Hello! Anybody know, how can I remove the influence of level lighting on the color of my effect? I tryed use Unlit material and Eye Adaptaion node, its almost nothing do. You can see in the picture that my laser is red in the shadows, in the light it is yellow. But real color is red.If you played games like Path of Exile 2, you could see, that blue lightning always blue on the all levels.

RAUM transforms an introverted holiday retreat in Brittany into a main residence embraced by a gardenDuring the Covid-19 pandemic, millions of families worldwide were quarantined indoors; the joy of gathering suddenly inaccessible. For RAUMs clients, who lived in the city, it became apparent in this period of enforced lockdowns and restrictions that frequent access to family and nature was both important and desirable. They commissioned the Nantes-based practice to transform their former holiday home in Quiberon, a small peninsular town in Morbihan, in the south of Brittany, into a main residence.Like its neighbours, which feature traditional stone walls, slate roofs and modestly sized apertures, the house is unassuming upon approach. While the street facade remains mostly untouched, a long wing with full-height glazed walls sits at the back of the house, perpendicular to the existing structure. The renovation retains the original character and inherent introversion of the old house, explains RAUM co-founder Julien Perraud, and its extension is instead totally open to the garden. This connection between living space and landscape is the crux of the design intent. Despite the architects aim to radically modify the house with the extension, its architecture still pays homage to the Breton vernacular, boasting a heavy pitched slate roof which mimics the existing volume. Having worked in Brittany for many years, RAUM prides itself on collaborating with local craftsmen. Working with specialist slate roofers, as they did for the swimming pool in Saint-Men-Le-Grand, the architects see the new roof as an outward celebration of local craft.Making use of the different environments offered by the existing structure and extension, the architects have created a playful spatial sequence within. The more intimate spaces (five bedrooms and three bathrooms), are nestled at the front of the house, using the thermal mass and built-in privacy of the stone walls. They are connected by a modest sitting room, just behind the former front door, and an elegant brushed-metal spiral staircase. A new opening at the back of this room draws attention to the rear of the house, bathed in natural light. A book-filled corridor leads to the kitchen at the heart of the reworked ground floor, it nurtures the owners love for cooking and to the expansive living and dining space, enclosed on three sides by full-height glazed walls that frame a maturing garden. Throughout the extensions interior, RAUM have used dark wood and neutral tones, inviting the eye to look out into the landscape. Perraud explains the stained pine of the ceiling, columns and fittings provides continuity with the slate monolith roof, emphasising its heaviness while contrasting with the large openings. Although the extension is open and airy, the floor-to-ceiling height is the same as in the existing building. The dark ceiling that hangs over the living space helps to retain a sense of intimacy.The garden itself, co-designed with landscape designers Coache-Lacaille, hugs the extension with meandering pockets of lush vegetation, fulfilling the clients desire to have a more intimate connection to nature in their everyday. The living room, the most used space of the home, is pulled as deeply into the garden as permitted by local planning constraints. The large sliding glass doors provide immediate access to the outdoors, ideal for summer barbecues and family gatherings: a cherished, post-Covid luxury.

close Windows Defender Security Center scam: How to protect your computer from fake pop-ups Tech expert Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson says a tech support scam used a fake Windows Defender pop-up, tricking the victim to call and download software. Experiencing a Windows 11 boot loop can be incredibly frustrating, transforming your computer into a seemingly endless cycle of restarts that disrupts productivity. When your system continuously fails to load the login screen and instead repeatedly attempts to restart, you're facing a critical technical issue that demands immediate attention.This persistent reboot problem can stem from various causes. So, what do you do? Let's look at some ways to diagnose and resolve the Windows 11 boot loop, helping you restore your computer's functionality and get back to work.IM GIVING AWAY THE LATEST & GREATEST AIRPODS PRO 2Enter the giveaway by signing up for myfree newsletter. Windows 11 PC (Microsoft) (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)What causes a Windows 11 PC to keep restarting?There's no single cause for a Windows 11 PC getting stuck in a reboot loop. A reboot loop can be caused by an issue with your computer's power supply, a malware infection, overheating or even hardware drivers. Here are the different things to check if your Windows 11 laptop or desktop keeps restarting.Fix #1 - Boot your PC in safe mode Step to boot your PC in safe mode (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)When you are troubleshooting any problem on your PC, you should boot your computer in safe mode. If your PC is in safe mode and no longer experiences the restart loop, this means that the default Windows 11 settings and drivers aren't causing the issue. This allows you to narrow down the sources of problems causing your Windows 11 PC to crash, making it easier to troubleshoot. Here's what you need to do to boot in safe mode:Press the Windows Logokey and R at the same timeType msconfig in the boxPress OKUnder Boot Options, click the Safe Boot checkboxWhen your computer restarts, it will automatically restart in safe mode. If your computer restarting is making it difficult to follow these steps, you can also follow these steps at the sign-in screen:Hold the Shift key while clicking the Power