Computerworld

How to manually update Microsoft Defender

It’s imperative to keep Microsoft Defender up to date even when Windows Update isn’t working. Here are several methods to manually update Defender. Microsoft Defender is the built-in anti-malware ...
National Geographic news

How to compost—and why it’s good for the environment

And now more cities are implementing curbside composting to help them meet their sustainability goals. New York is currently rolling out a mandatory composting program that will soon be effect in ...

Asus rolls out Android 16 update to ROG Phone 9 FE: All the new features and changes

The Android 16 update is rolling out to the Asus ROG Phone 9 FE, bringing the latest set of new features and upgrades.

Realme UI 7.0 beta expands to 11 new phones: here’s the complete list

The Realme UI 7.0 beta update is now available for 11 new Realme phones, allowing more users to early access the latest features and upgrades.
Forbes

iOS 26.2—Update Now Warning Issued To All iPhone Users

Screenshot iOS 26.2 fixes 26 flaws in Apple’s iOS software, two of which are already being used in real-life attacks. Update Dec. 14: This article, originally published on Dec. 13, has been updated to ...

You won't be able to play Valorant until you update your motherboard BIOS: 'this is a necessary step in our arms race against hardware cheats'

If you have an Asus, Gigabyte, MSI, or ASRock motherboard, you need to update the BIOS if you want to continue playing Valorant. That's because a critical flaw was recently found that allows cheaters ...
Computerworld

Using DISM to install Windows updates

Windows’ built-in Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) command, a.k.a. dism.exe, is something of a Swiss Army knife when it comes to working on Windows OS images. Among its many ...

Riot is forcing Valorant players to update their PC firmware to keep playing

The push follows Riot's disclosure of a critical flaw it uncovered in several popular motherboard models. The vulnerability can be exploited by well-funded cheaters targeting Valorant, ...
NPR

How To Do Everything

Half advice show. Half survival guide. Half absurdity-fest. (Wait, how does this work again? We're not numbers people.) Each episode, we answer all your burning questions, from how to survive a public ...
The National Law Review

Critical Deadline to Update Notices of Privacy Practices Related to Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Information for all HIPAA Covered Entities

We collaborate with the world's leading lawyers to deliver news tailored for you. Sign Up for any (or all) of our 25+ Newsletters. Some states have laws and ethical rules regarding solicitation and ...
Forbes

Samsung One UI 8.5 Release—Do Not Use This New Galaxy Update

This new update is not all good news. Samsung has released its long-awaited One UI 8.5 beta for the Galaxy S25, “introducing new and easier ways to create, connect and stay safe.” And while the latest ...