Microsoft Press has released the paperback version of Windows Server 2016 Inside Out. Since Server 2016, like Windows 10, could change significantly with updates, they have implemented a feature called Current Book Service. If any features have significant changes in the next 12 to 18 months, you can read the book's updates on these topics with a free Web Edition. If you're … [Read more...]
Volunteer to teach computer science in high schools with TEALS
Most US high schools do not have a computer science course. This puts those students at a disadvantage in understanding their future options compared to their peers at other high schools. Learning these computational skills can help no matter what career path a student chooses due to the problem-solving nature of computer science and the ubiquity of technology. TEALS is … [Read more...]
Giveaway! AmpliFi joins the dark side with new black AmpliFi HD Mesh router
Today is Star Wars Day and Ubiquiti Labs is announcing a new limited edition black AmpliFi HD Mesh Router that is a perfect fit for the "dark side". The mesh Wi-Fi router gets a sleek new look with a black finish. This allows it to fit in to a house with a darker color scheme while still being positioned optimally for the best network signal. The AmpliFi HD Mesh Router … [Read more...]
Google Summer of Code 2017
Google Summer of Code has been around since 2005. In the program, Google partners with open source software projects and technology-based groups to fund students interested in working on real world software development for three months. Students gain good experience and advice from mentors. The organizations get specific projects or features developed while increasing the … [Read more...]
#MicrosoftEDU introduced Windows 10 S, the new Surface Laptop, and Microsoft Teams for classrooms
Microsoft held their #MicrosoftEDU event today where they announced many things including Windows 10 S, the new Surface Laptop, and Microsoft Teams for classrooms. Windows 10 S is a locked down version of Windows 10 like Windows RT without the restriction to ARM processor-based PCs.It is lighter weight to run on cheaper hardware and restricts users to apps from the Windows … [Read more...]