Friday 4 November 2016

6 ways Google Flights beats other travel search sites - CNET

Already a useful tool for travelers, Google's flight-finder just got even better. Here's how to make the most of it.

The complete list of Google Home commands so far - CNET

The Google Home might not have the Echo's "skills," but there's still plenty it can do.

How to setup multiroom music with Google Cast - CNET

Whether you have a Google Home, a Chromecast Audio or a Google Cast-compatible audio device, here's how to use it as part of a multiroom music system.

Use Alexa to turn on your PC - CNET

If you've been looking for a way to power on your PC using just your voice, the search is over. The answer is a marriage between Alexa, Android and IFTTT.

Find out how much longer your SSD will last - CNET

Spoiler alert: It'll probably be a long time.

Google Home: 10 tips and tricks to get started - CNET

Want to get the most out of your new assistant? Read this.

Shut but not sleeping: 2 ways to keep a closed MacBook awake - CNET

A closed but alert MacBook can act as a desktop, server or jukebox.

9 unexpected things you can make in an ice cube tray - CNET

Forget boring ol' ice. Here are nine other clever things you can do with ice cube trays.

Google Assistant: Tips for talking to Pixel, Google Home and Allo - CNET

Google's new digital assistant can keep up a conversation and remember personal details to make your every wish its new command. Here are five commands worth trying out.

Wednesday 2 November 2016

Tuesday 1 November 2016

Google to untrust WoSign and StartCom certificates

Following similar decisions by Mozilla and Apple, Google plans to reject new  digital certificates issued by two certificate authorities because they violated industry rules and best practices.

The ban will go into effect in Chrome version 56, which is currently in the dev release channel, and will apply to all certificates issued by certificate authorities WoSign and StartCom after October 21. Browsers rely on digital certificates to verify the identity of websites and to establish encrypted connections with them.

Certificates issued before October 21 will continue to be trusted as long as they're published to the public Certificate Transparency logs or have been issued to a limited set of domains owned by known WoSign and StartCom customers.

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Out of dishwasher detergent? Use this tip - CNET

This easy dishwasher detergent replacement gets the job done.

Why you should care when your coffee was roasted - CNET

Just because you bought a new bag of coffee doesn't mean it's fresh. Here's everything you need to know about freshness in coffee -- what to look for and what to avoid.