Black Friday 2022 is shaping up to be a good season for gaming PC deals. Indeed, it will be the first Black Friday where RTX 30-series video cards go unmarked against MSRP. Lower prices for video cards also mean lower prices on prebuilt gaming PCs with those same GPUs. Also. with video card supplies no longer an issue, you can order a gaming PC and expect to receive it in a very reasonable time.

Walmart Black Friday Gaming Computer Deals

Walmart doesn’t have too many Black Friday gaming PC deals, but the ones they do have are pretty good. You will find fantastic deals on prebuilt gaming PCs from IBUYPOWER.

Best Buy Black Friday gaming PC deals

Best Buy has a wider selection of Black Friday gaming PC deals from more brands like IBUYPOWER, CyberPowerPC, Acer, and even Lenovo.

Dell Black Friday Gaming PC Deals

The Dell Black Friday sale includes deals on Alienware Aurora and Dell XPS gaming PCs. The Alienware Aurora certainly has gaming in its DNA; it’s sleek, shiny, colorful and includes more customization options and better cooling than XPS desktops to make it your ultimate gaming PC. The XPS, on the other hand, benefits from a simpler and more sober design with fewer options but at an extremely reasonable price. In terms of gaming performance, both will do the job just fine.

New Dell XPS Intel Core i7-12700 Alder Lake RTX 3060 Ti Gaming PC with 16GB DDR5 RAM, 512GB SSD, 1TB Hard disk

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Alienware Aurora R14 AMD Ryzen 7 5800X RTX 3080 Ti Gaming PC with 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD

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Alienware Aurora R13 Intel Core i7-12700F RTX 3060 Ti Gaming PC 16GB RAM 512GB SSD

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Alienware Aurora R14 AMD Ryzen 9 5900 RTX 3080 Ti Gaming PC with 32GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 1TB Hard disk

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Alienware Aurora R13 Intel Core i9-12900F RTX 3080Ti Gaming PC with 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, 1TB Hard disk

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Check out our Dell Black Friday article or the latest Dell Black Friday Announcement more deals on laptops, PCs and gaming monitors.

HP Gaming PC Deals

These are the newly redesigned HP ENVY and OMEN models for 2022. With the exception of the super-cheap HP Pavilion RTX 3060 gaming PC for under $1000, the rest of these configurations are once again equipped with best-in-class 12e generation Intel Alder Lake processors. Some of these configurations are customizable; the upgrades we’ve selected place more emphasis on DIY components such as the CPU and GPU while leaving RAM and storage options completely stock. That’s because it’s often much cheaper to go find the best deal on your own RAM and SSD and then install it yourself.

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HP OMEN 25L AMD Ryzen 5 5600G RTX 3080 8GB RAM 256GB Gaming PC SSD

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HP OMEN 40L Liquid Cooled Intel Core i7-12700K Alder Lake RTX 3080 Gaming PC 8GB RAM 512GB SSD

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HP OMEN 25L Intel Core i7-12700 RTX 3070 Gaming PC 16GB RAM 512GB SSD

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HP Victus Intel Core i5-2400 Alder Lake RTX 3060 Ti Gaming PC 8GB RAM 256GB SSD

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HP Pavilion Intel Core i7-11700 RTX 3060 Gaming PC with 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 2TB Hard disk

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HP Pavilion AMD Ryzen 7 5700G RTX 3060 Gaming PC with 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 1TB Hard disk

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HP OMEN 45L RTX 3080 Gaming PC Deal

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The OMEN 45L 2022 is HP’s flagship gaming PC. We haven’t really seen a mainstream vendor offer a more robust cooling system than what we see here. The 45L is a chunky chassis with three intake fans for excellent airflow. Even more impressive is the beefy 240mm liquid cooling system (expandable to 360mm for $80) mounted in its own compartment at the top of the case, dubbed the “Cryo Chamber”. This allows for cooling that rivals DIY enthusiast systems.

New Release: Alienware Aurora R15 Intel Core i9 Raptor Lake GeForce RTX 4090 Gaming PC

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New for the 2022-2023 season, the Alienware Aurora R15 is Dell’s first-ever PC featuring both the 13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake processor and RTX 40-series GPU. The Intel Core i9-13900KF boasts a turbo clock speed of 5.8 GHz and a whopping 24 cores and 32 threads. It’s significantly more powerful than the i9 Alder Lake, and it gives AMD’s flagship AMD Ryzen 9 7950X a run for its money.