iconSelect RestartYour PC will restartOnce your PC restarts, you will see a Chooseoption; click it.Select Advanced OptionsSelect Startup SettingsNow, when your PC restarts, you will be presented with a list of options. Select 4or F4 to start your PC in safe mode. If you need to use the internet while the computer is in safe mode, you can select option 5or press F5.WINDOWS 11 TIPS AND TRICKS YOU DIDN'T KNOW YOU NEEDEDFix #2 - Remove any new softwareIf your automatic rebooting problem began after installing a new app, uninstall that app and monitor your PC. If you still notice your PC restarting, there's a chance that the app has infected your system settings before you uninstalled it. To fix this, you'll need to restore the system. To do a system restore, you should first boot your PC in safe mode and then follow these steps:Open the Control PanelSearch the Control Panel for Recovery Step to remove any new software (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Select RecoveryChoose Open System RestoreClick NextNow you will click on your hard drive and select finish. Your computer will automatically restart.Fix #3 - Make sure your computer isn't overheatingAn overheating laptop or desktop will try to prevent damage to critical hardware components by shutting itself down. This is one of the leading causes of a Windows 11 PC getting stuck in a restart loop. If you've noticed your desktop giving off a lot more heat than usual or a laptop feeling hot to the touch, chances are you have an overheating issue.A computer's CPU and GPU generate the most heat, so I recommend monitoring those hardware pieces to see if they are overheating. You don't need any additional software to monitor the temperatures of your GPU, as some temperature readings are built into Windows 11. Here's how to check your hardware temperatures in Windows 11:Open the Task ManagerClick the second tile, Performance,on the left-hand side of your screenFrom here, you can click GPU, which will show you your GPU temperature. Visual to show overheating on PC (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Unfortunately, the built-in temperature reading doesn't read your CPU temperature, and you'll need to manually go into the UEFI/BIOS to check the temperature without installing any additional software. However, there's a multitude of free-to-use apps that manufacturers have developed to measure your CPU temperature, including Core Temp, HWMonitor or Open Hardware Monitor.When you open one of these monitoring tools, you'll be able to view your PC's stats, including CPU and GPU temperatures and loads. If your CPU or GPU is running too hot, try cleaning the components to remove dust. For custom-built desktops, adding more exhaust fans to the case can improve airflow and cooling. Persistent overheating, especially in older laptops, may indicate that it's time to consider upgrading your machine.TAKE YOUR WINDOWS PC'S SECURITY TO THE NEXT LEVELFix #4 - Check for issues with your PC's power supply Image of a PCs power supply (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)A computer will randomly restart when it has a failing power supply unit (PSU). If you have an issue with your power supply, you'll know if your computer won't restart or turn on. In addition to causing shut-offs and restart loops, a faulty power supply can also cause a blue screen of death error. In severe cases, you might even smell a burning scent or witness smoke coming from your PC's power supply exhaust vent. If you use a laptop with PSU issues, you cannot send your computer to a repair shop or the manufacturer for repair.Desktop PC owners have it a bit easier, assuming they have a pre-built PC that can be altered easily. If you do have a desktop, turn off and unplug your computer before going into the case to investigate if dust build-up is affecting your PSU. If your PSU fails, you must purchase and install a new one.Fix #5 - Scan your PC for viruses Image of a woman working on a PC (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Malware and other viruses are a common cause of a crashing or constantly restarting PC. The easiest way to do this is by using strong antivirus software. Get my picks for the best 2025 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices.If your computer is stuck rebooting, you may need to boot in safe mode in order to run an antivirus application. Here's what you need to do to boot your PC in safe mode with Windows 11:When your computer restarts, at the sign-in screen, press and hold the Shift keyClick PowerClick RestartNow, your computer should act more stable after booting in safe mode, allowing you to run an antivirus scan.10 USEFUL WINDOWS KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS YOU NEED TO KNOWFix #6 - Disable automatic restart Step to disable automatic restart (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)If you have automatic restart enabled in Windows 11, your PC will restart every time it encounters a system failure. You can easily disable this future within the Windows 11 command prompt. Here's what you need to do:Press the Windows key + Ron your keyboardType sysdm.cpl and click OKSelect the Advanced tabUnder Startup and Recovery,click SettingsUnder System Failure, uncheck the box Automatically restartClick OKKeep in mind this isn't a fix for the problem, but it will help you further troubleshoot the restart loop problem by disabling automatic restarts.Fix #7 - Repair your system files Step to repair your system files (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)An issue with your Windows 11 system files may be causing your PC to constantly restart. If you think a corrupted system file is why your PC keeps restarting, there's a quick and easy fix you can do within the Windows Powershell. The System File Checker (SFC) is a built-in tool that will scan your Windows system files for corruption or any other changes. If a system file has been modified, it will automatically replace the file with the correct version. Here's how to run the SFC command:Open the Windows Powershell(or Command Prompt)Type in sfc /scannowPress EnterLeave the command prompt