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Norton Antivirus Review: Is It Worth It in 2025?

It started with an email. One of those "click here for your prize" kind of emails. I didn't click it (thankfully), but it got me thinking - what if someone else in my family had? My dad still thinks using "12345" as a password is clever. So I decided to finally get serious about antivirus protection. That's when I gave Norton another shot. And let me tell you, it's come a long way since those early 2000s versions that felt like they slowed your computer to a crawl.

Top 8 Best Password Managers for 2025

Keeping your passwords safe has never been more critical. With cyber threats evolving every day, password managers have become an essential tool for individuals and businesses alike. But with so many options on the market, how do you choose the right one? We've compiled a list of the 8 best password managers for 2025 to help you make an informed choice. Whether you're a tech-savvy individual, a security-conscious user, or a small business owner, these tools offer solutions tailor-made for your needs.

Introducing cfbs 4.4.0 and the analyze command

The latest release of cfbs (4.4.0 released April 4th, 2025) introduces the analyze command. Last time I used this (Show notes: The agent is in - Episode 47 - Preview of cfbs analyze) I had installed it from a git clone, now I want to go back to regular install command output Now, cfbs help should have our new cfbs analyze option: command output Let’s grab oldest version of the Masterfiles Policy Framework that cf-remote knows about and test it out.

Beyond Their Intended Scope: DDoS Mitigation Leak

In this edition of Beyond Their Intended Scope, we take a look at last week’s BGP leak by a DDoS mitigation company which impacted networks around the world. We look at the impacts in both BGP and traffic data, and discuss how RFC 9234’s “Only to Customer” BGP Path Attribute could have helped.

A privacy-first, data-driven approach to optimize the user experience: Introducing Geolocation Insights in Frontend Observability

Grafana Cloud Frontend Observability is a real user monitoring (RUM) solution that provides immediate, clear, and actionable insights into the end-user experience of web applications. Understanding where those end users are located can provide valuable insights into frontend performance, error patterns, and overall user experience.

The Challenges of Implementing AI in Business Operations

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved from being a buzzword to a necessary component in modern businesses. It could be applied from streamlining operations and enhancing customer experiences to improving data-driven decision-making, AI offers transformative potential. However, realizing this potential isn't as simple as flipping a switch. For many businesses, implementing AI presents a unique set of challenges that can stall progress and limit ROI if not addressed properly.

Online Driver Update: Simplify Security & Performance

In today's quick-moving digital world, keeping your computer running smoothly is more important than ever. One way to ensure your system is performing at its best is through online driver updates. Drivers are essential pieces of software that allow your computer's hardware to communicate effectively with its operating system. When these drivers are outdated, it can lead to many problems, including decreased performance and possible security risks.