The RTX 4090 is by far the most powerful video card you can get right now. No other GPU, whether from NVIDIA or AMD, comes close. For reference, the RTX 4090 is around 110% faster in 4K gaming than the already impressive RTX 3080. It’s around 60% faster than the previous king, the RTX 3090 Ti. This could very well be the biggest performance upgrade in a single generational gap for the GeForce line of cards.

Should you upgrade your gaming PC?

Of course, the answer depends entirely on your situation. However, in terms of technical advancements, the new CPUs and GPUs this time around are significant upgrades over their predecessors.

Gaming processors to consider

The Intel Core i7 Alder Lake processor is Intel’s 12th generation processor and a pretty big jump in power over any of the previous Intel chips. It’s definitely one of the best upgrades you can make on the Intel platform, especially since most previous Core i7 revisions have been incremental. There’s now an even newer processor, the 13th Gen Raptor Lake, but it’s too new to see any good deals on this processor and the improvement over Alder Lake isn’t worth the price premium.

On the AMD side, the Ryzen 7000 series processors are also a notable step forward. However, these are the latest generation processors and will not go on sale as easily as the AMD 6000 and 5000 series processors. On that note, the AMD 6000 is just a gradual upgrade from the 5000 series and you should consider getting one or the other depending on what offers are available.

Gaming GPUs to Consider

The RTX 30 series video cards are a huge improvement over the RTX 20 series video cards. The RTX 3060 Ti, for example, a “mid-range” card, is as powerful as the RTX 2080 SUPER, the card “top of the range” of previous generations. If you have a video card older than this generation, this will probably be the best upgrade you can make. Sure, the newly released RTX 40 series cards are even better performing, but with the cheapest RTX 40 series card starting at over $1000, the value proposition just isn’t there. .

AMD has decent video cards. The AMD Radeon RX 6850 XT is a bit slower than the RTX 3080 and the RX 6700 XT is a bit slower than the RTX 3070, but these cards lack DLSS and underperform in ray tracing performance. That said, gaming PCs with these AMD cards could potentially cost several hundred dollars less than their NVIDIA counterparts. You shouldn’t count them if you’re taking them for your money’s worth.

Looking for more discounts? Take a look at our guide to the best Black Friday deals.

The enemies of the power conference face off Wednesday afternoon in the Bahamas. The Battle 4 Atlantis 2022 kicks off with a clash between #3 Kansas Jayhawks and the NC State Wolfpack. Both teams are 4-0 this season. NC State has three double-digit wins, and Kansas has been impressive, including a victory over the Duke Blue Devils.

Tipping is at 12 p.m. ET in Nassau. Caesars Sportsbook ranks Kansas as a 9-point favorite, while the over/under, or total number of runs Vegas thinks it will score, is 156.5 in the latest NC State vs. Kansas odds. Before making Kansas vs NC State picks, be sure to see college basketball predictions and betting tips from SportsLine’s proven computer model.

The SportsLine projection model simulates every Division I college basketball game 10,000 times. Over the past six years, the proprietary computer model has generated an impressive profit of more than $1,400 for $100 players on its site the better rated. college basketball pick against the spread.

Now the model has set its sights on Kansas vs. NC State and just locked in his CBB picks and predictions. You can visit SportsLine now to see the choices. here are the middle School basketball odds and betting lines for NC State vs. Kansas:

• Spread NC State vs. Kansas: Kansas -9
• NC State vs. Kansas over/under: 156.5 points
• NC State vs. Kansas silver line: Kansas -475, NC State +360
• NCST: The Wolfpack are 2-2 ATS
• KU: Jayhawks are 1-3 ATS
• Choice between NC State and Kansas: View SportsLine Picks

Why NC State can cover

NC State has a dynamic option in Terquavion Smith, who is a projected first-round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. He is averaging 19.0 points, 5.3 assists and 3.3 steals per game, and NC State is posting 88.3 points per game as a team. The Wolfpack is above average in overall offensive efficiency and NC State ranks in the top 15 in the nation in 2-point shooting at 61.1%. NC State is also shooting 36.9 percent from 3-point range and the Wolfpack commits a turnover on just 15.2 percent of offensive possessions.