window open until the command completes, which could take some timeIf there's no problem with your Windows system files, after the scan, you'll see a message that says, "Windows Resource Protection did not find any integrity violations." If you instead see a message saying, "Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them," you should try running SFC again but in safe mode.Fix #8 - Check for RAM issues in the command promptYour PC might be restarting itself because it doesn't have access to enough random access memory (RAM). Windows 11 may become unstable without enough RAM in your computer, causing the OS to randomly reboot. You can use the built-in Memory Diagnostics Tool in Windows 11 to check your computer for issues related to RAM. Here's what you need to do:Press the Windows Keyand RType mdsched.exe in the text boxClick OKSelect Restart Now and Check for ProblemsWhen your PC restarts, the Windows Memory Diagnostics Tool will check for any RAM-related issues; if the test detects an error, take note of the error code. You can check the error code online to find the correct fix for that specific error.Kurt's key takeawaysThese are the best fixes for a computer that is constantly restarting. While you can perform these fixes at home, it might be your best bet to send your computer to a repair shop or back to the manufacturer if you continue having an issue with your Windows 11 PC being stuck in a restart loop after these fixes. It also may be time to invest in a new laptop if you are experiencing a system slowdown and random restarting on your Windows 11 PC, but I would recommend trying to fix the problem first before buying a new machine.What was the most challenging computer technical issue you've ever encountered, and how did you resolve it? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/Contact.For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter.Ask Kurt a question or let us know what stories you'd like us to cover.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2024 CyberGuy.com.All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? 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ZDNETAfter months of beta testing, Microsoft officially released its major 2024 update for Windows 11 on October 1. Known asWindows 11 24H2, the latest version enhances theCopilot AI, spruces up File Explorer, promises faster performance and greater stability, and introduces other improvements.Rolling out to eligible Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2 users, the update may appear on your PC's Windows Update screen. If so, you can certainly install it from there. Otherwise, the new version is accessible onMicrosoft's Download Windows 11 page, where you can grab it through the Installation Assistant, installation media, or as an ISO file.Also: No, Microsoft has not 'reversed course' on Windows 11 hardware requirementsBut before you dive into the 2024 update, you may want to reconsider. The new version has been plagued by a variety of bugs that could prevent you from fully using Windows the way you want and expect to.Some of the glitches have been documented by Microsoft, and others have been reported by Windows users. In response, Microsoft hasput the update on hold for problematic PCsthat could encounter blue screens and other issues.To address the barrage of bugs, the company has rolled out three series of patches so far -- one in late October, another in mid-November, and a third on December 10 as part of the monthly Patch Tuesday. A January patch also addressed a conflict with several Ubisoft games.Also:How to upgrade your 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11: Two waysTheOctober updatefixed a few bugs but also created a couple of new ones. TheNovember updateresolved several, but certainly not all, of the outstanding glitches. The December update fixed one specific glitch with certain USB-connected scanners and other devices. The January patch finallyfixed conflicts with the Ubisoft gamesStar Wars Outlaws, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Assassin's Creed Origins, and Assassin's Creed Odyssey.But further bugs have continued to pop up, turning the update into an albatross around Microsoft's neck. Here are just some of the issues you may encounter if you jump to the new version.1. Inability to install future updatesIf you installed the Windows 11 24H2 update through a CD or USB flash drive anytime between Oct. 8, 2024, and Nov. 12, 2024, you may beunable to run any future security updates. That means you're stuck if new vulnerabilities are discovered and you need to patch the OS. The problem doesn't occur if you installed or updated Windows 11 24H2 through Windows Update or the Microsoft Update Catalog website."When using media to install Windows 11, version 24H2, the device might remain in a state where it cannot accept further Windows security updates," Microsoft has explained on itsWindows 11, version 24H2 known issues and notifications page.What's the fix? If you haven't yet run the updates from the past few months for Windows 11 24H2 and want to install them via CD or USB drive, be sure to grab the latest version fromMicrosoft's Download Windows 11 page. If you've already updated Windows 11 24H2 through physical media and can't install the latest patches, be patient. Microsoft is working on a fix for the problem. Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNET2. Auto HDR feature conflict with gamesWindows 11 24H2 users withAuto HDRenabled could find thatmany games fail to display the right colors, while some may not respond at all. Auto HDR tries to enhance the graphics for games by converting standard dynamic range (SDR) content to high dynamic range (HDR). Microsoft has paused the update for affected PCs. If you've already installed the 2024 update, you can sneak past the problem by simply turning off Auto HDR through the display settings in Windows. Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNET3. Conflict with Easy Anti-Cheat online gaming appA program known asEasy Anti-Cheatis automatically installed with some online games to prevent cheating. Windows 11 2024 doesn't play well with this software-- users can experience the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD), at least in rare cases, according to Microsoft.Only devices with Intel's Alder Lake+ processors and vPro platform are affected. Microsoft is working with the developer of Easy Anti-Cheat to resolve the glitch. Until then, those who run this app on PCs with the affected Intel chip should be aware of the conflict. Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNET4. Blue screens in other instancesBeyond the clash with Easy Anti-Cheat, other situations can lead to the BSOD in the Windows 11 2024 update. Intel and Microsoft have discoveredincompatibility issues with certain driversfor Intel Smart Sound Technology (Intel SST) on Intel 11th Gen Core processors. People running the affected driver and Windows 11 24H2 could run into blue screens.Also: Can't quit Windows 10? Microsoft will soon charge for updates. Here's how muchSources told Windows Latest that Microsoft is reportedly aware of a glitch in the 24H2 update that causesblue screening for PCs with certain Western Digital SSDs. This one has affected Lenovo, Asus VivoBook, and other model computers.In another issuespotted by Windows Latest, PCs with Z890 motherboards sold by MSI, Asus, and other vendors can run into blue screens. This occurs most notably on systems with the Core Ultra 200S series and its integrated Xe-LPG graphics. Alyson Windsor/ZDNET5. Disappearing mouse pointerA bug in Windows 11 24H2 and other recent Windows updatescauses the mouse pointer or cursor to vanishin Chromium-based apps such as Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge, according to Windows Latest. The glitch only occurs when you interact with a text input field, though there is a workaround for it, which Windows Latest describes in its article. Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNET6. Internet connection issuesSome people who've installed the Windows 11 2024 update report that theirinternet connections are now glitchy. As discovered byWindows Report, these users seem to be able to connect via Ethernet or Wi-Fi, but they don't receive a valid IP address and therefore can't get an internet or network connection.Also: The best VPN services: Expert testedNeither updating drivers and firmware nor resetting the network connectivity resolves the problem. In certain cases, using a static IP address instead of a dynamic address resolves the issue. Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNET7. Time zone glitchUnless you have administrative privileges in Windows, you may beunable to change the time zoneat the Date & Time screen in Windows Settings. In this case, the time zone option fails to even appear. Microsoft has tagged this bug as mitigated, which means it hasn't been fixed, but there is a workaround. Just head to the old Date and Time setting in Control Panel and change it from there. Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNET8. Broken clipboard historyThe Windows clipboard history is a great tool for storing and syncing a history of copied clipboard items across multiple devices. I've liked this feature ever since Microsoft introduced it in 2018. Alas, the latest Windows 11 update breaks the clipboard history, at least for some people.Also:The best Windows laptops: Expert testedAsspotted by Windows Latest, dozens of users chiming in on different online forums report that the tool keeps insisting that the clipboard history is empty, even though they've already copied one or more items to it. Though this bug seems to affect only a small number of users, it was flagged by Windows Insider testers a few months ago. But apparently, Microsoft didn't bother to fix it or didn't fix it properly. Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNET9. Network sharing doesn't workIn another network-related issue triggered by the 24H2 update on some PCs, either the computer or other devices fail to appear in the network list,according to Windows Latest. As a result, you're unable to share files and printers between different PCs.The problem could be related to Function Discovery Resource Publication (FDResPub), which lets Windows 11 remain visible on the network. As a workaround, some people have resolved the glitch by setting FDResPub to start manually instead of automatically.10. Printer issues with ARM-based Copilot+ PCsYet another issue that has been popping up affects people who own Copilot+ PCs. Based on several user reportsspotted by Neowin, some users who upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 are unable to set up or use a printer. The glitch seems to be hitting those with printers made by HP, Canon, Brother, and other manufacturers.Microsoft has posteda support articlehighlighting the problem and offering some workarounds. But at this point, this bug remains unresolved.11. Audio output glitch on some PCsPCs that contain Dirac Audio with a file named cridspapo.dll could bump into audio issues.Dirac Audiois a digital sound technology that improves audio clarity and precision. Some users with this configuration who ran the update say that the integrated speakers, Bluetooth speakers, and Bluetooth headsetshave stopped workingand that first-party and third-party applications no longer recognize these speakers or headsets.As with most of the bugs, Microsoft has paused the update for affected PCs. Once the manufacturer releases a fix, Microsoft promises to offer a new driver through the standard Windows Update process. Dirac12. Outlook may not launch with Google Workspace SyncIn some cases,Microsoft Outlook may fail to load if Google Workspace Sync is installed. This particular Google Workspace Sync tool lets you manage your Google Workspace emails, calendar events, contacts, notes, and tasks directly in Outlook.The specific error that pops up says: "Cannot Start Microsoft Outlook. Cannot Open the Outlook Window. The set of folders cannot be opened. An unexpected error has occurred. MAPI was unable to load the information service..."Microsoft has put a hold on the update for affected users. You may be able to resolve the issue on your own by updating to the latest version of Google