Mobile #Qstudio parental control software

Today I would like to mention Qstodio software that is a nice parental control that work properly on these devices:

https://www.qustodio.com/en/

  1. Windows
  2. Mac
  3. Chromebook
  4. Android
  5. iPhone/iPad
  6. Kink mobile phone, tablets

Numbers 8 million families protected

Top-rated app – 4.3

Major topics are:

  • Filter content & apps
  • Monitor activity
  • Set time limits
  • Schedule screen-free moments
  • Track calls & SMS for Android and iOS
  • Locate family
  • Reports, alerts & SOS
  • AI applied to WhatsApp, SMS, calls, Tik Tok, Instagram, Facebook etc. etc.

I would add that they have technical support that is a very nice feature.

Be Aware that it does not have Antivirus capabilities and, in any case, it permit to block proxy and/or VPN addon/app/software (obviously you need to find them on app list and block them)

From my side I utilize, on Windows device, https://www.opendns.com/ too (to improve security and reporting)

From my side I will evaluate to create a more detailed technical article.

In any case, from my usage point of view, I am satisfied with that (price is not lo but, where Family link was not able to block child’s workarounds, Qstodio it does =)


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What happens when I set time limits with Qustodio

What is extra time and how can I use it?

What is extra time and how can I use it?







Server #Error 0x800f0922 installing windows update KB5066793

On microsoft Windows server at the end of installing windows update KB5066793 (at 98%) the update rolls back and shows Error 0x800f0922 in windows update.

Solution is opening regedit.exe and delete this registry key:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WINEVT\Publishers\{53e3d721-2aa0-4743-b2db-299d872b8e3d}

More details con be found here

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/5597589/error-0x800f0922-installing-windows-update-kb50667

Edge #How to reset profile

If you need to reset Edge settings profile (you will lose only stored password, bookmarks can be easily reimported, plugin/extentions could be re-downloaded) you need to go to this path and rename following folder

C:\Users\%username%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Edge\User Data\

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/1355083/delete-all-microsoft-edge-profiles-(complete-reset

https://angolodiwindows.com/2022/04/come-resettare-microsoft-edge/

Windows 11 #Real time subtitles #Live Captions

Windows 11 has a built in feature (Windows Live Captions) that provides real-time audio trasnscription.

This way, everything heard by the device can be read out in real time, increasing accessibility for people with hearing problems or those wishing to improve their audio comprehension.

Consider that there are no privacy concerns due to fact that translation occur locally and it work offline as well.

Additionally, real-time subtitles aren't limited to specific apps; they work seamlessly with any audio source on Windows 11.

Windows 11 24H2 or newer are necessary to have full features working properly. There are Drivers and CPU requirements that should be considered.

Live captions can provide automatic transcription of audio to text on the screen. To turn on live captions, do one of the following:

  • Turn on the Live captions toggle in the quick settings Accessibility flyout. (To open quick settings, select the battery, network, or volume icon on the taskbar.)
  • Press the Windows logo key  + Ctrl + L.
  • Select Start > All apps > Accessibility > Live captions.
  • Go to Settings  > Accessibility > Captions and turn on the Live captions toggle. 

[original articles]

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/tips/live-captions

https://www.microsoft.com/it-it/windows/tips/live-captions

https://it.windowsnoticias.com/Come-attivare-i-sottotitoli-in-tempo-reale-in-Windows-11/



FIREWALL #PALO ALTO advisory about Device Certificate for CDSS #deadline February 11, 2026

To avoid Palo Alto service destruption be aware that beginning February 11, 2026, Device Certificates will be required for connecting with the cloud-delivered security services (CDSS) listed below. 

If you are registered complete advisory could be found here

It will result in a partial or complete loss of functionality for the impacted features, products, or services.

For example, neglecting to deploy the hotfix and complete the onboarding process for the Device Certificate for CDSS will compromise the effectiveness of security rules linked to critical services like URL Filtering and WildFire. As a result, these cloud security services will be unable to deliver accurate detections or verdicts. 

Device Certificate enforcement impacts the following services and products: 

Cloud Delivered Security Services (CDSS): 

DNS Security

URL Filtering and Advanced URL Filtering

WildFire and Advanced WildFire

NGFW models: 

PA-200

PA-220

PA-220R

PA-500

PA-8XX

PA-30XX Series

PA-32XX Series

PA-50XX Series

PA-52XX Series

PA-70XX Series

VM-Series and CN-Series 

Panorama appliances both virtual appliances and M-Series

WildFire appliances WF-500 and WF-500-B

Please follow these steps to review and remediate your impacted devices: 

1. Log in to your CSP account.
2. Navigate to Products Assets.
3. In the "Asset Dashboard" section, click the Remediation Required button. 
4. Scroll down to the table. Impacted devices are identified by the message “Device Certificate Required for Cloud-Delivered Security Services (CDSS)” in the Remediation Required column. 
5. Take the specific action listed in the Remediation Required column for each device.