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Cyber Security
The White House Wants Memory-Safe Programming, but What Is That?
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A US government agency has decreed that programmers should favor memory-safe languages like Rust and Java. But why are they better, and does this really matter? Let's find out in this piece.
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Windows
Apple Replaces iTunes on Windows but You Shouldn’t Uninstall It Yet
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If you use iTunes to sync or back your iPhone or iPad locally, stream your Apple Music library, or watch Apple TV content, Apple offers new apps to move you away from it. But you might still want to keep iTunes around. Check out why.
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How to Enable Two-Finger Scroll on Windows Laptops
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If you want to get around webpages and documents faster with your laptop's touchpad, Windows' two-finger scrolling setting is the best way to go. This feature will let you scroll up and down using a two-finger swiping motion on your touchpad. Here's how to enable two-finger scrolling on Windows laptops.
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Wi-Fi Connected But No Internet Access? 10 Tips to Fix It on Windows 11
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Does your device appear connected to Wi-Fi, but you cannot access the internet? Have you encountered a message like "No Internet Access" This indicates a problem with your router, device settings, or a potential technical issue with your ISP. Take these steps to resolve the issue.
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Apple
How to Screen Record on a Mac
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You may want to record your Mac's screen to make a screencast tutorial, capture gameplay footage or video calls, create a business presentation, and more. Whatever your reason, this guide walks you through how to screen record on a Mac.
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Apple Vision Pro vs. Meta Quest 3: What’s the Difference and Which Should You Buy?
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In February 2024, Apple finally unleashed the Vision Pro on the world, which it refers to as a new paradigm of "Spatial Computing." Part of the reason is to avoid comparisons to existing headsets, but it turns out that the Meta Quest 3 is actually quite similar. Find out how in this comparison of the two products.
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Tips & Tricks
8 Ways to Keep Your Laptop Battery Healthy for a Long Time
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Most laptops nowadays are powered by lithium-ion batteries, also called Li-ion batteries. While these batteries can hold a full charge when new, they gradually lose this capacity over time. Taking proper care of them is crucial to preserve their ability to hold maximum charge for as long as possible, and here are some tips to help you do just that.
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6 Tips for Working in VR
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Using a VR headset to do your normal daily computer work comes with a list of unique advantages, but if you want to get the most out of this novel option, I have a few tips that can make all the difference.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Does Being Nice to ChatGPT Make it Work Better? We Tested It Out.
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ChatGPT is just a piece of software running on a machine, so you might not think how you treat it matters. Still, could the magic words like "please" and "thank you" make a difference to how well ChatGPT works? Let's find out!
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Interesting & Random Things
5 Products Designs That Haven't Changed in Decades
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Technology moves fast, but sometimes, for some reason, certain gadgets stand the test of time and are essentially the same today as they have been from the outset. So, here are some of the most timeless classics we know of.
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