As part of a setup for a client, I used a controlled Start Screen through Group Policy for their computers. Not only did this prevent end users from modifying the Start Screen but it also allowed all of the commonly used apps to be pinned and organized consistently across the organization. I was a little disappointed to find out that the Start Screen functionality stopped … [Read more...]
Microsoft reveals the Windows 10 default wallpaper
Microsoft has shown off the new default Windows 10 wallpaper. Despite looking computer generated, the image is actually a photo, similar to Windows XP's iconic Bliss wallpaper. Microsoft sought out artist Bradley G. Munkowitz, also known for working on Tron: Legacy, to create the Windows 10 background. Using glass, lasers, smoke machines, colored filters, and crystal dust, … [Read more...]
Windows 10 will be a compromise to network security with Wi-Fi Sense
A Windows Phone feature named Wi-Fi Sense is making the jump to Windows 10. With the increased attention, many people are finding that they don't like the feature but have no control over it. Wi-Fi Sense allows you to share network credentials with your Facebook friends to ease their access to your WiFi network. While you can see some convenience that this offers, it … [Read more...]
Microsoft announces Windows 10 IoT Core Insider Preview
Microsoft has previously announced its initiative for the Internet of Your Things and we know from the Windows 10 Editions that Microsoft has the Windows 10 IoT Core version. It has also announced previously that Windows 10 will be free for the Raspberry Pi 2. Now, Microsoft is announcing a preview for Windows 10 IoT Core and a partnership with Arduino. The Preview, of … [Read more...]
Apple’s announcements at WWDC 2015
The keynote for Apple's Worldwide Developer's Conference took place yesterday. In it, Apple CEO Tim Cook and others announced new features and services. Some announcements were nice iterations to improve performance while others might make more of a splash across the industry. Straight from the source: Apple Previews iOS9 for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, with a public beta … [Read more...]