13 pieces of advice for Yosemite beta testers

5 must-have free pieces of software for your PC Why you shouldn't blur sensitive information in photos ITworld Tonight July 25, 2014 Share this email 13 pieces of advice for Yosemite beta testers For the first time since 2000, Apple is allowing pubic beta testers to try out a prerelease version of OS X. Ryan Faas tells testers what to do and what to avoid. READ MORE   Issue highlights 1. 5 must-have free pieces of software for your PC 2. Why you shouldn't blur sensitive information in photos 3. Russian government offers money for identifying Tor users 4. Ubuntu 14.04.1 LTS released 5. NoSQL is a no go once again 6. Microsoft wants you to forget Windows 8 7. Newegg takes pre-orders for Samsung's first 3D Pro SSD 8. Sony puts together $15 million package to settle 2011 Playstation data breach lawsuits 5 must-have free pieces of software for your PC You don't need to spend a bundle if you want great software for your PC -- in fact, you won't need to spend a penny. Here are five of my favorite free must-haves that any PC owner needs. READ MORE Why you shouldn't blur sensitive information in photos Spoiler: blurred images may not really hide the information you're trying to protect. READ MORE Russian government offers money for identifying Tor users The Russian Ministry of Interior is willing to pay 3.9 million roubles, or around $111,000, for a method to identify users on the Tor network. READ MORE Ubuntu 14.04.1 LTS released In today's open source roundup: Canonical has released Ubuntu 14.04.1 LTS, a point release that focuses on bug fixes and security updates. Plus: The NY Times bashes open source for not making enough money, and read a review of Deepin 2014 by LinuxBSDos. READ MORE NoSQL is a no go once again Twice now Matthew Mombrea deeply investigated NoSQL for an upcoming project, and twice now he's come to the conclusion that it would be a bad decision. Here's why. READ MORE Microsoft wants you to forget Windows 8 Look to Vista for how Redmond will treat Windows 8 as it moves on to the next bright, shiny OS. READ MORE Newegg takes pre-orders for Samsung's first 3D Pro SSD The 850 Pro SSD is designed for workstations and high-end PCs. READ MORE Sony puts together $15 million package to settle 2011 Playstation data breach lawsuits In happier news, next week your PS4 will be able to play 3D Blu-rays, and why that matters. READ MORE SURVEY: Got 10 minutes? Tell us about your tech interests and you could win an iPad mini ITworld is conducting its annual survey about your involvement with and interest in various technology categories, and invites you to participate. Survey participants will have the opportunity to win an iPad mini and sign up to receive a report outlining survey highlights. Take the survey now! GIVEAWAYS: We've got 5 copies of each of these new books to give away to some lucky ITworld readers. Enter now for your chance to win! App Accomplished: Strategies for App Development Success SQL Queries for Mere Mortals: A Hands-On Guide to Data Manipulation in SQL DON'T MISS... Enterprise mobility management: Tools to create a secure and scalable mobile experience Your goal is to choose a solution that addresses increasingly powerful mobile devices, demanding users and complex security challenges. To get you started, take a look at the key players in the market, the important differentiators of each solution and the top questions to ask. Go now! Ringing a bell: 11 common phrases and terms that came from obsolete technology IT salaries for the 20 hottest tech skills Quick Look: Ubuntu GNOME 14.04 Haunting photos of a village built to handle electronic waste Willkommen software engineers! 10 countries that pay you what you're worth Follow ITworld Share this email You are currently subscribed to itworld_today as security.world@gmail.com. Unsubscribe from this newsletter | Manage your subscriptions | Subscribe | Privacy Policy Learn about INSIDER When accessing content promoted in this email, you are providing consent for your information to be shared with the sponsors of the content. Please see our Privacy Policy for more information. If you are interested in advertising in this newsletter, please contact: sean_weglage@itworld.com Copyright (C) 2014 ITworld, 492 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701 ** Please do not reply to this message. To contact someone directly, send an e-mail to online@itworld.com. **