36+ min ago (311+ words) SHA-1 is removed entirely as Tor adopts a stronger authentication method Tor has introduced a new relay encryption system called Counter Galois Onion (CGO) to replace the older tor1 algorithm. The change is intended to make the network more resilient against modern interception techniques that could compromise user privacy. CGO is built on a Rugged Pseudorandom Permutation called UIV+, designed by cryptography researchers to meet rigorous security requirements. Tor reports this system has been verified for tagging resistance, forward secrecy, longer authentication tags, and efficient operation without adding significant bandwidth overhead. The previous tor1 relay encryption had multiple weaknesses by modern standards, mainly as it relied on AES-CTR encryption without hop-by-hop authentication, allowing a potential adversary controlling relays to modify traffic predictably, creating tagging attack opportunities. It also reused AES keys throughout a circuit, offering only partial forward secrecy, and used a…...

37+ min ago (539+ words) Be confident in your file safety with this BackBlaze Cyber Monday deal Black Friday is behind us but luckily there is still Cyber Monday - the top tech deals day of the year. One of the deals we've seen pop up is BackBlaze Business Backup - perfect for a team that values its data. At TechRadar, our experts have spent thousands of hours trying out all the best cloud storage plans out there - so we're pretty confident when we say BackBlaze is the best cloud storage out there for backups. Now, bear that in mind when you read this deal, it isn't the highest percentage saving around - but that doesn't mean it's not worth it. The Business Backup plan will get your data covered by backup, with no restrictions on file size, type, or the number of work stations included. You also…...

53+ min ago (355+ words) My tips and recommendations for making a website for less this Cyber Monday I've spent years building and hosting websites - and I've review and test the best web hosting providers. If I wanted to build a site today this is exactly what I would buy and how I would do it - including how to get the best website possible for the lowest price. I'd buy this plan because the onboarding process is very smooth, and the servers are very fast and responsive when it comes to building and editing websites. It also includes everything you need to get a website online. This plan comes with a free domain for one year but you also have the option to use your own. You don't need to be very technical to use your own - but it could be a hassle, especially when…...

53+ min ago (355+ words) My tips and recommendations for making a website for less this Cyber Monday I've spent years building and hosting websites - and I've review and test the best web hosting providers. If I wanted to build a site today this is exactly what I would buy and how I would do it - including how to get the best website possible for the lowest price. I'd buy this plan because the onboarding process is very smooth, and the servers are very fast and responsive when it comes to building and editing websites. It also includes everything you need to get a website online. This plan comes with a free domain for one year but you also have the option to use your own. You don't need to be very technical to use your own - but it could be a hassle, especially when…...

1+ hour, 35+ min ago (761+ words) Going big doesn't have to mean going broke If you're looking to score a great deal on a 75-inch TV for Cyber Monday, we're here to help. We've been keeping close tabs on the sales in our live Cyber Monday deals guide, picking out the best deals for all budgets, especially on TVs. Some of the models getting great discounts are TVs we've tested, and others are simply great deals. Who knew 75-inch TVs could sell for so little! One unbelievable deal is the TCL QM6K mini-LED for $697 at Amazon (was $999). The LG C5 77-inch OLED for $1,999 at Best Buy (was $3,699) is another great deal if you're an OLED fan and also a gamer. Want the biggest screen at the lowest price? This $379 for an Insignia Fire TV at Best Buy (was $599) is too good a deal to pass up. In the…...

1+ hour, 44+ min ago (440+ words) Organizations delay replacements due to existing systems still performing well Dell is warning the shift from Windows 10 to Windows 11 remains far behind expectations. As part of its most recent financial results, the company revealed the current transition rate is ten to twelve points lower than the pace seen during the previous operating system phase-out. For this reason, Dell expects flat PC sales next year, even though about 500 million PCs cannot run Windows 11 due to hardware limitations. Many of these systems remain functional enough that organizations have delayed replacement, Dell says, a mood which seems to affect every segment, from desktops to smaller systems such as a mini PC. Dell reported stronger results from its server and networking units as orders for AI-focused systems reached more than twelve billion dollars in the last quarter. Revenue from servers and networking climbed thirty-seven…...

1+ hour, 59+ min ago (367+ words) The best MacBook deal I've ever seen " Shop Apple's full Cyber Monday sale Not to mention this is my all-time favorite MacBook model. I've used and reviewed plenty of laptops, but none quite compare to the featherweight powerhouse that is M4 MacBook Air. My friends in the UK can also take advantage of this Cyber Monday deal. It's not quite as eye-catching as the discount in the States, but it's still a solid 15% off of, in my opinion from hands-on testing, the best MacBook model you can buy. Students and remote workers especially: this deal won't last forever, so cash in on these savings while you still can. The 13-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4) earned a well-deserved 4.5 out of 5 stars in our review. It's easily one of the best laptops I've had the pleasure of using, and at this Cyber Monday price…...

2+ hour, 12+ min ago (1842+ words) Walmart Plus members can shop Cyber Monday deals right now Walmart Plus: save 50% on an annual Walmart Plus membershipPerhaps the best Cyber Monday deal is a massive 50% discount on an annual Walmart Plus membership, which brings the price down to just $49 a year. Walmart Plus perks include free shipping with no minimum order, a free Paramount+ or Peacock subscription, discounts on gas, and early access to sales. This offer ends on December 2. Roku's budget streaming stick was already a great buy " in our review, we said it delivered a clean, easy-to-navigate interface and was "ideal for someone on a budget or who wants a streamer that can tuck behind a mounted TV". And now it's even more of a bargain, with a Cyber Monday deal that brings it below $20. If you're looking for low-cost, no-frills streaming, this is an excellent…...

2+ hour, 15+ min ago (778+ words) Dan is a veteran Australian tech journalist with more than 20 years industry experience. He cut his teeth in the world of print media, starting as a product reviewer and tester and eventually working his way up to become editor of the two top-selling tech mags Down Under (TechLife and APC) and has been managing TechRadar's (and its sister sites') APAC presence since 2016. He's passionate about most things tech, but is particularly opinionated when it comes to PC hardware, phones, ereaders, video games and online streaming. When he's not staring at screens, Dan loves to spend time cooking " particularly spicy Thai food. (If it's not hot enough to bring tears to your eyes, he's not interested.) Aussie appliance maker Breville is undeniably a world leader when it comes to building manual espresso machines for the home, but that quality does mean…...

2+ hour, 28+ min ago (913+ words) Save up to 25% with these Cyber Monday MacBook Air deals With Cyber Monday already in full swing, the Cyber Monday MacBook Air deals are once again among the standout deals of the season, and they're arguably even more popular this year. Whether you're after the compact 13-inch model or the roomier 15-inch version, and whether you want Apple's latest M4 chip or are happy to pick up an older model to save some cash, there are fantastic offers across major retailers in both the US and UK to match different budgets and needs. Take this 13-inch MacBook Air with an M4 chip, 16GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD for just $749 at Best Buy, knocking $250 off the usual price. Over in the UK, the same 13-inch MacBook Air is going for "699.97 at Laptops Direct, with "300 off the regular cost. If you don't mind stepping…...