Workspace Sync (4.3.68.0). But if the glitch persists, you'll have to contact Google Workspace Support for help. MicrosoftThese are just some of the glitches plaguing Microsoft and its users with the Windows 11 2024 update. Microsoft has listed others on itsKnown Issues and Notifications page.I installed the update on a test Windows 11 PC and have encountered a few of the bugs described here, along with others. A calendar and contact syncing program I use called Sync2Cloud won't run in Windows 11 24H2. Two driver updates from Intel keep failing when I try to install them. Connecting to the PC using Microsoft's Remote Desktop Connection doesn't always work the first time around.Also: You can finally test Microsoft's controversial Recall feature - here's howSome conflicts are expected when Microsoft rolls out a major new Windows update. Even with widescale beta testing, not every potential problem will be found. However, issues like these are still frustrating for those of us who need to use Windows for work and other tasks.The number of bugs in Windows 11 24H2 also seems greater than in past annual Windows updates. The ongoing spread of one bug after another and Microsoft's need to stall the update for many people both point to a problem with this latest update. Until more of these bugs can be squashed, Windows 11 users may want to hold off on the 2024 update and stick with their current version.Windows

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Gmail making the case for you to switchNurPhoto via Getty ImagesRepublished on January 21 with new security advice for those running Microsofts email platforms, including confirmation on end-of-support dates this year.You have been warned. The 2025 threat landscape is set for an AI revolution, and whatever defenses you have in place will almost certainly not be good enough. Nowhere is this more true than with our email platforms at home and especially at work. Email is the most common cyberattack vector for businesses, a new cyber insurance report has just reinforced, serving as the most prevalent initial entry point to launch financial fraud, ransomware, and data breach attacks.Despite all the cyber noise, sometimes a stat or datapoint still has the potential to stand out. And so it is with the latest report from At-Bay, lauding the benefits of email thats more secure by default. Maybe theres some hope after all.At home there are checks you can do that will help you review your settings and make recommendations Googles account security check-up, for example. But at work its more complex, given that many of these settings will fall to your IT department to control. But that flexibility comes at a price. At-Bay strongly recommends transitioning to a cloud-based email solution to mitigate security risks and ensure proactive vulnerability management.Nothing new here but that transition to cloud brings the potential for increasingly game-changing defenses to be built around email and for a rethink as to how these platforms operate. Were not there yet, but this is a step.MORE FOR YOUGmail scores well in the new report its security upgrades in recent years are paying off in the real world data collected from actual cyber insurance claims. Organizations that used Google Workspace, At-Bay says, experienced the lowest frequency of incidents on average. Compared to the overall average, Googles claims frequency was 54% lower. The insurer highlights features included by default that may not be the default setting in other email solutions. These include real-time scanning for phishing emails and malicious attachments, automatic security updates to protect against vulnerabilities, and integrated threat intelligence to proactively identify and respond to potential threats.Gmail might be the largest email provider on our planet with its claimed 2.5 billion users, but Workspace does not dominate at work the way Gmail might at home. The point being that theres no need to play with settings to secure the platform, its a comprehensive and robust security framework out of the box, without requiring additional attention to set up or configure. Harder to run a comp in the wider world, but this enterprise data does provide some evidence this approach is working, and that the defaults are getting better.The question is how this will evolve to cope with new AI threats heading fast in our direction. As Ive commented before, email is a second-rate technology that has not evolved at the same pace as almost everything else. We still see too many blatant threats skip through any and all defenses into our inboxes. Its still to easy for anyone to ping anyone, and new AI innovations make that all the more dangerous by making those threats more realistic.We are now seeing two parallel developments. A hybrid mix of on-device and cloud screening for threats that target our phones in particular, but new AI desktops and laptops can extend this; and new safe browsing innovations that dont only rely on centrally collated lists. Its time for an email rethink that evolves email into a more messenger-like platform, and screens emails for threats to a level that doesnt happen today. This is what Elon Musk has in mind with X-Mail.Realistically, Google and Gmail are best placed to do this first across a huge user base. But in the meantime, these stats are a great ad for fully managed, cloud-based email at home and at work. Whether Gmail or one of the alternatives, if this isnt what youre running today then the numbers would suggest it might be time to switch.On that note, the report from At-Bay will be interesting to those administering SMB or enterprise email, where traditional choices may now give way to managed alternatives for the first time. Now, as reported by Bleeping Computer, Microsoft has reminded admins that Exchange 2016 and Exchange 2019 will reach the end of extended support in October and shared guidance for those who need to decommission outdated servers.For those on extended support, this could well be an opportunity to explore alternatives whether from Microsoft or others to the traditional approaching of rolling forwards the same or next-gen