NC State also plans to take advantage of a Kansas team with below-average defensive rebounding rates and, on the other end, the Wolfpack are excellent at defensive rebounding, grabbing 81.4% of available rebounds. NC State has a top-20 steal rate (15.2%) in the nation, and the Wolfpack forces a giveaway on 22.7% of defensive possessions. NC State holds opponents at 46.8 percent on 2-point shots and the Wolfpack blocks 13.0 percent of shots.

Why Kansas Can Cover

Kansas is excelling on defense this season. The Jayhawks are in the top 10 in the nation in adjusted defensive efficiency, which makes life difficult for opponents. Kansas is holding the opposition to 25.5 percent on 3-point shooting and 44.8 percent from inside the arc this season, and the Jayhawks have a 19.5 percent block rate that ranks in the national top 10. Kansas is above average in preventing free throw attempts, and the Jayhawks are forcing a turnover on 19.7 percent of defensive possessions.

NC State is outside the top 250 nationally in free throw creation rate, and Kansas has stellar offensive metrics as well. The Jayhawks are shooting nearly 56% on 2-point attempts, and Kansas has a stellar 15.9% turnover rate. Kansas also avoids live ball turnovers at the elite level and secures nearly 32% of shots missed on the offensive glass.

How to make choices between NC State and Kansas

SportsLine’s model leans into the total, projecting a combined 150 points. The model also indicates that one side of the gap hits more than 60% of the time. You can see the choices here.

So who wins Kansas vs. NC State? And which side of the gap hits more than 60% of the time? Visit SportsLine now to find out which side of the spread you should jump on, all from the model who crushed his college basketball picks.and find out.

PC maker Hewlett Packard announced on Tuesday that it will lay off up to 6,000 employees over the next three years as the slump in the global economy continues to affect the US tech sector.

HP, which employs around 61,000 people, said it aims to achieve $1.4 billion in annual savings through 2025 by following the cost-cutting path of other tech giants such as Meta , Amazon and Twitter, owner of Facebook.

The plan “will allow us to better serve our customers and drive long-term value creation by reducing our costs and reinvesting in key growth initiatives to position our business for the future,” said HP’s CEO, Enrique Lores, in a press release.

Meta announced earlier this month that it would be laying off more than 11,000 of its employees and Twitter saw half of its 7,500 employees cut just days after billionaire Elon Musk bought the company in late October.

“These are the toughest decisions we have to make, as they impact colleagues we care about. We are committed to treating people with care and respect…” a spokesperson said. from HP in an email to AFP.

HP, which makes computer hardware and printers, announced the layoff plan by announcing an 11.2% drop in revenue to $14.8 billion for the last fiscal quarter of 2022.

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Minister of Plantation Industries

By Hiran H. Senewiratne

Sri Lanka’s post-harvest losses in the agricultural sector stand at more than Rs 55 billion, a problem that needs to be addressed as soon as possible, said Minister of Plantation Industries, Dr Ramesh Pathirana.

“As the whole world is heading towards a major food crisis, including Sri Lanka, post-harvest loss is an issue that the government has looked into extensively and there are many proposals underway to address this issue,” he said. said Pathirana on the opening day of “Pro Food, Pro Pack & Ag-biz 2022”, Sri Lanka’s only comprehensive food, agriculture and packaging exhibition, recently launched at BMICH.

This year’s event was the 19th consecutive such exhibition. The three-day exhibition ended on November 19.

The event was organized by the Food Processors Association of Sri Lanka in collaboration with Lanka Exhibition and Conference Services (Pvt) Ltd (LECS). The exhibition was supported and approved by the Ministry of Plantation Industries.

Pathirana added, “Government is now paying particular attention to the growth of the export and manufacturing sectors. But post-harvest losses are also a subject that has been highlighted with crop damage due to wild animals, which also amounts to Rs 55 billion.

“This event which has seen an evolutionary rise over the decades will be held under the theme ‘Farm to Fork’, designating the entire chain of the food industry, which includes and revolves around farms, up to processing, packaging, transport and finally consumption.

