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The latest Rufus release replaces the Windows Setup executable with this wrapper.  Screenshot by Ed Bott/ZDNET Microsoft really, really, really doesn’t want you to upgrade your old Windows 10 PC to Windows 11. That’s the logic behind the strict hardware compatibility requirements the company imposed when it launched the new operating system in 2021. If you try to install Windows 11 on a computer with a CPU from 2018 or earlier, you get an error…

Allison Murray/ZDNET What’s the deal?  As a remaining October Prime Day deal, the Samsung Freestyle 2 is $200 off, making it just under $600 on Amazon.  Also: The best October Prime Day TV deals still available ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Freestyle 2 is a solid projector that normally retails for $800. Sharp image quality, an internal battery, and the ability to play games without a console make this projector ultraportable.  The second-generation feature upgrades…

Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale is officially over. But this week, Best Buy also offered holiday-worthy savings with its 48-Hour Flash Sale, which culminated on Wednesday as well. As it turns out, many of these deals are still available.  During the sale, Best Buy delivered Black Friday-level deals for those looking to purchase gifts at a discount or simply upgrade their own tech. Whether you want to get an early head start on your holiday gift list…

What is the best VPN for your smart TV in 2024? ZDNET’s favorite VPN for smart TVs is NordVPN. This VPN combines excellent speed, server connections, security, and a plethora of ways you can use it with your smart TV — including with Android-based TVs, Apple TVs, Amazon Fire Sticks, and gaming consoles. Also: The best VPN services: Expert tested ZDNET writers have decades of experience, combined, in testing and reviewing VPN software. We understand how…

The vulnerabilities don’t directly affect Panorama, Prisma Access, or Cloud NGFW firewalls. But Palo Alto Networks still gives the vulnerabilities a CVSS base score of 9.9, given the sensitivity of the information that can be stolen. So far the company says it’s not aware of any malicious exploitation of the flaws. The fixes are available in Expedition 1.2.96 and later. All Expedition usernames, passwords and API keys should be rotated after upgrading to the fixed…

Max Buondonno/ZDNET What’s the deal? Save up to $140 on the Galaxy Tab S9 FE on Amazon right now, or get up to $343 in instant credit from Samsung when you trade in an eligible device. Additionally, you can save up to 80 on the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ model on Amazon or get up to $497 off with a trade-in on Samsung’s site. Also: Amazon Prime Day: The best 100+ deals still available for October’s…

Amazon/ZDNET If you’ve been looking for a new digital storage option, Amazon has a deal on the 8TB Samsung T5 Evo portable SSD for just $496 — that’s 36% off the original price. With that much storage, it’s perfect for large digital game libraries, raw video and photo files, raw and rendered digital art, and other important programs and documents you may need to take on the go. And you won’t want to wait to take…

Sony Bravia X90L 4K LED TV Jason Hiner/ZDNET What’s the deal? The 65-inch Sony Bravia X90L is still on sale with prices starting at $889 for the 55-inch model on Amazon, saving you over $300 which is the lowest price we’ve seen on this model yet. Other sizes are discounted up to 25% off. However, during this post-Prime Big Deal Days sale, there are only a few units left so you better hurry before they’re…

What is the best no-log VPN in 2024? ZDNET’s top no-log VPN this year is NordVPN. NordVPN combines strong security, excellent speeds, and a vast server network with a no-logs policy and a transparent approach to privacy that many users trust.  Also: The best VPN services: Expert tested ZDNET writers have tested and reviewed VPNs for years. We rely on our experiences with the best VPNs on the market, frequent speed tests, and customer feedback to…

Breville/ZDNET Expensive caffeine fix, tight(er) budget? Prime Big Deal Days, Amazon’s fall sales event, also known as October Prime Day, is over, but there are still a few deals available to help you refresh your kitchen with pricier appliances you might not normally splurge on.  If you’ve been looking to upgrade your coffee routine, the Breville Espresso Machine is currently $420 — $80 off its usual $500 price tag. The Breville boasts a balanced extraction technique to…