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Microsoft's New Mini PC Can't Run Apps

Tue, 11/19/2024 - 17:56

A mini PC that doesn't do anything. That's the general idea behind Microsoft's newest product, Windows 365 Link. It can't run apps and doesn't have a traditional operating system; it's just a box that logs into the Windows 365 cloud desktop platform.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Older iPhones, iPads, and Macs Are Losing Safari Sync

Tue, 11/19/2024 - 17:19

Aligning with the recent technological changes underpinning Apples iCloud, older iPhone and iPad models will stop syncing Safari bookmarks beginning Wednesday, December 18.

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How to Moderate Your Own Feed on Bluesky

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 23:30

One of the most remarkable features of Bluesky is its approach to the home page. Forget about the deluge of sponsored posts mixed in with algorithm-optimized engagement bait that youre used to seeingin Bluesky, youre in control of what you see and how often you see it.

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12 Apps for Getting More Out of Your Galaxy Watch

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 23:00

Your Galaxy Watch can do far more than track steps and show notifications. It can be your productivity partner, complete wellness companion, and even an entertainment device. Here are over ten hand-picked apps (and games) to help you get the most out of your smartwatch.

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9 Things You Can Do to Keep Your Email Inbox Free of Spam

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 22:30

Spam not only buries important emails but also increases the risk of accidentally engaging with a malicious message, which could compromise your email. Thankfully, most email providers offer tools to manage unwanted messages. Here are some practical steps to reduce spam.

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How I Built the Perfect Programming Platform In Less Than 10 Minutes

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 22:15

As an experienced coder or a newcomer learning your first programming language, setting up your development environment can be tricky. Let me show you how I put together the perfect Linux programming platform using VSCode and containers.

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I Went Hands-On with Session, an Encrypted Chat App

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 22:00

Pretty much everybody now uses some kind of chat app to talk to friends and family. However, most of them are inherently insecure, with only a few offering any real privacy. One exception is Session, a relatively obscure messaging app, which I took for a spin to see how I liked it.

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How This Legal Decision Could Make Old Games Harder to Play

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 21:00

Old games have a special place in my heart. Whether it's the nostalgia or how they make me feel when I load them up today, I love playing them. Unfortunately, this new legal decision could make it impossible to play these games again, even if I own them. Here's how this happened.

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How to Manage Linux Processes Using ps, kill, and pkill

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 20:30

Everything running on your Linux computer is a process. Processes ought to play nicely with others, but sometimes they need to be taken in hand. Linux provides the tools youll need.

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The Best iPhone 15 Plus Cases of 2024

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 20:15

The last thing you want to see is your iPhone 15 Plus slipping out of your hands and smashing on the ground. You cant prevent every drop, but you can prevent against major damage with the right case.

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How to Get Started with Pokmon TCG on Android

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 20:00

I've been a fan of the Pokmon franchise ever since I was a kid and played Pokemon Red on a Nintendo GameBoy. Years later, I got into Pokmon TCG, but this newest release is something a little different. Here's how you get started with Pokmon TCG Pocket.

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