“The exhibition could not be held for the past two years due to the global pandemic. But now, with the revival of events in Sri Lanka, this exhibition has sold out. The organizers had planned to hold a large spectacle.

Agri Business Council Chairman Mario de Alwis said the three-day consumer expo and fair will attract a wide audience from all walks of the country.

“The event is a platform to interact with potential buyers and also helps to understand the new

technology used for the sector. Additionally, the event will showcase all facets of the food and beverage industry and include the intricate details and meticulous processes that are required to make food products accessible to the consumer, he said.

Observers added, “The event is renowned for providing a unique and comprehensive platform for the discovery and introduction of food processing, engineering and packaging services, among a host of other benefits for visitors and exhibitors.

“The first pavilion was that of the largest global player in the region, India. More than 50 Indian companies participated in this year’s event, promoted by the Associated Chamber of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM). The second pavilion is near the Export Development Board (EDB).

“The “National Packaging Pavilion” present at the show gives SMEs and small businesses the tools and know-how on value-added packaging services.

“The Ministry of Industries sponsored the SME and micro-enterprise pavilion within the

an event. The organizing committee had taken a very good initiative by providing a special pavilion for university students to also exhibit their innovations.

‘A highlight of this year’s event was the Street Food Fiesta and Cooking Studio.

The event has been referred to as ‘a must see’ throughout its existence.’

In this article, we’ll take a look at the top dividend-paying stocks of billionaire Steve Cohen. If you want to learn more about billionaire Steve Cohen’s top dividend-paying stocks, head straight to Billionaire Steve Cohen’s 5 Best Dividend Stocks.

Billionaire Steve Cohen is the founder of Point72 Asset Management which, at the end of September, had a portfolio of 13F stocks worth more than $25 billion. Prior to founding Point72 Asset Management, Cohen was the founder of SAC Capital Advisors which generated above average returns for two decades.

Due to the success of SAC Capital Advisors and Point72 Asset Management, Steve Cohen is worth around $12.8 billion according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. In addition to owning stock, Cohen also owns the New York Mets.

When it comes to Point72 Asset Management, the fund offers many different strategies, including long short equity investing and systematic investing.

In terms of long/short equity investing, the strategy is Point72’s largest in terms of asset allocation and is an industry-aligned multi-manager venture where teams are empowered to perform in-depth fundamental research and manage unique investment processes.

For systematic investing, Point72 Asset Management designs and implements computer-driven systematic trading strategies to buy and sell across multiple asset classes.

Since Point72 Asset Management has many different investment teams and the fund also uses computer-driven trading strategies for part of its fund, Point72 Asset Management has many different positions. For the third quarter, for example, the fund has over 1,800 positions in different stocks.

2022

Given high inflation, the Federal Reserve has raised interest rates six times in 2022 so far and US Treasury yields have risen significantly as a result.

Given the higher yields on Treasuries, many dividend-paying stocks have declined since the start of the year as capital has flowed from dividend-paying stocks into Treasuries, which in some cases offer higher yields. students. As a result, some high-quality, blue-chip dividend-paying stocks have fairly low valuations that could be attractive if the Federal Reserve ultimately wins its war on inflation.

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Given the current economic uncertainty, however, the market could fall further if economic data fails to meet expectations. As a result, it might make sense for long-term investors to own a well-diversified portfolio of stocks across many different sectors.

Steven Cohen of Point72 Asset Management

Methodology

For Billionaire Steve Cohen’s Top 10 Dividend-Paying Stocks list, we’ve taken 10 dividend-paying stocks from Billionaire Steve Cohen’s Top 25 Positions at Point72 Asset Management according to Q3 2022 13F filings.

We’ve ranked them based on the value of Point72 Asset Management’s stake in the stock.

