Also on the podcast, we discuss Friday's DDoS attacks that brought down the internet and Twitter's expected layoffs.

Microsoft is holding a big hardware showcase Wednesday, and there are rumors a new all-in-one Surface desktop is coming. Still, the company isn't expected to come out with new versions of several well-known items, including the Surface Pro tablet and Microsoft Band.

The event starts at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. ET and a live stream is available.

Also on today's show, we discuss why Friday's big internet attack was so effective, as well as Twitter's expected round of job cuts.

The 3:59 gives you bite-size news and analysis about the top stories of the day, brought to you by the CNET News team in New York and producer Bryan VanGelder.

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