option. Microsoft confirms that customer installations of Exchange 2016 and Exchange 2019 will of course continue to run after October 14, 2025; however, due to the upcoming end of support date and potential future security risks, we strongly recommend customers act now. The company suggests migrating to Exchange Online or Microsoft 365.Migrating to the cloud is the best and simplest option to help you retire your Exchange Server deployment, the company says, which is aligned with the cyber advice from At-Bay. When you migrate to the Microsoft cloud, you make a single hop away from an on-premises deployment, and benefit from new features and technologies, including advanced generative AI technologies that are available in the cloud but not on-premises.Microsofts cloud-based solutions provide a material security step-up for organizations still operating on-premise email, and At-Bay is unequivocal in recommending a move away from on-premise. The security step-up includes Exchange Online Protection (EOP), the cloud-based filtering service that protects organizations against spam, malware, phishing and other email threats. EOP is included in all Microsoft 365 organizations that have Exchange Online mailboxes.Listening to the cyber insurance industry when it comes to such decisions clearly makes sense. As TechRadar points out, one of the biggest influences on the state of ransomware in the relatively short period since it really arrived just over ten years ago has been cyber insurance. Though not always to the benefit of victims, years of policy changes and updated requirements for cover have seen it make organizations much more resilient in the long run.

A Yo-Go electric rental buggy is seen parked by the roadside on January 20, 2025 in Fulham, England. ... [+] Ten Neighbourhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs) made by Yo-Go, are on trial in Fulham, West London. Costing 20p per minute to hire and with a top speed of 20mph, the CEO and inventor Sam Bailey sees them as a pollution-free way of travelling. The trial will soon extend to 50 vehicles which the council say can be parked anywhere, free of charge. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)Getty ImagesHas Fulham suddenly turned into a golf course? No, those electric carts are Yo-Gos.Ten of the bright yellow golf-cart style buggies are being trialled until October as part of a micro mobility sharing scheme across a small part of Fulham in London.Call them golf carts, or electric buggies, but Yo-Go calls them Neighbourhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs). They're specifically designed for local journeys, with a maximum speed of 20mph. Because they're lighter than a standard vehicle, they are safer for pedestrians, the company claims.A Yo-Go electric rental buggy is seen parked by the roadside on January 20, 2025 in Fulham, England. ... [+] Ten Neighbourhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs) made by Yo-Go, are on trial in Fulham, West London. Costing 20p per minute to hire and with a top speed of 20mph, the CEO and inventor Sam Bailey sees them as a pollution-free way of travelling. The trial will soon extend to 50 vehicles which the council say can be parked anywhere, free of charge. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThey will cost 20p a minute to rent, but that falls to 10p a minute for members with a 10 a month subscription. Anyone hoping to use a Yo-Go will need to be 25-70 years in age and have held a UK or EU driver's licence for at least two years.Yo-Go versus carsWhile the buggies will operate on a similar sharing model to bike schemes such as those operated by Transport for London and Lime, the company doesn't want to dislodge active travel but prevent trips by cars, which are often relatively short.MORE FOR YOU"What were hoping is that theyll be more of a replacement for cars," Yo-Go's CEO, Dr Sam Bailey, told Southwark News. "What we want to do is create something that feels more familiar, feels like driving something where youve got a seat-belt, youve got a roll cage, youve got a roof, somewhere you can put some luggage so that its sort of an easier swap, if youre a car user, to move to something like this," he added.Driving a Yo-GoSo far, 250 local residents have registered to use the ten buggies, with plans to add another 40 to the fleet. There's so far only one place to pick up the buggies, at Woodlawn Road, and they must be returned to the same spot after the trip.In this photo illustration, a phone displays the Yo-Go app as it rests on the steering wheel of a ... [+] Yo-Go electric rental buggy on January 20, 2025 in Fulham, England. Ten Neighbourhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs) made by Yo-Go, are on trial in Fulham, West London. Costing 20p per minute to hire and with a top speed of 20mph, the CEO and inventor Sam Bailey sees them as a pollution-free way of travelling. The trial will soon extend to 50 vehicles which the council say can be parked anywhere, free of charge. (Photo illustration by Leon Neal/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThat said, the company says the buggies have a 30-40 mile range on a full charge, and some of the NEVs have solar panels in the hopes of extending range by an extra 10 miles, but how effective that is, especially in winter, remains to be seen.They can be taken anywhere on local roads but not on motorways and not yet within the London Congestion Charging zone, though access to central London is in the works. They can be parked and left if running errands, with free parking in any council parking spot.Council plansHammersmith and Fulham, the local council where the trial is happening, has previously slapped down bike sharing companies for cluttering up streets, but Lime and Human Forest both operate there now. The district has also previously had an electric car sharing scheme called Bluecity, but it shut down in 2020 after three years in operation."These innovative electric buggies are another first for Hammersmith and Fulham as they offer residents and businesses an affordable, eco-friendly alternative," a spokesperson for the council said.Golf cart