Workers with two jobs – is this a problem?

Canopy CEO Davis Bell recently canned two employees who worked at his company and had side jobs, saying they were effectively stealing. Not so! | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Why America’s oldest bank launched a crypto custody service

BNY Mellon has launched a live service that allows institutional clients to store and exchange bitcoin and ether, giving the highly volatile cryptocurrencies credence on the world market. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Smartphone satellite expectations will soon crash to Earth

A new tech revolution enables everyday smartphones to connect to space. But the business benefit isn’t really there. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Big clouds aren't always the right fit for small businesses

Sometimes, you need just the basics from a smaller cloud provider for your SMB needs. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Where SMBs Are with the Cloud

While many small businesses still rely on in-house servers, they're also moving quickly into the cloud. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Google’s In-House Desktop Linux

The best-known Google operating system is Chrome OS, but inside Google itself, the company also uses its own Linux desktop distro — gLinux. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Did Grace Hopper invent the term 'bug' to describe software errors?

Did Grace Hopper really invent the term 'bug' to describe software errors? Nope. Here's the real story. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Yes, you can avoid “some” 2022's business travel miseries

Business travel, especially by air, has become more of a pain than ever, but there are ways to avoid some of the problems. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Should you start going to business conferences again?

It may feel like the pandemic is over, but it’s not. So, unless you have a real need to travel to a conference, just say no. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

The death of Internet Explorer: Good riddance to bad rubbish

Microsoft has pulled the plug on support for the IE desktop app. Finally! | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Europe gives Apple a smack in the chops on USB-C power standardization

Deal with it, Apple. By 2024, everyone in the European Union must be offered a USB-C charger for their devices. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Elon Musk is dead wrong about working from home

Just because someone is smart about some things doesn't mean he's smart about everything. And, yes, I'm looking at you, Elon Musk, and your attitude towards people working from home. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Seven factors to make meetings better

Although they’re essential to keeping people in the know, meetings can become a time sink that saps morale and diminishes productivity. Here are 7 ways to improve them. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Microsoft is building an ARM-powered Windows mini

Sometime in 2023, Microsoft will release its first desktop from Project Volterra. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Salesforce to slow hiring and M&A activity after posting strong Q1 results

The CRM giant started the financial year well, but admitted it will slow down hiring and M&A activity, as technology companies continue to get hit hard by the stock market. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Instead of working from the office or home, why not work from the road?

If you're going to be a digital nomad who wants to work from anywhere, you will need the right internet connection. Say hello to SpaceX Starlink. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

Use Gmail as a Linux filesystem (2006)

Need some extra storage? This code lets you use a Gmail account as a 2GB networked filesystem. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

SMB Storage Clouds

For simple business storage, you can't beat the cloud. Aye, but which cloud? That is the question. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 1 year ago

It's time to speed up your business network

Now, companies need the fastest possible Internet service more than ever. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

If your managers are stuck in the past, fire them

Repeat after me: We don't work like we used to anymore — and anyone who can't see that is holding your company back. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

We’re one step closer to Windows in the cloud

Microsoft is bound and determined to move your old Windows setup to Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS). Here are its latest moves. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

You Can Safely Ignore Web3

Today, Web3 is just a glint in the eye of some investors and cryptocurrency enthusiasts. It won’t happen soon — or ever. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

As Omicron wanes, where does that leave working from home?

The trend toward remote work is basically in the same place it was before: it's often still the best option for the best workers. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Researchers hack a pacemaker, kill a simulated human (2015)

After researchers wirelessly launched successful brute force, denial of service and security control attacks against the "most advanced" medical mannequin, they realized you don't need to be a penetration tester to wirelessly hack a pacemaker and kill simulated human iStan. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Do Svidaniya, Kaspersky – Goodbye

Can you trust a Russian company with your technology? Your security? No — not with Vladimir Putin calling the shots when push comes to shove. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

How to save business bucks on the cloud

Used correctly, the cloud can save your company real money. Used incorrectly, you're just throwing money away. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

iPhone vs. Android: How to choose the best smartphone for you

Making a logical choice between iPhone and Android smartphones requires knowing what features and specs are most important to you. Here's what you need to know to make a smart decision. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Great uses for an old Android smartphone

We all love getting new gadgets, but what to do with the old ones? Here are 20 clever ways to put your old Android phone or tablet to good use. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Has Google become a big waste of time?

Google used to be a marvel of productivity. Zippy, uncannily accurate search. Minimalist e-mail. Fantastic RSS reader. What happened? | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Windows is in Moscow’s crosshairs too

Before Russia invaded Ukraine this week, cyberattacks were already under way. Not surprisingly, Windows systems were a common target. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

5G is finally ready for business

The reality of 5G has never lived up to its promise, until now. 2022 will be different. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Let’s pull back on virtual meetings, shall we?

I’m tired of virtual meetings, you’re tired of virtual meetings, we’re all tired of virtual meetings. It’s time to cut back on them. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Bitcoin: Delusions of Money

Bitcoin is more broadly accepted than ever, but that doesn't mean it's not still a scam. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Don’t waste time reinventing the software wheel

For some reason, companies love to waste time and money reinventing programs that have already been perfected. Stop it already. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Technology is to blame for the ‘Great Resignation’ and tech can fix it

Workers are quitting in droves. That’s the bad news. The good news is that technology can fix what technology broke. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Omicron: Here We Go Again

Despite the scary headlines about the new Omicron variant of COVID-19, business is better prepared now to deal with the ups and downs it’s likely to bring. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Why Apple may be planning life after Arm

With Nvidia's Arm acquisition seemingly unlikely to succeed, what will Apple do? | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

IBM says it is 3X more expensive to manage PCs than Macs

Saving up to $535 per Mac per four years in comparison to PCs | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Ransomware is a threat, even for the smallest of businesses

The holiday season is upon us—and so are the ransomware thieves. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Stop looking over my shoulder Too Many businesses are spying on their workers

Many businesses have taken to spying on their workers. Don’t do that. It’s a big mistake that will do more harm than good. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

Thinking of upgrading your company’s tech gear? Now’s not the time

Thanks to supply chain problems, getting new PCs, smartphones, routers, hubs, or what-have-you is harder and more expensive than ever. For now, stick with what you’ve got or consider used equipment. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

The internet your company (and workforce) needs for success

Your workers need connectivity that’s both fast and redundant if they’re going to get their work done. For a lot of remote employees, that means relying on the local cable company or ISP. Is that really a good idea for business? | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

How to keep your workers (so you don’t have to replace them)

Trying to hire new employees today is a misery. People often don’t show up for interviews, and even if they do—and later accept an offer—they don’t show up later to work. It’s far better to keep the folks you already have on staff. Here’s how. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

The Case of the Insecure Printer

Forget about pricey ink cartridge refills. The latest issue with printers is that now they won't work unless they're networked up with their manufacturer. This is not exactly a good idea for companies (or remote workers) who care about security. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

On app tracking, both Android and iOS have to do better

While Google has announced plans to reset permissions for older, rarely used Android apps, Apple’s app-tracking-transparency efforts in iOS have fallen short of the company’s grand vision. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

The Windows archive bit is evil and must be stopped

Opinion: The loophole allows any user to squelch backup systems, says SNW Online columnist W. Curtis Preston. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

My Boss, the Algorithm

Putting management into the hands of an algorithm is a major mistake. Does this actually have to be said? | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago

A penchant for patching: After 20 years, the system’s still a mess

Though Microsoft has tried a variety of patching schemes over the past two decades, update problems continue with no end in sight. | Continue reading


@computerworld.com | 2 years ago