Thursday 17 October 2013

Microsoft promises faster certification for Windows 8.1 applications



Windows certification
Microsoft promises faster certification for Windows 8.1 applications. The Windows Store will continue to host the Windows 8 applications.

Next week, Microsoft began marketing and public dissemination of Windows 8.1. This launch will be accompanied by a new Windows Store to allow such users to more easily find applications. Bing will play a role at this level since the Redmond states that recommendation Bing engine will be added to make suggestions on applications and games based on previous installations, from the community and other criteria.

 Windows – Store support developers, Microsoft also promises a faster process for their applications to certify and undertakes that it shall not exceed five days to get the approval. It will be “a day or two for many applications submitted for Windows 8.1”.

Microsoft encourages the rest of the developers to take advantage of new features in Windows 8.1 which updates the applications are automatically available to users as well as new offerings in the application. A Windows Store, which will also support vouchers. However, the Windows Store will continue to offer apps for Windows 8 and they run on Windows 8.1.

Update for the HTC One soon!



HTC One Max
Top Smartphone HTC One should receive the update to Android 4.3 and Sense 5.5 later this month. This provides many new features. The new HTC One Max already comes with the update in to the market soon.

HTC brings shortly after the announcement of its new Smartphones HTC One Giant Max the current Android version 4.3 and the new version of Sense also own user area on the HTC one. The update will be distributed in late October, 2013, according to the sources.

Thus, users of the HTC One can use the improved multi-user feature of Android 4.3. Also supports the latest version of OpenGL ES 3.0. Equipping its Smartphones with HTC’s own Sense interface HTC one will strongly hold its foot in the market of Smartphone technology.

Among the new features; in version 5.5 include an improved flash - feed feature. Flashing Feed shows the user the latest news on the home screen and status messages from Facebook and Twitter posts. Now, users can also integrate Instagram and Google Plus notifications in the stream. And he can also download up to 120 messages in order to be able to read it in offline mode.

Flashing Feed can be switched off completely in the new version of Sense. So far only given by Blink feed news sources could be involved in the ticker. With the sense - update, it is now also possible to users to integrate their own RSS feed sources in flash. In the video highlights; users can now choose their own music and determine the selection of the images better.

The function cuts out photos and video highlights a short video clip. So far, the music selection was limited to some of HTC built-in songs. HTC Sense 5.5 shown with the launch of the new HTC One Max for the first time. The 5.9 - inch Smartphone comes with almost identical hardware as the HTC one, but has not yet installed on the back of a fingerprint scanner. So even if the phone is unlocked and up to three different functions are controlled with different fingerprints.

Wednesday 16 October 2013

5 Security Steps To Be Taken After Installing Windows



Windows 8 security steps
As you all know windows operating system is been used by millions and millions of pc users. It has occupied 92% of the pc used all over the world. The drawback is that most of us use pirated version of windows which has a lot of security issues associated with it. Here are some useful security advices in order to effectively use your operating system.
1. TURN ON AUTOMATIC UPDATES
It is very important to check on whether the automatic updates are switched on after installing your windows. As the operating system you are using is periodically put to test by the manufacturer of your os ie, Microsoft. Updates play a vital role even in case of pirated versions so that your operating system functions in an efficient manner and your pc will not be prone to be hacked.
2. INSTALL AN ANTIVIRUS
The second most important security to be taken after the installation of your operating system which is avoided by most of the users is to install an antivirus. Antivirus software protects your pc from malwares and enables you to scan your devices and softwares before you install them. As the world in which your pc prevails is very dangerous and it becomes prone to a lot of problems and viruses and you can find a lot of security measures(antivirus) in the same world too.
3. UPDATE YOUR SOFTWARES
Be aware that the software you are using up to date and make sure that they are latest version. You may download various software and files from internet and you may need latest software in your system even to open the downloaded software. The main reason for using updated version of software is that the hackers won’t be so well versed with the latest version of the software and you are prevented from being prone to be hacked.
4. USE LATEST BROWSERS
Be sure that the browser you are using is the latest version and up to date. Most of the windows users will have internet explorer 6 as their default browser and they don’t get chance to update their browser so that it is a better idea to change their default browser to latest and popular ones such as Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox as the older version of browser you are using have many number of loop holes and they become more prone to hacking.
5. MAKE YOUR PC PASSWORD PROTECTED AND SPEED UP YOUR WINDOWS
As soon as you install your windows operating system setup password enabled security controls so that files you have in your pc can’t be accessed by any one physically and also setup parental controls for your pc. Setting up password protection for your pc helps you to prevent you from loss of data and files. There are much software’s available in the internet for increasing the speed of your windows operating system. To increase the speed of your os all you need to do is to download the software and install it.

