Post-Quantum Encryption: A Q&A With NIST’s Matt Scholl
Quantum computing algorithms seek to use quantum phenomena to perform certain types of calculations much more efficiently than today’s classical, binary, transistor-based computers can. If and when a powerful enough quantum computer is built, it could run algorithms that would break many of the encryption codes we use to protect our data. In this interview with Taking Measure’s Mark Esser, Matt Scholl, chief of the Computer Security Division at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), discusses how worried we should be about this and what’s being done to mitigate the danger a future quantum computer poses to our data.
How to unlock Windows 11's God Mode to access advanced settings
With Windows 11, Microsoft has finally redesigned the modern Settings app.
The new Settings app uses a sidebar and breadcrumbs to help users easily navigate between different pages, and it also features new controls for customization, managing network, power usage, disk management, and more.
The settings app has been significantly improved, but several Control Panel features are still missing.
Canon sued for disabling scanner when printers run out of ink
Canon USA is being sued for not allowing owners of certain printers to use the scanner or faxing functions if they run out of ink.
David Leacraft, a customer of Canon, filed the class action lawsuit on Tuesday alleging deceptive marketing and unjust enrichment by the printer manufacturer.
U.S. govt to sue contractors who hide breach incidents
Under the new Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative that the U.S. Department of Justice announced today, government contractors are accountable in a civil court if they don’t report a breach or fail to meet required cybersecurity standards.
The initiative gives the DoJ the necessary leverage to fight digital threats to sensitive information and critical systems stemming from collaborators of federal agencies.
Customize your Windows 11 experience with these free apps
Windows 11 is now available for devices with supported hardware features. If you've already upgraded to Windows 11 and you're looking for some great apps for your Windows 11 device, here's a list of easy-to-use open-source and free app.
RoundedTB
Popular open-source tool RoundedTB, which enables rounded corners for the taskbar on Windows 10, has been updated with support for a new dynamic mode on Windows 11.