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How the Smart Remote Lost Its Way
Once, we dreamed of one controller to rule them all. But when Logitech killed off the Harmony line, it ended an era.
How the FBI Got Into the San Bernardino Shooter’s iPhone

Plus: Russian sanctions, Europe’s SolarWinds fallout, and more of this week’s top security news.
Update to REvil ransomware changes Windows passwords to automate file encryption via Safe Mode
The ransomware changes the device password to “DTrump4ever” and forces the device to log in automatically after being rebooted.
Google Earth Now Shows You Our Planet’s Slow Deterioration
A new time-lapse video feature in Google Earth lets users see how humans have reshaped the globe over the decades.
DJI’s New Drone Makes Aerial Cinematography a Breeze
A better image sensor and more AI-powered video smarts make the Air 2S one of the best drones you can buy.
How to make fewer mistakes and work more efficiently using predictive text in Microsoft 365
If you’re a slow or inaccurate typist, consider turning on Windows’ predictive text feature. It will help you reduce spelling and grammar errors.
FBI cleans up infected Exchange servers
The feds removed web shells that provided backdoor access to cybercriminals in a recent exploit of Microsoft Exchange.
Makulu LinDoz makes its case that Linux can successfully resemble Windows
Jack Wallen takes a look at a Linux desktop distribution that mimics Windows 7 and rethinks his position on cloning the Microsoft desktop.
