Software Update
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Checker eases app programming flow
News Managing software development process allows one Singapore software vendor to diversify offerings and keep customers coming back, says founder.
Tags: Software engineering/development, IBM Corp., Programmer, Singapore, Software Update, development environment, Programming, IDE, Vertical industries, application development
How should you handle software updates?
Techguide Different scenarios--computers in a well-secured enterprise network or those plugged directly into a DSL modem at home--affect how software patching should be handled.
Tags: Security Management, Security applications/tools, Microsoft Corp., Security, Security Patch, Software Update, computer, Chad Perrin, software, patch management
Is it wise to buy latest, expensive gadgets?
Blogs Over the years, I have realized that when it comes to technology, the world can be divided into two kinds of people (no,...
Apple fixes iPhone 'coma mode' with OS update
News Apple has fixed iPhone and iPod Touch bugs introduced in September's software update, which included device crashes and interruptions to cellular service.
Tags: Smart phones, Cellular phones, Mobile platforms, Coma Mode, Apple Inc., Operating System, Apple iTunes, Streaming Video, cellular network, Software Update
Using software updates to spread malware
News Researchers warn that attackers could put malware on machines by intercepting software updates on Wi-Fi networks.
Tags: PC security, Security Management, Malware, Security, Tool, Software Update, computer, Wi-Fi, network, Wi-Fi network
Web standards group scrutinizing Apple patent
News The W3C aims to get a handle on an Apple patent that could hold back the consortium's work to standardize Web applications.
Tags: Standards, Prior Art, software update, W3C, consortium, software, computer, Apple Inc., Web, Patent
Apple releases Mac OS X 10.5.6
News Latest batch of improvements for Mac OS X Leopard fixes a syncing issue with MobileMe service and improves security of several applications and OS components.
Tags: Mac OS, Web browsers, Apple Inc., Security, Security Improvement, Apple Mac OS X, Apple Macintosh, Apple Mac OS, Software Update, Update
Microsoft says security programs are paying off
News Company releases progress report on three programs launched a year ago to identify security holes and patch them faster.
Tags: Data security, PC security, Authentication and encryption, Security, Sourcefire Inc., Vulnerability, Software Update, Microsoft Internet Explorer, exploit code, security bulletin
Apple offers advice on 10.5.6 upgrade problems
News If your Mac froze up when trying to install the Mac OS X 10.5.6 update earlier this week, Apple has some advice for how to get the new software up and running.
Tags: Hardware, Software, Applications and tools, Apple Inc., Apple Mac OS X, Apple Macintosh, Apple Mac OS, Software Update, Update, News.com
Apple's iTunes 8.1 plugs malicious podcast security hole
News Latest version of iTunes addresses two security issues, including one that could expose usernames and passwords.
Tags: Network security, Music, Apple Inc., Authentication, Fortinet Inc., Security, Apple iTunes, Apple Mac OS, Software Update, podcast server
BlackBerry smartphones open to SMS attack
News Certificate notification issue means BlackBerry users could be tricked into visiting malicious Web sites, Research In Motion has warned.
Tags: Viruses and worms, Network security, BlackBerry, Research In Motion Ltd., Smart Phone, E-mail, dialog box, Web Site, RIM BlackBerry, software
Apple stabilizes new Mac notebooks
News Owners of MacBooks, MacBook Pros, or MacBook Airs purchased after Apple's October launch event will want to apply new firmware updates designed to "improve stability."
Tags: Notebooks and tablets, Mac OS, Apple Inc., Apple MacBook, Apple MacBook Pro, Apple Macintosh, Software Update, Notebook, Updates, SMC
Apple issues QuickTime update for new MacBooks
News New copy-protection technology added to Apple's new MacBooks was incorrectly preventing standard-definition iTunes movies from playing on older projectors.
Tags: Copyright, Digital media, Media players, Apple Inc., Apple QuickTime, Apple iTunes, Apple MacBook, Apple MacBook Pro, Software Update, laptop screen
Seagate bug fix hits problems
News Seagate has confirmed that a fix for broken drives is faulty, but has denied reports from some users who say the fix can 'kill' drives and cause data loss.
Tags: Storage, Data backup, disaster recovery, Database management, Databases, Seagate Technology LLC, Software Update, firmware upgrade, firmware, software, hard drive
Multiple flaws found in HP Software Update tool
News The flaws, which the company says affect products including scanners, printers, cameras and PCs that use HP Software Update, could lead to remote code execution or the leakage of sensitive information.
Tags: Security, Security applications/tools, Hewlett-Packard Co., Scanner, Tool, Microsoft Internet Explorer 7, Software Update, Flaw, sensitive information, printer
