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zdnet.com > business > why-companies-use-outdated-dbms-percona-report

97% of US database administrators are running obsolete programs

1+ day, 16+ hour ago   (539+ words) Nearly all database professionals surveyed by Percona said their organizations still run database versions past official end-of-life. But why? September 11, 2026, 5:22 pm ET We all use out-of-date software. Sometimes we do it out of laziness, sometimes upgrading costs too much, and…...

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zdnet.com > business > switzerland-replaces-microsoft-365-open-source-opendesk

Switzerland takes a Swiss Army knife to Microsoft 365

1+ day, 18+ hour ago   (602+ words) Two divisions of Switzerland's government are shifting from Microsoft 365 to open-source openDesk. Here's why. September 11, 2026, 2:57 pm ET Switzerland’s federal government is moving to create an open-source, digitally sovereign workplace for thousands of employees, while the Swiss Armed Forces’ Cyber Command…...

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zdnet.com > innovation > chatgpt-sketch-ai-image-generator-tutorial

You can doodle in ChatGPT now, and it'll transform your drawings into polished images - how to try it

3+ day, 21+ hour ago   (519+ words) With ChatGPT’s new Sketch tool, you can draw directly in the chat window and then watch as your drawing is transformed into a final image. September 9, 2026, 12:17 pm ET My mom was an accomplished botanical and watercolor artist. Sadly, I never…...

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zdnet.com > tech > how-to-negotiate-saas-contracts

How to negotiate your SaaS contracts more effectively, according to 5 business leaders

4+ day, 16+ hour ago   (1379+ words) Five startup C-suite execs share insider advice on SaaS contract negotiation. September 8, 2026, 5:15 pm ET Once your company headcount exceeds a minimum threshold, contract negotiations become a routine part of the software onboarding process. SaaS companies frequently offer bulk pricing and…...

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zdnet.com > innovation > dyad-free-ai-app-builder

I used a free, open-source AI tool to build a working app for free - in two days

4+ day, 17+ hour ago   (900+ words) Want to try your hand at developing web, mobile, or full-stack apps but have zero experience? Dyad is here to help - available for Linux, MacOS and Windows. September 8, 2026, 4:23 pm ET Over the past week, I’ve been on a quest to…...

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zdnet.com > article > ai-liability-risks-enterprise-legal-exposure

Your AI vendor could land you in legal hot water - what business experts say you must do

4+ day, 18+ hour ago   (1132+ words) When AI makes a mistake, liability doesn't stop with the company who made the tool. September 8, 2026, 3:01 pm ET Large language models are sold on the promise of efficiency, faster decision-making, and a higher benefit-to-cost ratio compared to headcount expansion and…...

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zdnet.com > tech > rision-magic-thermal-camera-review

This tiny tool gave my phone thermal vision - and powerful diagnostic superpowers

4+ day, 21+ hour ago   (907+ words) Why you can trust ZDNET: ZDNET independently tests and researches products to bring you our best recommendations and advice. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Tech > Smartphones > Mobile Accessories The Rision Magic helps DIYers like…...

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zdnet.com > article > google-docs-drives-sheets-slides-users-sharing-files-just-got-easier-and-more-secure-2

Google Docs, Drives, Sheets, Slides users: Sharing files just got easier and more secure

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (435+ words) Business > Enterprise Software Google puts permissions controls at the center of its new interface for sharing documents. April 29, 2020, 11:00 am ET Google has redesigned the interface for Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms on the web to make it easier…...

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zdnet.com > innovation > shadow-ai-tools-at-work-risks

45% of professionals use shadow AI tools??? here???s how to manage the risks

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (1266+ words) The use of unsanctioned AI tools is growing. Here’s why it's risky and how you and your business can control it. September 4, 2026, 1:27 pm ET Shadow AI is rapidly becoming a massive issue for organizations. Research suggests 45% of employees used unsanctioned…...

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zdnet.com > innovation > aisle-ai-vulnerability-management-curl-bugs

This AI tool found 6 Curl vulnerabilities Mythos and Codex missed - even Greg KH is impressed

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (573+ words) Aisle found six Curl flaws after Mythos and Codex reported none. September 4, 2026, 8:23 am ET You may not have heard of Aisle, an AI-native vulnerability-management startup, but some of the best open-source maintainers know it well and really like it. Why?...