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Apple Backs Down on Its Controversial Photo-Scanning Plans

A sustained backlash against a new system to look for child sexual abuse materials on user devices has led the company to hit pause.
Verizon, Microsoft partner to bring 5G edge computing to Azure Stack Edge
The partnership means that Verizon can begin offering on-premises, private edge computing and private 5G to businesses.
What It’ll Take to Get Power Back in New Orleans After Ida

It could take weeks to get the lights on in parts of Louisiana, but the playbook on how to do it is clear.
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Windows 11: Microsoft marches toward open platforms
With Windows 11, Microsoft seems to be doubling down on its strategy to become a more open platform. How can this new open strategy help your company?
Microsoft 365’s new security model: How to use phishing simulations and security mailboxes
Microsoft 365’s “secure by default” stance removes some tools used by security teams. Here’s how to work around the new restrictions.
6 Things You Need to Do to Prevent Getting Hacked

You are your own biggest weakness, but changing just a few of your behaviors can reduce the chances that your online accounts get breached.

