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| | | Microsoft Open Sources Its Data Compression Algorithm and Hardware for the Cloud | | TechCrunch | The amount of data that the big cloud computing providers now store is staggering, so it’s no surprise that most store all of this information as compressed data in some form or another. Typically, those systems are closely guarded secrets, but yesterday, Microsoft open sourced the algorithm, hardware specification, and Verilog source code for how it compresses data in its Azure cloud. | | Facebook's Massive Outage Was the Result of a Server Configuration Change | | Engadget | Facebook and Instagram were down for the better part of the day Wednesday, and now we know why. According to Facebook, the outage was the result of a server configuration change. The social networking giant said the issue has since been fixed and all of its products and services are accessible once again. | | HP Expands Laptop Battery Recall Due to Fire and Burn Hazards | | ZDNet | 78,500 laptop batteries are to be recalled after eight new reports of battery packs overheating, melting, or charring. | | Proof-of-Concept Code Published for Windows 7 Zero-Day | | ZDNet | More details have surfaced about the two Windows zero-days that Microsoft patched this Tuesday as part of its regular Patch Tuesday batch of security updates. |
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| | | The Best Google Sheets Add-Ons | | How-To Geek | Google Sheets add-ons work similarly to browser extensions. They are third-party apps you install to Sheets to gain additional features. Some add-ons increase productivity, and some add more extensive capabilities. Here’s how to get started. | | How to Wipe Your USB Drive Before Throwing It Away | | TechRepublic | Data was found on 68% of secondhand flash drives sold in the US, according to a Comparitech report. Here's how to secure your data for disposal. |
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| | | Top 5 Requirements Management Tools | | CIO | Identifying and managing business requirements is among the most critical steps in ensuring project deliverables are on point. Here are the top tools to help you execute your requirements management plan. (Free registration required to read.) |
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| | | How to Create an Engaging Workplace Culture | | Several People Are Typing | There are no SaaS updates today. Instead, read about what it takes to establish a great company culture—and why that takes more than just having a bartender on payroll. |
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