Billionaire Steve Cohen’s 10 Best Dividend Stocks

10. GlaxoSmithKline plc (NYSE:GSK)

Value of Point72 Asset Management’s stake as of 09/30: $136,021,000

Percentage of Point72 Asset Management’s 13F portfolio as of 09/30: 0.54%

Dividend yield as of 11/18: 4.96%

GlaxoSmithKline plc (NYSE: GSK) is a leading pharmaceutical giant with a dividend yield of nearly 5% as of 11/18. Although GlaxoSmithKline plc (NYSE:GSK) shares are down nearly 27% year-to-date due to general market weakness and legal action against Zantac, Point72 Asset Management has initiated a new stake of more than $136 million, or 0.54% of the fund’s 13F stock portfolio in GlaxoSmithKline. plc (NYSE:GSK) in the third quarter. With average EPS estimated at $3.12 for 2022, $3.39 for 2023 and $3.64 for 2024, GlaxoSmithKline plc’s (NYSE:GSK) annual dividend of $1.64 per share looks safe if the company meets profit expectations.

Alongside Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT), Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (NYSE:FIS) and AstraZeneca plc (NASDAQ:AZN), GlaxoSmithKline plc (NYSE:GSK) is one of the billionaire’s top dividend-paying stocks Steve Cohen’s Point72 Asset Management’s. wallet.

9. Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:DELL)

Value of Point72 Asset Management’s stake as of 09/30: $139,308,000

Percentage of Point72 Asset Management’s 13F portfolio as of 09/30: 0.55%

Dividend yield on 18/11: 3.14%

Point72 Asset Management initiated a new stake worth more than $139 million at the end of September in leading hardware company Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:DELL) in the third quarter, where the price of the stock ranged from about $34 to $49 per share. Given Dell Technologies Inc.’s (NYSE:DELL) current price of $42.04, Point72 Asset Management could be lower or higher on its position depending on its average price. In terms of analyst estimates, Citi’s Jim Suva recently cut his price target to $55 from $60 per share, but retained a “Buy” rating on Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:DELL) citing an environment weakened for PCs, smartphones and printers given the macroeconomic headwinds.

Considering Point72 Asset Management’s ranking, Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:DELL) ranks 9th on our list of billionaire Steve Cohen’s top 10 dividend-paying stocks.

8. Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROST)

Value of Point72 Asset Management’s stake as of 09/30: $146,784,000

Percentage of Point72 Asset Management’s 13F portfolio as of 09/30: 0.58%

Dividend yield on 18/11: 1.15%

Point72 Asset Management increased its position in Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROST) by 210% in the third quarter to end the quarter with a position worth more than $146 million in the retail chain of clothing and fashion for the home at low prices. Considering Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROST) rose nearly 10% on Nov. 18 on stronger-than-expected Q3 earnings and guidance, new buying has been profitable at least in the short term.

Madison Mid Cap Fund commented on Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROST) in a third quarter 2022 letter to investors,

7. Juniper Networks, Inc. (NYSE: JNPR)

Value of Point72 Asset Management’s stake as of 09/30: $163,388,000

Percentage of Point72 Asset Management’s 13F portfolio as of 09/30: 0.65%

Dividend yield on 18/11: 2.66%

Billionaire Steve Cohen’s Point72 Asset Management increased its position in Juniper Networks, Inc. (NYSE:JNPR) by 376% in the third quarter to end the quarter with a position worth 0.65% of the fund’s 13F stock portfolio. Thanks to the broader market recovery, shares of the leading network products and services company rose from $26.12 at the end of September to $31.57 on November 18. Juniper Networks, Inc. (NYSE: JNPR) also has a dividend yield of 2.66%. In terms of preliminary third quarter results, Juniper Networks, Inc. (NYSE: JNPR) achieved adjusted EPS of $0.58 on sales of $1.415 billion versus estimates of $0.50 billion and $1.35 billion.

Considering Point72 Asset Management’s participation, Juniper Networks, Inc. (NYSE: JNPR) ranks 7th on our list of billionaire Steve Cohen’s top 10 dividend-paying stocks.

6. Oracle Corporation (NASDAQ: ORCL)

Value of Point72 Asset Management’s stake as of 09/30: $183,651,000

Percentage of Point72 Asset Management’s 13F portfolio as of 09/30: 0.73%

Dividend yield on 18/11: 1.61%

Point72 Asset Management more than doubled its position in Oracle Corporation (NASDAQ:ORCL) in the third quarter to the end of September with a stake value of over $183 million. Although shares of Oracle Corporation Inc (NASDAQ:ORCL) are down around 8.6% since the start of the year, Deutsche Bank’s Brad Zelnick raised his price target from $110 to $120 and retained a “Buy” rating citing the company’s public cloud growth prospects. Oracle Corporation (NASDAQ:ORCL) has a dividend yield of 1.61%.

