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Microsoft said fixes for security flaws present in most processors may significantly slow down certain servers and dent the performance some personal computers, the software maker’s first assessment of a global problem that Intel initially downplayed. Continue reading Microsoft Says Chip Fix May Significantly Slow Some Servers
Apple Inc. said all Mac computers and iOS devices, like iPhones and iPads, are affected by chip security flaws unearthed this week, but the company stressed there are no known exploits impacting users. Continue reading Apple Says All Macs, IPhones, IPads Exposed to Chip Flaw
The largest chipmaker is working with rivals and partners on a fix, but the news sparked concern about this fundamental building block of the internet, PCs and corporate networks. Continue reading What You Need to Know About the Big Chip Security Problem
The world’s biggest chipmakers and software companies, including Intel Corp. and Microsoft Corp., are coming to grips with a vulnerability that leaves vast numbers of computers and smartphones susceptible to hacking and performance slowdowns. Continue reading Intel, Microsoft Deal With Widespread Computer-Chip Weakness
White House chief of staff John Kelly imposed the ban, citing security concerns. President Donald Trump has repeatedly complained about press leaks since taking office, but aides said the change isn’t connected to concerns about unauthorized disclosure… Continue reading A New Ban at the White House: Staff's Personal Mobile Phones
Intel Corp. confirmed a report saying that its chips contain a feature that makes them vulnerable to hacking, though it said other companies’ semiconductors are also susceptible. Continue reading Intel Says Range of Chips Vulnerable to Hack, Denies `Bug'
Advanced Micro Devices Inc. surged in early trading after a report that Intel Corp., its only remaining rival in the market for personal computer processors, has a flaw in its products that makes commonly used operating systems vulnerable to hackers. Continue reading AMD Soars After Rival Intel Said to Reveal Processor Flaw
Amazon.com Inc. and Salesforce.com Inc., two of Oracle Corp.’s biggest customers, are actively working to replace Oracle software running on crucial business systems with lower cost open-source database software. Continue reading Amazon, Salesforce Shifting Business Away From Oracle
As Americans shift from big devices such as traditional tube televisions and personal computers to smaller mobile devices, electricity and resource consumption is declining rapidly. Continue reading America's Mobile Obsession Gets Greener
IBM was one of the first big companies to see blockchain’s promise, contributing code to an open-source effort and encouraging startups to try the technology on its cloud for free. Continue reading Blockchain Pumping New Life Into Old-School Companies Like IBM