A screenshot on the official Google blog post shows that the security feature will also scan files like docs to warn against potential phishing attempts.
Google says that the Google Drive security banner feature is rolling out gradually, and more users will be getting it in the coming days.
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Google Drive is getting a new update to help users navigate through ‘secure’ files. The company says users will now see a “warning banner” when they are about to open a potentially dangerous file. The warning banner for Google Drive that was first announced in October at Google Cloud Next 2021 is already live on Google Docs, Sheets. slides, and drawings. It’s largely unclear how this feature works, but it’s possible that the Google AI will scan for unknown file types and formats. This may be similar to the security protocols Google has put in place to “block threats like spam, phishing, and malware.”
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A screenshot on the official Google blog post shows that the security feature will also scan files like docs to warn against potential phishing attempts. Google says the feature is available to all Google Workspace and GSuite customers. This basically means that the admin of the paid subscription will have no control over this privacy feature. Additionally, there is also no “end user setting for this feature”.
google says Google Drive The security banner feature is rolling out gradually, and more users will be getting it in the coming days. This facility was started from January 20. Both android smartphone And iPhone users should make sure that they are using the latest version of the app to enjoy the latest features.
Earlier this year, Google also announced plans to make the Android ‘ecosystem’ more integrated and intuitive – just as Apple products are interconnected and work seamlessly. It also announced the expansion of Fast Pair technology to smart home devices and Chromebooks. Fast Pair will enable compatible wireless earphones/headphones/earbuds to connect to Bluetooth-enabled devices with fewer clicks. Additionally, the company is working on a new feature for users to unlock laptops with its Google Wear OS-powered smartwatch. See full list of upgrades Here,
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