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An Android-ChromeOS merger might actually make sense now

We've been down this road before. But this time, it's easier to see the rumors of an Android-ChromeOS combo turning to reality and potentially even being a positive.

By JR Raphael

Nov 20, 202416 mins

ChromebooksLaptopsGoogle

With SearchGPT, could OpenAI rewrite online search rules — and invite plagiarism?

By Lucas Mearian

Nov 18, 20247 mins

BingChatbotsWeb Search

For November, Patch Tuesday includes three Windows zero-day fixes

By Greg Lambert

Nov 15, 20249 mins

MicrosoftMicrosoft OfficeWindows 10

AI is dumber than you think

By Mike Elgan

Nov 15, 20247 mins

Generative AITechnology Industry

Do you need an AI ethicist?

By Eric Frank

Nov 14, 202411 mins

Generative AIEmerging TechnologyIT Leadership

IT in-depth

Apple admins: Update your hardware now

Two actively used zero-day attacks affecting Apple products have been identified by a government-focused security group.

By Jonny Evans

Nov 20, 2024 4 mins

iOS SecurityMacOS SecurityApple

Download our Microsoft Copilot for Writing Cheat Sheet

Microsoft Copilot can boost your writing in Word, Outlook, and OneNote — here’s how.

By Howard Wen

Nov 20, 2024 1 min

Microsoft OfficeGenerative AIEnterprise Applications

Microsoft upgrades Copilot Studio agent builder tools

Microsoft will let customers connect Copilot Studio agents to third-party apps, and tools for building autonomous agents are now available in a public preview.

By Matthew Finnegan

Nov 20, 2024 4 mins

Generative AIMicrosoft

ChatGPT's Windows app beats Microsoft Copilot for productivity

ChatGPT’s Windows app is now available to everyone — and even if you're a devoted dweller of Microsoft's ecosystem, it's worth your while to try it out.

By Chris Hoffman

Nov 20, 2024 8 mins

ChatbotsWindows 10Windows 11

CMA gives Google’s $2B Anthropic investment the green light

Analyst not surprised, but says 'it’s essential that the CMA continues this consistent approach to ensure a fair and competitive marketplace.”

By Paul Barker

Nov 19, 2024 3 mins

RegulationGoogleGenerative AI

Business Internet Security: Everything You Need to Consider

While addressing cybersecurity may seem complex, it’s manageable if you break it down into discreet activities. Our checklist and FAQ show you how.

By Vincent Totino

Nov 19, 2024 8 mins

Security

Study: Chat GPT is better than doctors at diagnosing illness

The chatbot performed better on its own when compared to doctors who were allowed to use it.

By Viktor Eriksson

Nov 19, 2024 1 min

Generative AIHealthcare Industry

Foxconn takes another big step toward AI iPhone manufacturing

iPhone manufacturing will become increasingly automated with production facilities making extensive use of artificial intelligence, robotics, and ‘digital twin’ technologies.

By Jonny Evans

Nov 19, 2024 6 mins

iPhoneManufacturing IndustryApple

Microsoft brings automated ‘agents’ to M365 Copilot

Copilot Actions will let workers set up simple workflow automations to let M365 Copilot take on repetitive tasks.

By Matthew Finnegan

Nov 19, 2024 4 mins

Generative AIMicrosoftMicrosoft 365

A beautiful machine: one week with an M4 Pro MacBook Pro

This is the laptop everyone wants, but not everyone needs.

By Jonny Evans

Nov 19, 2024 11 mins

MacBookLaptopsApple

Microsoft adds major upgrades to Power Apps at Ignite

New AI and governance features in Power Automate, upgrade to Power Pages also announced.

By Paul Barker

Nov 19, 2024 6 mins

Generative AIMicrosoft

Microsoft’s Windows 365 Link is a thin client device for shared workspaces

The new Link device will sell for $349 when it launches in April 2025.

By Matthew Finnegan

Nov 19, 2024 5 mins

MicrosoftWindowsCloud Computing

Explore a topic

We showcase practical AI deployments, implementation strategies, and real-world considerations such as for data management and AI governance that IT and business leaders alike should know before plunging into AI.

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Office suites — pros and cons

Google Workspace vs. Microsoft 365: What’s the best office suite for business?

Google Workspace has become a powerful, feature-filled alternative to Microsoft Office. We break down the pros and cons of each suite to help you decide which is right for your business.

By Preston Gralla

Oct 08, 202442 mins

G SuiteMicrosoft 365Microsoft Office