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Fri. 06/25 – Some Western Digital NAS Devices Are Getting Ill (matic?)
Some Western Digital NAS devices are getting ill (matic). A breakdown of the 5 or 6 big tech antitrust bills that just passed House committees. Windows 11 is free, but what if your device can’t run it? Also, more on Microsoft’s anti-Apple posturing. And, of course, the weekend longreads suggestions.
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Western Digital has notified users of its My Book Live NAS devices about malware incidents leading to a factory reset, erasing all stored data. Users are advised to disconnect their devices from the internet after experiencing unexpected data loss. The issue seems related to an unpatched vulnerability, with early indications suggesting a remote command could have activated the malware. While the company reassures that their servers were not hacked, they are actively investigating the matter.
House committees have passed significant antitrust bills aimed at curbing the power of major tech companies. These measures include updates to merger filing fees, ensuring state attorney generals can prosecute, enhancing data portability standards, and preventing large companies from acquiring smaller competitors. There's also a bill targeting anti-competitive practices by tech giants. These bills now proceed to the House floor for a full vote and could potentially reshape the tech landscape.
Windows 11 will be available as a free upgrade, but several devices may not meet the new hardware requirements. Notably, Microsoft’s requirement now restricts support to 8th generation Intel CPUs and newer, excluding many current Windows 10 devices. Users should check compatibility using Microsoft’s PC health app before attempting to upgrade.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s recent comments highlight a more aggressive posture toward Apple, positioning Windows as a preferable platform for developers. His critique emphasizes user control and the flexibility of Windows compared to Apple's ecosystem, signalling a shift in Microsoft's branding in the evolving tech competition.
Listeners are encouraged to dive into various articles over the weekend, exploring topics such as gaming conspiracies involving Hideo Kojima, a history of Google’s messaging apps, the story of a young cryptocurrency developer, Roku's rise in streaming, and a new brain-computer interface technology.
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