internet Explorer has a new bug that can allow someone to take over your entire PC so stop using it now!

Don’t use Internet Explorer!!

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What are the common types of computer viruses? What to watch out for and what they do.

Posted by on Oct 24, 2018 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off on What are the common types of computer viruses? What to watch out for and what they do.

What are the common types of computer viruses? What to watch out for and what they do.

What are the common types of computer viruses? What to watch out for and what they do.

The Boot Sector Virus

From a user perspective, boot sector viruses are some of the most dangerous. Because they infect the master boot record, they are notoriously difficult to remove, often requiring a full system format. This is especially true if the virus has encrypted the boot sector or excessively damaged the code.

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Here are the new features in the Windows 10 October 2018 v1809 update.

Posted by on Sep 27, 2018 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off on Here are the new features in the Windows 10 October 2018 v1809 update.

Here are the new features in the Windows 10 October 2018 v1809 update.

Microsoft will start rolling out the next major feature update for Windows 10 next month. Called as Windows 10 October 2018 v1809 Update, the Windows 10 v1809 brings in a host of new features and improvements.

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Use the Windows 10 Photos App to quickly resize images.

Posted by on Sep 6, 2018 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off on Use the Windows 10 Photos App to quickly resize images.

Use the Windows 10 Photos App to quickly resize images.

The Windows Photos app comes already installed in Windows 10. This app is for viewing images and performing basic editing tasks. But in addition to editing images, splitting videos or merging them together, the Windows Photos app comes with a Resize option that allows the changing of the image dimensions and reduces the file size as desired.

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Why you should use an ergonomic keyboard and mouse…..

Posted by on Aug 2, 2018 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off on Why you should use an ergonomic keyboard and mouse…..

Why you should use an ergonomic keyboard and mouse…..

Did you know that just by swapping your standard keyboard or mouse to an ergonomic design that you could help prevent repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) that are a result from persistent keyboard usage? Designed with comfort and productivity in mind, ergonomic keyboards and mice are fast becoming an office essential.

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Best Windows 10 To-Do list apps….

Posted by on Jul 31, 2018 in Blog | Comments Off on Best Windows 10 To-Do list apps….

Best Windows 10 To-Do list apps….

Stay organized with the best to-do list apps for Windows 10. We’ve done the heavy lifting for you and put together a list of the best to-do list apps currently available

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Test Your Internet Speed Right From Google….

Posted by on Sep 29, 2016 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off on Test Your Internet Speed Right From Google….

Test Your Internet Speed Right From Google….

Google is trying out a way for people to check your internet speed by simply typing “check internet speed” into search.

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How To Disable Ink Workspace in Windows 10 If You Don’t Have Touch Or Want It….

Posted by on Sep 16, 2016 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off on How To Disable Ink Workspace in Windows 10 If You Don’t Have Touch Or Want It….

How To Disable Ink Workspace in Windows 10 If You Don’t Have Touch Or Want It….

Ink is a new function of Windows 10 Anniversary update that makes writing on a touch screen consistent across apps. Here’s how to disable Ink on your system so it’s not wasting space or resources if you don’t have touch.

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