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LastPass, a pioneer in password managers, has faced challenges in recent years with high-profile data breaches and increased competition. However, it still has a loyal user base and offers a convenient and secure way to manage passwords. The software features a clean interface, a password generator, and a security dashboard. While LastPass employs encryption and two-factor authentication, its history of security issues raises concerns. The pricing options include a free tier, a premium tier for syncing across devices, and a families plan. Overall, LastPass is a reliable option, but it may lack some advanced features and its security history may make it less recommended compared to other alternatives. [Extracted from the article]

Parallels Desktop is virtualization software that allows you to create a virtual machine - or VM - that runs Windows, and other operating systems, on your Mac as though they were another Mac app. This means you can view the Windows desktop within its own window floating on the Mac desktop, expand Windows to full-screen size so it hides the Mac desktop altogether, or even shrink Windows down to a small preview that sits in a corner on the Mac desktop so you can keep an eye on the Windows side of things while working in other Mac apps. Or you need to test applications and services on alternative operating systems - the only way you can install macOS alongside Windows is on a Mac, because Apple won't allow macOS to be installed on anything else. Unlike Apple's Boot Camp, which required you to shut down the Mac side of things completely and reboot your Mac into Windows, Parallels lets you run Mac and Windows apps side by side simultaneously. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on various tactical radio models used by land forces, detailing their specifications such as power, frequencies, security features, and weight and these radios cater to specific military needs battlefield voice and data transmission, and platoon-level communications.

The article offers a preview of several electronic radios. Topics discussed PR9560 is intended for land forces such as infantry, forward observers, snipers, special forces and anti-terrorist units. PRR designed for operation within groups of up to 30 users allows for full duplex communication in ad-hoc digital networks.

The article offers the reviews of multiple radio including PRC-9651 V/UHF Handheld from Aselsan; PRC-5712 Soldier Radio from Aselsan; and PRC-5433 V/UHF Handheld from Aselsan .

The article provides an overview of Microsoft 365, a subscription-based collection of Microsoft software and services. It explains that Microsoft 365 offers a range of productivity apps for various purposes and is available in different versions tailored to different customer types. The article also discusses optional add-ons and features that can be purchased at an additional cost, as well as premium add-on packages. It notes that Microsoft is encouraging customers to upgrade to the highest tier to increase revenue. Despite competition, Microsoft 365 remains a prominent player in the market. The article concludes by mentioning some recent features and speculating on future developments. [Extracted from the article]

Apple's iOS 18, set to be released next week, offers several features that can help users be more productive at work. While the new iPhones have many improvements, it is the iOS 18 platform that is particularly beneficial for business professionals. Some of the key features include powerful writing tools, contextual intelligence in apps like Mail and Calendar, live audio transcription for calls, improved voicemail support, cross-platform password management, the ability to lock and hide apps, a redesigned month view in the Calendar app, and enhanced controls on the Lock Screen. These updates aim to enhance productivity and streamline business communication. [Extracted from the article]

Apple's iMessage offers a secure identity verification system called Contact Key Verification. This feature helps users verify each other's identity and is designed to detect sophisticated attacks against iMessage servers. It is primarily intended for users who face extraordinary digital threats, such as journalists, human rights activists, and members of government. Contact Key Verification adds a manual verification step to iMessage conversations, requiring users to read a short verification code to each other either in person or during a phone call. This system helps secure the transaction and maintains a chain of trust between devices without sharing private encryption data with Apple. Contact Key Verification does not work with SMS messaging. [Extracted from the article]

Proton, a Swiss software vendor known for its encrypted email app, has launched an end-to-end encrypted document editor called Proton Docs. This new editor provides an alternative to Microsoft Word and Google Docs for privacy-conscious users. The editor offers features such as document creation, real-time collaboration, comments and replies, and import/export capabilities. The standout feature of Proton Docs is its end-to-end encryption, which ensures that user data, including keystrokes and cursor movements, is inaccessible to Proton. Additionally, Proton Docs stores user data on its cloud servers in Switzerland, where strict data privacy laws protect it from government access. The rollout of Proton Docs to Proton Drive customers has begun, and it will be available to all users in the coming days. [Extracted from the article]

Zoom is introducing "post-quantum" end-to-end encryption to its video and voice meeting software in order to protect communication data from potential decryption by quantum computers in the future. The company plans to enhance its existing encryption capabilities with the use of Kyber 768, a key encapsulation mechanism algorithm being standardized by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. While quantum computers are not currently capable of breaking modern encryption algorithms, the development of quantum computing could pose a risk to existing systems. Zoom's implementation of post-quantum encryption does have limitations, such as requiring all participants to use the latest version of the app and losing access to certain features. It is recommended that organizations take the risk of quantum cyberattacks seriously and consider investing in post-quantum cryptography to protect their data. [Extracted from the article]

Dropbox has introduced end-to-end encryption and key management for customers on certain paid plans. This added security feature ensures that only the sender and recipient can access the content, with Dropbox unable to view customer files. However, this encryption may restrict certain features, such as file sharing with users outside of a team. Additionally, Dropbox has announced other updates, including the ability to co-edit Microsoft 365 documents and improved collaboration features. These security enhancements are available to customers on Dropbox Advanced, Business Plus, and Enterprise plans. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on DuckDuckGo, a more private search experience which include a tracker blocker and encryption enforcer to make your searching extra secure.

The article offers information on the eM Client 7.1, email encryption from eM TV AG.

The article reviews the TSEC/KY-58 communications security (COMSEC) KY-58 encryption device equipment.

The article evaluates the Google Pixel 2 smartphone from Google Inc., which has an encryption feature that ensures even an attacker with highly-privileged access to a mobile device won't be able to access data.

The article evaluates real-time encryption feature International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) is offering with it Z series mainframes that should help overcome corporate resistance to implementing system-wide data encryption.

The article offers information on the E2EMail end-to-end encryption technology for the open-source community from Google Inc.

The article offers a preview of Storage Service Encryption (SSE) for Azure customers, from Microsoft Corp.

The article offers brief information on several communications security (COMSEC) devices including VINSON family of voice encryption systems, NATO's (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) HAVE QUICK system, and the AN/ARC-164 airborne radio from Raytheon.

The article offers brief information on software Docker 1.8.0 for hardware encryption and security from Docker Inc.

The article offers information on the Customer-Supplied Encryption Keys for Google Compute Engine program from Google.

The article previews WAN Encryption, a managed service from Masergy Communications Inc. that has the capacity to protect data end-to-end while in transit for software-defined wide area network (WAN) connectivity between applications and users.

The article offers information on the silicon chip processor that can encrypt data from International Business Machines Corp. (IBM).