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Forget Windows 11 — deepin Linux 20.2.2 doesn’t require your PC to have a TPM

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Windows 11 looks quite beautiful, but let's be honest... it is pretty much just Windows 10 with a fresh coat of paint. Sadly, Microsoft is requiring some pretty strict hardware requirements for the upcoming operating system, meaning many people could find themselves unable to upgrade. Even worse, the company has provided confusing communications … [Read more...] about Forget Windows 11 — deepin Linux 20.2.2 doesn’t require your PC to have a TPM

Windows 11 Home will require a Microsoft account to set up the device

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With Windows 11, Microsoft has removed the option that lets you set up a new device and boot to the desktop with a local account. The measure seems to be live with the first preview of Windows 11, which is available for those in the Insider program. According to our tests, Windows 10 Home has removed the option that lets you skip the setup of … [Read more...] about Windows 11 Home will require a Microsoft account to set up the device

You can now require a password before viewing Google’s ‘My Activity’ usage

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Part of Google's new privacy and security push What you need to know You can now require a password before viewing Google's My Activity page. This arrives after seeing many privacy and security announcements at Google I/O 2021. The process doesn't let you create a new password but requires you to log into your Google account. One … [Read more...] about You can now require a password before viewing Google’s ‘My Activity’ usage

Google Play Store to Require Privacy Info Section, Like Apple App Store

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Following Apple’s lead, Google will also start requiring apps to disclose their privacy and security practices in its Play Store. Google is also requiring its own apps to share this information so users will know what data is being collected about them. The initiative will start sometime in 2022, and will see a new safety section added to each … [Read more...] about Google Play Store to Require Privacy Info Section, Like Apple App Store

Minecraft will require a Microsoft Account from 2021 onward

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Minecraft users here? If you are using the Java version of Minecraft, then you will have to start using a Microsoft Account soon as Mojang announced this month that all versions of Minecraft will only work with Microsoft Accounts going forward. Microsoft acquired Minecraft maker Mojang in 2014 for $2.5 billion. Up until now, users of the … [Read more...] about Minecraft will require a Microsoft Account from 2021 onward

Netflix 4K streaming on macOS Big Sur to require a T2 security chip

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  Content providers and pirates have always been playing a game of cat and mouse with no clear winner in sight. The latest volley from content providers is pretty much the streaming market we now all use, keeping the actual content away from consumers’ hands. Of course, there are still DRM technologies used in conjunction and Netflix will … [Read more...] about Netflix 4K streaming on macOS Big Sur to require a T2 security chip

Oculus VR Headsets Will Soon Require Facebook Accounts

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Some of the very best VR headsets right now are Oculus branded, and we’d even argue that the Oculus Quest is THE VR headset to own. Facebook bought the Oculus company in early 2014, and now the social network is imposing its will on virtual reality fans. Eventually, you’ll have to log in using a Facebook account, though current owners get a short … [Read more...] about Oculus VR Headsets Will Soon Require Facebook Accounts

Ofcom rules will require ISPs to guarantee minimum net speeds

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  Customers will be able to exit contracts for free if they don't get advertised speeds Ofcom has proposed changes to its codes of practice governing the provision of broadband, which will enhance the rights of consumers and force internet companies to give clearer guidance over internet speeds. The regulatory body argues that too many … [Read more...] about Ofcom rules will require ISPs to guarantee minimum net speeds