Two-year-old Java flaw re-emerges due to broken patch
A patch for a critical Java flaw released by Oracle in 2013 is ineffective and can be easily bypassed, security researchers…
IDG Contributor Network: Will the FTC's PCI probe do any good?
When the FTC on Monday announced a probe into how PCI operates, it threatened to shine a light into how…
Disney's IT layoffs fuel Trump, Rubio H-1B attacks at debate
In Florida Thursday night, Republican presidential candidates took on the H-1B visa program in a way they have never done…
New Apple iPhone — this is what we think we know
Here comes Apple’s next iPhone, which is expected to be a 4-inch device — smaller, but with almost-flagship specs. The…
Got a new USB-C device? 19 accessories that will help
The new USB-C connection There’s a new USB in town — the Type-C port. Smaller than the familiar USB Type-A,…
Websites’ automatic-renewal policies can lead to trouble
Almost anything can be ordered online and accessed immediately or delivered to your doorstep. Having an item shipped monthly, without…
How to replace a critical system — the hard way
This critical system is set for replacement in about six months, which makes working on that team a very unattractive…
How to use Apple Diagnostics to identify Mac hardware problems
Apple’s Macs are usually pretty reliable, but when they do go wrong the Apple Diagnostics tool should help you figure…
ICANN stewardship transition plan sent to U.S. government
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers has submitted Thursday a plan for ending U.S. oversight of key technical…
Twitter looks to stem 'punch in the gut' of worker exodus
Facing a sinking stock price and some executive walkouts, Twitter is reportedly handing out six-figure bonuses and additional stock to…