Author: ProHoster

Google's LVI protection software showed a 14x performance hit

Zola Bridges from Google proposed a patch for the LLVM compiler set that implements SESES (Speculative Execution Side Effect Suppression) protection, which helps block attacks on the speculative execution mechanism in Intel CPUs, like LVI. The protection method is implemented at the compiler level and is based on the compiler adding LFENCE instructions when generating machine code, which are inserted before each read instruction […]

Deploying an ASA VPN Load-Balancing Cluster

In this article, I would like to provide step-by-step instructions on how you can quickly deploy the currently most scalable Remote-Access VPN access scheme based on AnyConnect and Cisco ASA - VPN Load Balancing Cluster. Introduction: Many companies around the world are making efforts to transition their employees to remote work due to the current COVID-19 situation. […]

Linux kernel 5.6 - what to expect in the new kernel version

Linux kernel 5.6 is scheduled for release at the end of March. In our material today we discuss upcoming changes - a new file system, the WireGuard protocol and driver updates. Photo - lucas huffman - Unsplash The long-awaited VPN protocol David Miller, responsible for the Linux network subsystem, decided to include WireGuard in the kernel. This is a VPN tunnel developed by the information security company Edge Security. […]

Testing on Prod: Canary Deployment

A canary is a small bird that sings constantly. These birds are sensitive to methane and carbon monoxide. Even a small concentration of excess gases in the air causes them to lose consciousness or die. Gold miners and miners took the birds to mine: while the canaries were singing, they could work, but if they were silent, there was gas in the mine and it was time to leave. The miners sacrificed a small bird to get out […]

Named the main measures of IT security when working from home

Due to the widespread coronavirus epidemic, many organizations are transferring employees to remote work from home and limiting office activity. In this regard, NordVPN cybersecurity expert Daniel Markuson gave advice on ensuring the protection of a remote workplace. According to Daniel, the highest priority when working from home is to ensure the security of corporate data. To this end, the expert advises [...]

Facebook's browser version finally has a dark mode

Today the large-scale deployment of the updated design of the web version of the social network Facebook began. Among other things, users will receive the long-awaited ability to activate dark mode. The developers have begun distributing the new design, which was announced at last year's Facebook F8 conference. Before this, the new interface was tested for quite a long time by a limited number of users. It is worth noting that the launch of the new Facebook design took place a few weeks […]

Itch.io is giving away dozens of indie games for free

The Itch.io site now has the pages “Games will help you stay at home” and “Self-isolation on a budget.” Here the portal distributes several dozen indie projects. Anyone registered on the site can receive them. The promotion on the site is related to the quarantine announced in many countries around the world due to the COVID-19 pandemic. At the moment, it is unknown how long the distribution will last, since representatives of Itch.io […]

Chrome will receive updated web elements

At the beginning of this year, Microsoft released a release version of the Edge browser on the Chromium platform. However, both before and after this, the corporation participated in the development, actively adding new features and changing existing ones. In particular, this applies to interface elements - buttons, switches, menus and other things. Last year, Microsoft introduced new controls in Chromium to […]

Logitech Announces Keyboard and Trackpad Case for iPad and iPad Air

After information that appeared earlier today that iPadOS 13.4 will receive enhanced capabilities for working with a mouse and trackpads, Logitech has introduced a new accessory for the basic modification of the iPad, which is a keyboard with a trackpad. The Logitech Combo Touch Keyboard Case is available today in the Apple Store. A list of models compatible with iPad Air is also available. The cost of the cover […]

The decline in the semiconductor sector will last until the end of the year

The stock market is rushing around in search of at least some positive signals, and experts have already begun to worsen their forecast for the dynamics of the share price of companies in the semiconductor sector. During a pandemic and recession in the global economy, investors prefer to invest in other assets. Analysts at Bank of America note a high degree of uncertainty in the current situation and talk about the appearance of signs of a persistent recession in the second quarter […]

Apple started selling the Mac Pro Afterburner Card as a standalone device

In addition to products like the new iPad Pro and MacBook Air, Apple today began selling the MacPro Afterburner Card as a standalone device. Previously, it was only available as an option when ordering a Mac Pro professional workstation, which could be added for $2000. The device can now be purchased separately for the same price, allowing every Mac owner […]