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Gmail ‘Suddenly’ Stops Working—New Warning As Google Update Goes Wrong
AppWizard
November 7, 2024

Gmail ‘Suddenly’ Stops Working—New Warning As Google Update Goes Wrong

Pixel users are experiencing significant app malfunctions on Android 15, particularly with Gmail, due to issues stemming from a recent Google Play update. Many users report that their devices indicate "Google Play Services is not supported," rendering both first and third-party applications inoperative. Error messages related to Google Play Services being unavailable or outdated have been noted, and the problems may extend beyond Pixel devices. Users have attempted various troubleshooting steps, including factory resets, with mixed results. Some users are advised to opt out of the Google Play services beta and restart their devices, but this solution has not been universally effective.
Microsoft reveals how Windows 10 and Windows 11 block keyloggers
Winsage
September 27, 2024

Microsoft reveals how Windows 10 and Windows 11 block keyloggers

In the early 2000s, third-party antivirus solutions dominated Windows operating system security until Microsoft introduced Security Essentials in 2009, which evolved into a comprehensive security product. With the launch of Windows 8, Security Essentials transitioned to Windows Defender, which further developed into a suite of security products for Windows 10 and 11. Microsoft Defender Antivirus protects users against threats like keyloggers and screen scrapers using artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the Microsoft Intelligent Security Graph. Key protection mechanisms include Secure Boot, Trusted Boot, and Measured Boot for system verification, multiple detection engines for malware identification, Tamper Protection to prevent malware from altering security features, and Microsoft Defender SmartScreen to block malware downloads. Microsoft recommends using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for enhanced security.
Rhino Linux 2024.2 horns in on Microsoft Windows 11
Winsage
September 1, 2024

Rhino Linux 2024.2 horns in on Microsoft Windows 11

Rhino Linux has released version 2024.2, aimed at users considering a switch from Windows 11. Key updates include a new Unicorn theme that enhances the desktop environment, a revamped Setup Wizard with more options, containerization features, a new package manager, and a night shift mode. The package management system, Pacstall, has been updated with new commands and improved search capabilities. Additional enhancements include corrections to the GRUB bootloader display and updated Linux kernels for better hardware support, including for Pine64 and Raspberry Pi. The new version is available for download.
Microsoft investigates a patch breaking dual-boot PCs
Winsage
August 22, 2024

Microsoft investigates a patch breaking dual-boot PCs

Microsoft is addressing issues from a security patch for a two-year-old vulnerability (CVE-2022-2601) in the GRUB open-source boot loader, which has caused crashes on dual-boot systems running Windows and Linux. The patch was intended to fix a buffer overflow vulnerability that could allow unauthorized access during system startup. Despite Microsoft's advisory stating that the latest Windows builds are not affected when using GRUB2, users reported problems booting their Linux distributions after the update. Microsoft acknowledged the issue and is working with Linux partners to resolve it. Users have shared workarounds, including disabling Secure Boot and deleting the SBAT policy. Separately, the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added the ProxyLogon vulnerability (CVE-2021-31196) in Microsoft Exchange Server to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog, highlighting ongoing exploitation despite a patch released in July 2021.
How to Dual-Boot Windows 11 and Linux Ubuntu on your PC
Winsage
August 4, 2024

How to Dual-Boot Windows 11 and Linux Ubuntu on your PC

Dual booting allows the installation and running of two operating systems on a single computer. This guide focuses on setting up Windows 11 alongside Linux Ubuntu. 1. Preparation: Download installation images for Windows 11 and Linux Ubuntu, ensuring compatibility with your processor's architecture. Create bootable media using the Media Creation Tool for Windows 11 and balenaEtcher for Linux Ubuntu. 2. Configuring the BIOS: Access the BIOS and set the USB drive as the primary boot device. 3. Installing Windows 11: Boot from the Windows 11 USB, select preferences, and follow installation prompts. Create a new partition for Windows 11 without deleting existing partitions. 4. Installing Linux Ubuntu: After installing Windows 11, boot from the Ubuntu USB, select preferences, and choose the “Something else” option for custom installation. Set the partition type to “Primary” and format it as “Ext4,” assigning the mount point to “/.” Create a swap partition based on RAM size. 5. Configuring GRUB: Restart the computer to access the GRUB bootloader. If GRUB does not appear, hold the Shift key or manually configure it using Terminal commands to set the timeout and enable the menu for OS selection. 6. Testing the Dual Boot: Restart to test the dual boot setup, ensuring GRUB allows selection between Windows 11 and Ubuntu. Use Boot-Repair if issues arise.
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