Cisco has alerted administrators about a severe authentication bypass zero-day vulnerability in its IOS XE software. This flaw, labeled as CVE-2023-20198 and pending a patch, allows unauthenticated attackers to gain full admin rights and remotely control vulnerable routers and switches.
A recent scientific paper affiliated with Microsoft has examined the trustworthiness and potential toxicity of large language models (LLMs), specifically focusing on OpenAI’s GPT-4 and its predecessor, GPT-3.5. The study suggests that while GPT-4 is generally more reliable than GPT-3.5 in standard situations, it is more susceptible to being manipulated by “jailbreaking” prompts designed to bypass its safety… Read More »
Web scraping has become an integral tool for many businesses, researchers, and hobbyists. It offers a way to extract information from the vast digital world of the web. But what exactly is web scraping, and where does it stand in terms of legality and ethics?
LinkedIn, owned by Microsoft, revealed on Monday a workforce reduction of nearly 700 employees, primarily from their engineering department, as per a memo seen by CNBC. Sources also mentioned cuts within the finance and human resources departments, though the informant wished to remain anonymous due to unauthorized disclosure.
With the advent of Windows 11, Microsoft has introduced a plethora of new features, a revamped user interface, and various improvements over its predecessor, Windows 10. However, despite these advancements, there are certain utilities and tools that have remained largely unchanged. One of these is the Control Panel, a tool that has been present in various iterations of… Read More »
Over the years, the Run command has remained a steadfast utility for users who prefer the simplicity and speed of launching applications, scripts, or utilities through direct input. Whether it’s launching ‘msconfig’ to adjust startup items or ‘regedit’ to dive into the Registry Editor, the Run command serves as a quick-access point. However, like many utilities in Windows,… Read More »
Windows Registry is a hierarchical database that stores low-level settings for the operating system and for applications that opt to use the registry. Given its critical role in the functioning of Windows, it’s essential to back up the registry before making any modifications. This ensures that, in case something goes wrong, you have a means to restore your… Read More »
Fast Startup is a feature introduced in Windows 8 and has been carried over to subsequent versions, including Windows 11. Essentially, it blends the traditional shutdown and hibernation processes, ensuring that your PC boots up faster after a shutdown. When you shut down your computer with Fast Startup enabled, Windows saves some of your system’s files to a… Read More »
The digital world has seen a surge in the need for consistent internet connectivity, with more devices than ever before constantly connecting to the web. While this has undeniable benefits, there are concerns regarding data consumption, especially for users on limited or capped data plans. Microsoft Windows recognized this concern and introduced the concept of “Metered Connections.” This… Read More »
Windows 11, the latest iteration of Microsoft’s renowned operating system, brings forward a myriad of new features, polished designs, and performance improvements. Among these, DPI (dots per inch) scaling is a crucial component that aids in making items on your screen look bigger or smaller. For those with high-resolution screens or those who need a bit of visual… Read More »