software updates
Coverage of software updates in the Nexus archive.
- Tech tip: A few ways to extend the life of your old TV
The article discusses how older smart TVs may struggle with software updates but offers options to prolong their usability. It emphasizes considering various methods to keep an old TV functional despite potential software limitations.
- Americans are suspicious that software updates make their electronic devices worse: research
A majority of Americans believe software updates are making their devices worse, not better, according to new research. The findings highlight growing skepticism about the impact of software updates on electronic devices.
- British cyber agency warns of looming ‘patch wave’ as AI speeds flaw discovery
Britain’s cyber agency warns organizations to prepare for a surge in urgent software updates as AI accelerates the discovery of security flaws, increasing the risk of widespread exploitation. The warning highlights the growing challenge of managing vulnerabilities in an era where AI-driven threat detection is outpacing traditional response mechanisms.
- Cisco Wi-Fi boxes are filling their disks with 5MB of undeletable data every day
Cisco Wi-Fi access points across over 230 models are generating 5MB of nonessential data daily, filling onboard flash memory and blocking software updates. A critical flaw requires an OS update that may be unattainable due to storage exhaustion.
- WireGuard VPN developer can’t ship software updates after Microsoft locks account
The WireGuard VPN developer faces inability to release software updates after Microsoft locked their account without prior notice. This incident makes the developer the second prominent case of Microsoft's account blocking practices.