citiesWhile Yo-Go said the pilot was a world first, there are plenty of locations around the world that either allow golf carts on public roads notably golf-course-filled retiree communities in sunny US states, as well as tourist destinations, such as Costa Rica, Belize and Catalina Island in California.Golf cart vehicles in narrow street, Isla Mujeres, Caribbean Coast, Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico. ... [+] (Photo by: Geography Photos/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)Geography Photos/Universal Images Group via Getty ImagesBut there's also Peachtree City in Georgia, which has long used golf carts for mobility on public streets, and they're used in some parts of China on public roads.Weirdly, it makes sense for crowded urban areas where short trips are common. Golf cars are slower and lighter, meaning they're less of a threat to pedestrians. When they're electric, they have no pollution at the point of use. And they're smaller, taking up less room on the road and for parking. Plus, the average driving speed in London is about 9mph more powerful vehicles are largely wasted.As Yo-Go noted on its website: "The stats speak for themselves. Transport is the largest source of UK greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for 26% of total emissions. Road traffic is the biggest source of air pollution, and across London an estimated 1,000 people die each year due to poor air quality.""But we can change this," it added. "If every car in Hammersmith & Fulham drove just 5 miles less per week it would remove more than 10 million miles of traffic from the Borough's roads each year."As Bailey notes, Yo-Go shouldn't be a replacement for bikes but if every car in London was an electric cart, the city would be a very different place indeed.

Key TakeawaysThe European Commission demands internal documentation and access to Xs commercial APIs related to content moderation and account virality.The investigation accused Musk of meddling in German politics by expressing support for AfD in a livestream ahead of Germanys February 23 elections.Initial findings of the commission suggest that Elon Musks DSA-defined VLOP has not fulfilled its obligations, pointing to issues like paid-for verification.The European Commission has intensified its investigation against Elon Musk-owned X for potential violations of the EUs Digital Services Act (DSA). It has now demanded access to Xs recommendation algorithms, along with data about any recent changes made to it, by February 15, 2025.The commission has demanded Xs commercial APIs and Internal documentation related to content moderation and account virality. The requested APIs include certain technical interfaces that allow direct fact-finding. This is intended to help the Commission service in the complex assessment under the DSA of systemic risks and their mitigation.In addition to that, a retention order has been passed requiring these documents to be preserved for the period between 17 January 2025 and 31 December 2025 except if the commissions ongoing investigation is concluded before that.We are committed to ensuring that every platform operating in the EU respects our legislation, which aims to make the online environment fair, safe, and democratic for all European citizens. Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice-President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and DemocracyAs for the DSAs initial investigation, it was found that X, formerly Twitter, is the platform with the largest ratio of mis/disinformation posts, alleging that the platform failed to meet its responsibilities as a VLOP (very large online platform), as defined by DSA.VLOPs are search engines or platforms that have more than 45 million users per month.The Underlying Political ContextThis investigation was initiated after EC claimed that X had been used to disseminate disinformation about the Hamas/Israel conflict through fake/ manipulated images, leading to the circulation of false news among the masses and violence.Recently, Musk hosted a livestream with AfDs Chancellor candidate, Alice Weidel, and publicly expressed his support for the party. This involvement in German local politics was frowned upon by politicians like Chancellor Olad Scholz who described this meddling as completely unacceptable.This controversy raised suspicions about whether X has been favoring pro-AfDs posts on the platform. However, when asked about the timing correlation between the investigation and elections, Thomas Regnier, EUs spokesperson, denied the claims. He said that these steps are independent of political considerations or any specific recent events.He further clarified that Musks interference has nothing to do with this decision. This investigation is only to gain additional information to understand Xs recommender systems better.Germanys election is to be held on February 23. Itll be interesting to see if DSA is able to find something fishy in this whole investigation in the limited time it has from 15-23 February and take action to stop it.Add Techreport to Your Google News Feed Get the latest updates, trends, and insights delivered straight to your fingertips. Subscribe now! Subscribe now Vlad is Tech Report's Executive Editor. With over a decade of experience in tech content, he's passionate about computer hardware, an advocate of online privacy, and strongly believes in the open-source, scarce-money nature of cryptocurrency.When hes not working, hes traveling with his partner and their cat, learning Python, or reading good books. He never owned a PC he did not build. View all articles by Vlad Melnic Our editorial processThe Tech Reporteditorial policyis centered on providing helpful, accurate content that offers real value to our readers. We only work with experienced writers who have specific knowledge in the topics they cover, including latest developments in technology, online privacy, cryptocurrencies, software, and more. Our editorial policy ensures that each topic is researched and curated by our in-house editors. We maintain rigorous journalistic standards, and every article is 100% written byreal authors.