As Oracle Corporation (NASDAQ:ORCL), Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT), Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (NYSE:FIS) and AstraZeneca plc (NASDAQ:AZN) are among billionaire Steve Cohen’s Point72 Asset top dividend stocks. Management at the end of the third quarter of 2022.

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Apple’s rapid transition to Arm-based systems-on-chips has shown the industry just how possible such a change is if designed correctly. Canalys analysts estimate that Arm’s architecture is progressing so rapidly that Arm-powered SoCs will take a significant share of the PC market and half of the cloud server market in just four years. But not everyone in the industry is so optimistic.

“By 2026, not 2050 but 2026, in four years half of cloud processors will be ARM-based, 30% of PCs will be ARM-based,” said Steve Brazier, president and CEO of research firm Canalys market, during an event, reports DigiTimes (opens in a new tab). “This is an extraordinary event and an industry-changing event that just hasn’t been taken seriously enough.

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Ransomware attacks are increasingly targeting small business owners. And if you’re not prepared, a ransomware attack can devastate your business. This article will share everything you need to know about how to recover from ransomware.

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What is ransomware?

Ransomware is malicious software that installs itself on a computer or mobile device without the user’s knowledge and then encrypts files and data on the device. Then the user is usually presented with a ransom note demanding payment to decrypt the data.

Ransomware can also completely block users from accessing their devices. In some cases, ransomware can even spread to other network devices.

Keeping your devices updated with the latest security patches, using an anti-ransomware program, ignoring emails from unknown sources, and backing up your important data are practical ways to protect your business against ransomware.

Is ransomware recovery possible for a company?

Yes, ransomware recovery is possible for a business. But recovery time and the amount of data lost during recovery can vary significantly, depending on the severity of the attack and the level of preparedness of the business. It becomes easier to recover from a ransomware attack if you have data saved on external storage devices or in the cloud.

How to recover from a ransomware attack

Here is a step-by-step process to recover from a ransomware attack:

1. Don’t Panic

As a business owner, realizing that ransomware has hit your computer systems can be frightening. Your first instinct may be to panic and give in to the abuser’s demands, but it’s important to remember that there are other ways to handle the situation.

The calmer you are, the better you will be able to assess the situation and explore various recovery skills.

2. Disconnect infected devices

A critical step in recovering from a ransomware attack is to disconnect infected devices from the network. This prevents the spread of ransomware and protects other devices connected to the network.

So, as soon as you discover a ransomware infection, quickly disconnect the infected devices from the network or server and any external storage devices. If your infected devices have airplane mode, enable it. Turn off the device if you cannot turn off the internet connection.

3. Check other devices and servers

Once you disconnect the infected devices, you should check the other devices for any signs of encrypted files. Even if you see no signs of data encryption and are suspicious, disconnect all devices and servers from your network. Then scan all computers with reputable anti-ransomware tool.

4. Check all storage devices for infection

After checking all your computer devices, you should scan all your external storage devices in your company. Ransomware often targets all types of storage devices, including hard drives and external storage devices.

5. Verify data exfiltration

Your data can be exfiltrated during the ransomware attack. You should therefore check computer systems and attached storage devices for any signs of data exfiltration.

Monitoring outbound traffic patterns, foreign IP address connections, and a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system can help you detect any data exfiltration incidents.

6. Avoid paying the ransom

When a ransomware attack hits your business, paying the ransom might seem like the quickest way to regain access to your data and get back to work.

But you should not pay the ransom because there is no guarantee that paying the ransom will help you regain access to your files.

Small businesses should back up important files and sensitive data with proper security controls in place. This will help restore data from backups if needed.

7. Check online to find a decryption key

Many websites nowadays offer decryption keys for known ransomware. So you need to search for decryption key online. chances are you will get a decryption key to recover your data.

You can find the decryption key here, here and here.

8. Report the attack to the authorities

You should report the ransomware attack to the relevant authorities. Sometimes the authorities may have a decryption key and help you fully recover your data.

Additionally, some companies are legally required to report ransomware attacks in certain cases. And failure to do so can result in a hefty fine. You should therefore immediately inform the relevant authorities about the ransomware attack.

