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Jul 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Chinese Hackers Exploit SharePoint: What You Need to Know

Chinese hackers have been targeting a flaw in Microsoft's SharePoint software. This is not a new issue. They have been at it since early July. Microsoft has identified three groups involved: Linen Typhoon, Violet Typhoon, and Storm-2603. These groups are linked to China. Microsoft took action quick

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Jul 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why the Surface Laptop 5G is a Big Deal for Business Travelers

The Surface Laptop 5G is finally here, and it's packed with features that make it a strong contender for business users on the go. This new model addresses a long-standing issue: the lack of 5G connectivity in previous Surface Laptops. The demand for a 5G version has been loud and clear, and Microso

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Jul 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

A Digital Break-In at a Top-Secret US Agency

A recent cyberattack targeted a key US agency that handles nuclear weapons. The breach happened through Microsoft SharePoint, a tool for managing documents. This agency, part of the Energy Department, is in charge of making and taking apart nuclear arms. The good news? No secret or important inform

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Jul 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's AI Hiring Post Backfires Amid Layoffs

Microsoft is facing backlash again, this time for a job posting that featured a poorly made AI-generated image. The post, shared by Mike Matsel, the Principal Development Lead for Xbox Graphics, showed a woman using a futuristic monitor with the Xbox logo. The image looked off in many ways. The woma

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Jul 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI Coding Wars: Cursor's Big Move Against Microsoft

Cursor, the company behind a popular AI coding app, is making waves in the tech world. It recently bought Koala, a startup that makes AI-powered tools for managing customer relationships. This move is part of Cursor's plan to grow and compete with big players like Microsoft's GitHub Copilot. Cursor

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Jul 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's Movie & TV Store Shutdown: What Happens to Your Purchased Content?

Microsoft has decided to close its Movies & TV store on PCs and Xbox consoles. This change was announced on a support page on July 18. The store, which has been around since 2012, will no longer sell movies or TV shows. If you try to access the store, you will see a message saying that Microsoft is

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Jul 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's Office XML Format: A Digital Leash?

Microsoft's Office XML format is under fire from LibreOffice. They say it's too complicated on purpose. This makes it hard for other programs to work with Microsoft's files. LibreOffice calls this a "lock-in strategy. " They think Microsoft wants to keep users stuck with their software. LibreOffice

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Jul 18 2025POLITICS

Congressional Women Unite for a Cause Beyond Politics

In the heart of Washington, D. C. , a unique event brings together women from both sides of the political aisle. This isn't your typical political gathering. It's a softball game where partisan differences are set aside. The Congressional Women's Softball Game is more than just a sporty event. It's

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Jul 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Outlook Email Service Hits a Snag: What's Going On?

In the early hours of July 10, 2025, Microsoft Outlook users faced a frustrating start to their day. The email service went down, leaving millions unable to access their accounts. The issue seems to be widespread, with many reporting they can't log in at all. Others are seeing a message saying their

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Jul 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Gemini Arrives on Your Wrist: What's New with Wear OS?

Google's latest AI helper, Gemini, is now making its way to smartwatches. This isn't just a simple update; it's a whole new way to interact with your wearable tech. The change is rolling out slowly, so not everyone will see it right away. The old Google Assistant app is getting a makeover. It's now

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