The Importance of Lenovo Security Software on Lenovo FDE Drives

Does your new Lenovo computer have an FDE drive? Lenovo FDE drives are full disk encrypted hard disk drives that make it virtually impossible for unauthorized users to boot up your computer and steal your data. An encrypted hard disk doesn't necessarily mean you don't need Lenovo security software though.
While FDE drives are highly recommended to individuals and enterprise organizations alike, you still need to protect your computer from other threats. For example, spyware can still sneak onto your system, record your keystrokes, and report back to cybercriminals. Disk encryption does not protect computers from viruses, spyware, phishing schemes, and other threats; it encrypts the data stored on the drive so that if the computer is stolen, the data is unreadable.
Because these threats still exist, make sure to invest in an antivirus and anti-spyware solution from a reputable developer such as TrendMicro, McAfee, Symantec, or Sophos. As always, update your Internet security software and use care when downloading software, clicking unsolicited links, or responding to email messages that look like they're from a financial institution.
In addition to adding traditional security software to a Lenovo computer with FDE, enterprise organizations can use special server security software to manage Lenovo encryption across their Lenovo workstations and laptops. For example, WinMagic's SecureDoc for Lenovo allows for the centralized management of all of a company's encrypted devices including Lenovo ThinkPads, Macintosh laptops, Linux computers, encrypted USB drives, and so on.
When you have just one ThinkPad to manage, full disk encryption along with a good Internet security suite combine to protect your data from theft, viruses, and spyware. When you have an entire network of them, it managing encryption becomes more complex. Because of this complexity and the added benefits server security software offers, it's smart to choose a consolidated encryption management solution.
Full disk encryption for Lenovo computers on its own is a good start, but it's not enough. Beef up protection by adding stronger forms of Lenovo security software.
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Daniel Gail is an author and expert in the world of business security. He wrote this article to inform his readers on the importance of Lenovo security software on Lenovo FDE drives.

Acer All-in -One PC with Android with 24 -inch display!



Acer DA241 HL
Acer has introduced the Da241 HL their first All-in -One PC based on Android. Reminiscent of a giant tablet device comes with a 24 -inch display and a Tegra 3 processor for 430 Euros in the market.

 The Taiwanese manufacturer Acer introduced their first all-in -one PC (AIOPC) with the Android mobile operating system on the market. The device with the somewhat unwieldy name Da241 HL has a 24 -inch screen and comes with Android version 4.2.2.

 The display has a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels; the brightness is Acer with 250 cd / m². The touch screen recognizes only two inputs at once and is protected by reflective glass. The viewing angle is 178 degrees.

It comes with Tegra 3 processor and single- band WLAN. Inside the AIOPCs a Tegra 3 quad-core processor from Nvidia, which is clocked at 1.6 GHz, works. The RAM is 1 GB in size, the flash memory 16 GB. A slot for micro - SD card is installed.

The device supports Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, so only at the frequency of 2.4 MHz. A connection for a LAN cable is located on the back behind the stand. This can be adjusted between 20 and 75 degrees. Other connections include two USB ports and a Micro- USB port. On a conventional HDMI port of AIOPC can be used as a monitor for HDMI sources such as traditional PCs or game consoles.

Smartphones and tablets are connected via a built-in MHL adapter. On the front is a 2 megapixel camera for video calling is installed. For the music, it is provided by two stereo speakers, a microphone is also built. The Da241 HL is 608 x 415 x 74 mm and weighs 6.54 kg. The device is available now for 430 Euro.