InfoWorld Daily: Afternoon Edition

Jan 10, 2017

New Windows 10 beta build brings real improvements

Beyond the marketing glitz and interminable feature lists, there's actually a lot to like in this Creators Update (build 15002). Read More ▶

Your Must-Read Stories

•	10 essential PowerShell security scripts for Windows administrators

•	66% Off Nero 2017 Platinum HD Multimedia Suite Software, PC Disk or Download - Deal Alert

•	Bash on Windows is becoming Microsoft's Linux

•	Microsoft lets some Windows 10 users hit pause on updates

•	Microsoft is retiring the Blue Screen of Death for some users

•	Yahoo will become Altaba, lose Mayer after Verizon buyout

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4 Criteria for Selecting a Global Network Provider

A global network is a company's central nervous system that influences the overall health and performance of a business and its critical systems. The success of your business - and your business applications depends on it! Read More ▶

10 essential PowerShell security scripts for Windows administrators

PowerShell is a valuable tool for automating Windows administration tasks, including laborious security chores. Read More ▶

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66% Off Nero 2017 Platinum HD Multimedia Suite Software, PC Disk or Download - Deal Alert

Nero gives you fuss-free ripping and importing of videos, audio files, and audio CDs, with 1-click transfer to virtually all mobile devices. Currently discounted a generous 66% off its list price. Read More ▶

Bash on Windows is becoming Microsoft's Linux

Microsoft's Windows Subsystem for Linux is evolving into a credible alternative to other Linux distributions. Read More ▶

Microsoft lets some Windows 10 users hit pause on updates

Latest beta also allows more Home users to defer forced updates with metered connection trick. Read More ▶

Microsoft is retiring the Blue Screen of Death for some users

Microsoft is turning the BSOD into a GSOD for users of its Windows 10 beta. Read More ▶

Yahoo will become Altaba, lose Mayer after Verizon buyout

The change is part of Yahoo's transition to an investment company. Read More ▶

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5 Business Requirements for a Software Defined WAN

The corporate WAN is now the focus of considerable attention after years of modest network innovation. This is due in large part to new efforts behind Software Defined Networking (SDN) standards and architectures. Read More ▶

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