Personal Activities… On Work Laptops: part 1

Personal Activities… On Work Laptops: part 1

Following a new ESET study which highlighted how workers using company provided laptops for personal activities could be putting work hardware at risk, we’ll explore the issues surrounding this practice and the potential consequences for businesses and employees, in...
Windows 11 vs Windows 10

Windows 11 vs Windows 10

In this insight, we compare and contrast the Windows 10 and 11 operating systems, focusing on how they perform in key areas like user interface, performance, security, compatibility, and cost. Rolled Out in 2021  Since Microsoft rolled out Windows 11 in October 2021,...
Shadow AI and Shadow SaaS Risks?

Shadow AI and Shadow SaaS Risks?

A Next DLP survey has revealed how the rise of ‘Shadow SaaS’ and ‘Shadow AI’ may be putting businesses at risk of data loss, lack of oversight and data breaches. What are Shadow SaaS and Shadow AI?  Shadow SaaS refers to the use of software as a service (SaaS)...
Jobs Threatened By ChatGPT

Jobs Threatened By ChatGPT

In this insight, we look at the kinds of industries and jobs that research has identified as being most exposed to the disruptive threat of generative AI, but we also look at how AI has created some new job roles. Research  Research from Felten, Manav Raj, and...
Google Maps and Alternatives

Google Maps and Alternatives

In this insight, we look at what’s good and not so good about Google Maps, and we provide ten examples of alternative mapping and navigation apps. What’s Good About Google Maps?  Before we look at potential reasons for trying alternatives, it’s worth acknowledging why...
Windows 11 Updates and VBScript Kill Off?

Windows 11 Updates and VBScript Kill Off?

In this insight, we look at the implications of Microsoft’s announcement that the Windows 11 24H2 update is being tested in a prerelease stage and the deprecation of VBScript is being initiated by making it an optional feature. What Did Microsoft Say?  Microsoft has...