Computer Safety & News

IBM Mainframes still provide important legacy support & even support of cloud & other data — where there is a needed fit.  Mainframes are especially suitable for backend processing & plugging into some existing older government or industry standards.  While mainframe processing is less popular & phased out of many companies, IBM still provides support […]

Popular or also tragic events are used as “bait” by malware designers.  Already fake Windows 11 installers are surfacing.  Beta testers should only get trusted version directly from Microsoft Malware Is Being Distributed Via Fake Windows 11 Installers | PCMag Malware is being distributed using a fake Windows 11 installer, according to Kaspersky.  The security firm says […]

SANS ISC shared that “REG” file extensions used to update Windows registry can contain malicious scripts or code … avoid processing these odd type extensions if seen in email or links  Infected With a .reg File (sans.edu) Today, I spotted another file that is also interesting: A Windows Registry file (with a “.reg” extension). Such […]

This recent “Dear Abby” shares how those in foreign countries may prey upon older & lonely individuals.   Many want to believe but later lose $$$ thru wired transactions, untraceable gift cards, credit/bank cards, etc.  These scammers are among top in social engineering & always be careful as most remote relationships are dangerous & even fraudulent […]

Beta testing requires good technical knowledge & best done on a spare device.  Win11 will also work best on newer devices esp. with new TPM 2.0 requirement How to get Windows 11 | PCWorld You’ll need two things: first, a PC that meets the minimum hardware specifications of Windows 11. Second, you’ll need to join the Windows Insider program […]

Consolidated & streamlined services are planned for the new CISA Vulnerability Disclosure Policy (VDP) Platform.  Many GOVT services provide security services/info to public & VDP will help centralize these services more efficiently & effectively in future CISA Announces New Vulnerability Disclosure Policy (VDP) Platform | CISA Last fall, we issued the final version of Binding Operational Directive […]

Microsoft Releases First Windows 11 Beta | PCMag Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22000.100 | Windows Insider Blog UPDATE 7/29: We are very excited to announce we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22000.100 to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel! We highly recommend Insiders in the Beta Channel check out this blog post from […]

“Work from Home” (WFH) opportunities proved to effective & helped in 2020 to stabilize USA economy & key services.  They are also good for the employee, as long as a “good day’s work” is rendered day-to-day support remains effective.  They are likely here to stay into the future offering flexibility to both employer & employees […]

Azure Firewall Premium is a more secure version with highly advanced security features just became available recently Azure Firewall Premium Becomes Generally Available — Redmondmag.com Azure Firewall – Cloud Network Security | Microsoft Azure Azure Firewall Premium (Public Preview) Built-in TLS Inspection for customer’s selected encrypted applications Ability to detect and block malicious traffic through […]

COVID-19 created the “work from home” paradigm which has decentralized controls from the office setting.  While all of us should use corporate equipment for business use only, some users may increase use thru personal use as well.  Security protection & awareness are constantly required. Security Tops IT Pro Concerns with Shift to Remote Work, Study […]