9. Recover data

It is not always possible to prevent ransomware attacks. This is why it is essential to back up your data regularly. Remove ransomware from your computers and start restoring data from backup to make your system operational.

You should always restore data from your backup if possible, and not from the infected device. This is because there will be data loss even while recovering data from infected devices even if you manage to get a decryption key.

10. Find out how the attack happened

Once you have removed the ransomware from your computers and restored the files, it is time to perform a security audit to find out the reasons behind the ransomware attack. This will help you strengthen the protection against ransomware to avoid any future incidents.

Additionally, you should take the necessary steps to improve the ongoing protection of data in your business. Using cloud-based data backup, creating multiple copies of essential data, and having flexible recovery options available can help you recover quickly from a ransomware attack.

You should note that ransomware attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated. And more than half of ransomware infections are caused by phishing attacks.

Training your employees in cybersecurity best practices can help prevent ransomware attacks.

Can System Recovery remove ransomware?

System Restore does not always remove ransomware because ransomware often hides in files that System Restore does not modify.

Is Ransomware data recovery easy to do?

It depends. If you have a backup of your critical data, recovery from ransomware is easy. If you don’t have data saved in local backup solution or cloud storage, it is not easy to recover ransomware data.

It is therefore imperative to have a disaster recovery plan in place against ransomware.

How long does it take to recover from a ransomware attack?

The average recovery time after a ransomware attack is one month. But the actual recovery time depends on the type of ransomware, how your computer was infected in the first place, and what kind of data availability or data backup (if any) you have.

How much does it cost to recover from a ransomware attack?

The average cost to recover from a ransomware attack is $1.4 million. But the actual cost of ransomware recovery can vary widely depending on the size and complexity of the organization, the type of data encrypted, and the availability (or lack thereof) of backed up data.

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Chinese PC maker HIGOLE has produced a tiny computer that blurs the lines between tablets and miniature desktops for years. But the company’s latest GOLE1 models are a bit different.

Whereas former members of the formation introduced Intel processors, the new GOLE1 R is a compact computer with a Rockchip RK3588 ARM processor, 8 GB of RAM, 128 GB of eMMC storage, a 5.5 inch touch screen and Android software. It’s up for pre-order via a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. But it’s also just one of two new models that HIGOLE is offering via Kickstarter.

While the GOLE1 R has a 5.5-inch screen and built-in battery, allowing you to use it as a small, chunky tablet, there’s also a GOLE1 RN that doesn’t have a screen or battery. Designed to be used as a mini-desktop rather than a portable device, it’s a bit cheaper than the GOLE1 R, but the stationary model has at least one advantage: it has an M.2 slot that you can use to add an SSD.

Both models feature LPDDR4 memory, eMMC storage, microSD card reader and full-size ports including:

• 1x Gigabit Ethernet
• 1 HDMI 2.1 output
• 1 HDMI 1.4 input
• 1 x USB Type-C (for power, DisplayPort or USB functionality)
• 4 USB 3.0 Type-A ports
• 1 x 3.5mm audio jack
• 1 x IR port for use with remote controls

The small computers also support WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 and come with Android 12 software, although HIGOLE notes that they do. not ship with the Google Play Store or other Google services. You should, however, be able to download apps. And the systems should also be compatible with Linux-based operating systems supporting the RK3588 processor.

The RK3588 processor is an octa-core chip with four 2.4GHz ARM Cortex-A76 processor cores, four 1.8GHz Cortex-A55 cores, Mali-G610 MP4 graphics, neural processing unit with up to to 6 TOP performance and 8K video support. proofreading.

But there are cheaper ways to get your hands on a desktop mini with this chip. The GOLE1 RN costs $300 during crowdfunding, while the GOLE1 R costs $353. But the FriendlyELEC NanoPi R6S single board computer with an RK3588S chip retails for just $119, and the pi orange 5 has the same processor and a starting price of just $69.

So I’m not particularly convinced that the GOLE1 RN is a very good deal. But the GOLE1 R might be slightly more appealing thanks to its tablet-like features, including a touchscreen, 2500mAh battery, mic, speaker, and G-sensor for auto screen rotation.

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