In brief: Dasung, the company behind many popular and cutting-edge e-ink products, has just launched a new portable display called the Paperlike 103. What's interesting about this 10.3-inch screen is that despite using e-ink technology, it offers a 60Hz refresh rate. While e-ink monitors offer some benefits over the usual LCD models, they tend to come with low refresh rates of anything between 10Hz and 40Hz. Dasung's Paperlike 103 offers a more typical 60Hz refresh rate. While that's pretty much unheard of in today's world of gaming monitors that are reaching up to 750Hz, it's still a big improvement over the usual slow e-ink screens.As for its other specs, the Paperlike 103 features a 1,872 x 1,404 resolution and a 4:3 aspect ratio. There's also a dual-tone front light with adjustable warm, cool, and mixed light settings, designed to reduce eye strain when staring at the screen for hours on end.The Paperlike 103 also comes with Auto-Clear technology for reducing ghosting, capacitive touch support for screen navigation, and an ultra-thin aluminum alloy CNC body. There are several physical buttons, too, for altering the likes of the brightness and turning the screen on and off.Connectivity is via Type-C, allowing users to connect to computers, phones, and other devices. There's support for Windows and Linux, along with different screen modes such as mirroring and extending. Sina reports that the display costs 1,999 yuan, which is $273.In addition to the paper-like display and no blue light emission that make them great for reading, e-ink monitors only use power during screen updates, meaning they consume little power. They're also glare-free and offer excellent outdoor visibility.While we now have several color e-ink monitors, these colors are still lacking in their accuracy compared to traditional monitors. There are also the lower resolutions and lack of backlighting, which can make them hard to read in dim environments.Pushing e-ink monitors' refresh rates to 60Hz could encourage more adoption. The Dasung Paperlike 103 isn't the first to boast this spec: the Modos Paper Monitor from last year also reaches 60Hz. // Related StoriesDasung launched what it called the world's first color e-ink monitor in 2023 for $1,650. A year later, it introduced a portable variant for $850.

In brief: We've heard plenty of reports about Apple AirTags and Tile trackers being used by people to find stolen items. It's a trend that hasn't gone unnoticed by Colorado's Arvada Police department, who are giving the trackers away for free to members of the public in a bid to reduce car thefts. Since their arrival in 2021, AirTags have been popular among both those committing crimes and those trying to prevent them. CBS Colorado reports that the Arvada Police Department has a lot of faith in the devices' ability to track stolen cars, which is why it has been giving them out free.Although the report focuses on Apple's AirTags, the APD also handed out Tile trackers during its first giveaway (the next one will take place in April).Those who receive a AirTag or Tile also get a sticker for their vehicle that warns would-be thieves that it is tracker-equipped and can be tracked by police if stolen. The report notes that the police do not have access to the car owner's tracker location once it is installed in a vehicle it will be up to the owner to provide location details to police if their vehicle is stolen.A single Apple AirTag costs $29, or $99 for a four pack. The Tile Mate is $25 for a single pack, the Tile Slim is $35, and a two pack of Tile Pro trackers is $60. It's unclear how many tracking devices the police force is giving away, but the department no doubt believes the cost of investigating vehicle thefts is higher than buying a few hundred trackers.Ironically, there were reports in 2021 of thieves placing AirTags on cars parked in public places. The devices were attached to out-of-sight spots, including trailer hitches, bumpers, and gas caps. Thieves then tracked the vehicles until they stopped in a suitable location to steal, such as the victims' residences. // Related StoriesWe've also seen stories about AirTags being used by the DEA to track suspected narcotics equipment. One was used to find a lost $8,000 bike, a carpenter turned to the devices to locate a stash of stolen tools worth millions, and a victim tracked down mail thieves through the tracking tech. On the flip side, a 2024 study showed tracking devices were frequently used in organized crime and by domestic violence perpetrators.