In a simple to understand video, this LEGO stop-motion attempts to explain open source. Open source doesn't always mean 'free' and it doesn't always mean software. There is open source hardware, software, documentation, and more. Have you ever wondered - What is open source? We made this stop motion video in an attempt to explain it for anyone. This, simply to help scale the … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2014
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 2.0 released
Last month we previewed the Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 2.0 Beta and today the final version launched. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 2.0 includes a rewrite of the program and a redesign of the interface. In a perfect world, I like the new interface design. Unfortunately, in our imperfect world, I still think it looks a bit like a fake antivirus program. Version 2.0 includes the … [Read more...]
The Secure Domain Foundation launches
Yesterday, The Secure Domain Foundation sprung to life. I have been following them on Twitter since first catching wind of their intent a while back and yesterday things started happening. SDF launched at ICANN's 49th public meeting, which was held in Singapore. The Secure Domain Foundation is founded by security research Chris Davis, famous for helping take down the Mariposa … [Read more...]
Verizon uses Magic Wire to connect FiOS
Verizon FiOS is using Samsung's undressed fiber to make an install look better. The naked fiber is clear and thin. When run around a home, it is very difficult to notice compared to traditional coax, speaker wire, or other cables you might have tracing the walls. Instead of being an eyesore, the Magic Wire from Samsung Fiberoptics … [Read more...]
Microsoft shows the cost of piracy in Asia Pacific
Microsoft created an infographic based on a new study by IDC and the National University of Singapore regarding the cost of piracy. It illustrates their findings of how wide-spread piracy is and the correlation between piracy and security issues. The study, titled "The Link Between Pirated Software and Cybersecurity Breaches," also reveals that 65 percent of APAC consumers … [Read more...]