Ⅰ - [
Security]> “More than half of attacked Canadian firms paid cyber ransoms: Survey” -
grim news that so companies paid to get data back. The CISA is
warning of increasing
attacks on networks. Right now attacks are noticeably
intensified. Ransomware is being
used as a distraction for the bigger purpose of destroying data.
Be diligent about opening any links or digital information.
Ⅱ - [
Books]> George Stroumboulopoulos has a new book club on Apple called
Strombo’s Lit. The former MuchMusic VJ is a longtime collaborator with Apple.
Ⅲ - [
Operating Systems]> Big News:
Reports say that
future Windows versions (even Pro) will require an Internet connection and Microsoft account for step. Local accounts were possible without an Internet connection, but this move is a big one. There are still workarounds, but expect this move to cause considerable pain.
Ⅴ - [
Driving]> Ontario Premier Doug Ford has officially announced the
end of license plate stickers. Those that renewed in the last two years will get a refund.
Ⅵ - [
Open Source]>
DBgate looks like a nice open-source DB client (with Windows support)
Ⅶ - [
Travel]> Westjet appears ready to
buy Sunwing airlines. This further consolidation of the industry is likely to continue as airlines are all on life-support.
Ⅷ - [
Society]> This is a
great visualization of urban sprawl in Canada’s cities. Toronto is among the worst for this.
Ⅸ - [
Hardware]> Apple held its annual
March event and announcements.
-> A new
iPhone SE the A15 Bionic chip (same as 1Phone 13) and 5G
-> A new
iPad Air with an M1 chip, 5G cell, faster USB-C
-> The new
Mac Studio and
Studio Display. A nice upgrade for pro users looking to run up to three displays. Hard to know if the notoriously fickle pros are going to like it though. The high-end version starts at a staggering $3,999 USD with the display going for $1,500 USD.
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