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Multicore CPUs move attack from theoretical to practical

Many of us use software firewalls, virus scanners, and other security software on our PCs. We expect this software to make our computers safer, but some new research suggests that it contains a whole host of exploitable vulnerabilities.

The Matousec researchers found that common software tools, including Norton Internet Security 2010, McAfee Total Protection 2010, and Trend Micro Internet Security Pro all had flaws that allowed attackers to bypass the protections that these programs offer. The malicious software can do this without even having to run as an Administrator.

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Amazon Gaming Week deals kick off with Samsung 990 Pro internal SSD under $100

Save a ton of money - and storage - thanks to this 1TB SSD deal that marks the start of Amazon's latest Gaming Week promotion.

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There's finally a new 8K monitor on the way, with DisplayPort 2.1 included

The ASUS ProArt Display PA32KCX is on the way - a brand-new 8K monitor designed for professionals, including DisplayPort 2.1 connectivity.

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Windows Copilot gets its artificial tendrils deeper into the OS settings in a new beta update

And, for once, some of what it can do looks genuinely useful.