Google Maps in Egypt, the Shellshock bug, Assassin’s Creed: Identity and Windows 10, all on this week’s Softonic Minute.
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Google Maps takes you to ancient Egypt
Google Maps now lets you travel to see ancient Egypt. Take a tour of the Pyramids of Giza and other architectural marvels. If you want to discover the secret corners of ancient Egypt without leaving home, Google Street View is the perfect tool.
Shellshock leaves websites and Macs vulnerable
A newly discovered vulnerability in the Bash command left many computers and website servers vulnerable this week. Macs and were affected by the bug but Apple quickly pushed out a patch for the vulnerability. Even smart appliances like thermostats and web cameras are vulnerable to the Shellshock bug. The vulnerability is still new so we likely won’t see its full effects for some time.
Assassin’s Creed: Identity set to launch of Android and iOS
Ubisoft announced another game in the Assassin’s Creed franchise called Assassin’s Creed: Identity. It will be the first 3D adventure series for smartphones and tablets. In Identity, players can create their own assassins and fulfill missions in Italy during the Renaissance. The game will be available for Android and iOS devices some time in 2015.
Windows 10 is the next version of Windows
Microsoft shocked users by skipping Windows 9 and jumping directly to Windows 10. The company claims the changes to the operating system are dramatic enough to merit the jump. The operating system combines the best of Windows 7 and 8 with new features like a hybrid Start Menu and multiple desktops. There are also rumors that Microsoft had to skip Windows 9 because of a code bug that would mistake the operating system for Windows 95 and 98.
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