Intel’s 14th-generation Raptor Lake chips are a popular choice of processor, even if they weren’t a radical departure from the prior generation. Team Red, on the other hand, has been expanding its Ryzen 8000 line of chips, most recently with the Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F.
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Microsoft Edge is getting yet another AI tool, but this one may actually see use
Microsoft has been full bore on adding AI features to its browser, Edge. Recently, the browser got some advanced image-editing tools and the ability to tweak the browser's settings using AI. Now, the browser is getting yet another one, and it seems like a fun way to make your version of Edge truly unique. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read More...]
How to build a static blog in Angular with Scully
Before I started my Hashnode blog, I tried to build my own blog. While searching for the best option, I experimented with Scully. Why did I choose Hashnode instead of Scully? That answer will be in another post. For now, let's concentrate on understanding what Scully is and how to build a blog using it.What is Scully? Scully is a library for Angular used to build blogs with static content. It … [Read More...]
Why setting keyboard macros can be helpful
A keyboard macro is a sequence of recordable actions usually set to be completed by a single key press. They are generally used as a shortcut when performing the same action repeatedly. This can come in handy for everyone from office professionals to gamers and can save you time and effort. Mapping a macro to a single key can sometimes be done on the keyboard without software, but many keyboard … [Read More...]
Solar Storms are disrupting farmer GPS systems during critical planting time
a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray">Image: John DeereThe solar storms that have been wowing people with the Northern Lights across the United States the last two nights have … [Read More...]
The geomagnetic storm is a nightmare for farmers relying on precision agriculture tech
Space weather has been known to cause disruptions to GPS and communications systems, and perhaps no one is feeling those headaches more than farmers this weekend. 404 Media reports that the heightened solar activity over the last few days has led to outages in the GPS navigation systems that guide some modern tractors from John Deere and other brands. The technology has allowed farmers to plant … [Read More...]
10 features Microsoft Loop needs to become a productivity powerhouse
Ever since its introduction in 2023, Microsoft has improved its latest collaboration software, Loop, at a rapid pace. With benefits such as tight OneDrive integration, Loop components, live collaboration, and Kanban boards, there are many reasons to use Microsoft Loop. However, the lack of several features has been a deal-breaker for me, and I keep returning to my tried-and-tested Notion setup on … [Read More...]
Asus ROG Strix XG27ACS review: A gorgeous budget-friendly 1440p gaming monitor
I've gone into detail about how 1440p is the sweet spot for PC gaming with a 27-inch monitor and the Asus ROG Strix XG27ACS is yet another fine example. Monitors are vastly more affordable than they once were, especially with higher resolutions and refresh rates. You can find great monitors at reasonable prices for gaming and the XG27ACS is yet another to add to your shortlist, especially if your … [Read More...]
Women in AI: Rep. Dar’shun Kendrick wants to pass more AI legislation
To give AI-focused women academics and others their well-deserved — and overdue — time in the spotlight, TechCrunch has been publishing a series of interviews focused on remarkable women who’ve contributed to the AI revolution. We’re publishing these pieces throughout the year as the AI boom continues, highlighting key work that often goes unrecognized. Read more … [Read More...]
How to fix Windows cannot run disk checking because it is write protected
The Command Prompt app is a built-in Windows tool which allows you to execute commands and perform advanced admin functions. Use of the CHKDSK command is a very useful utility for scanning the device for any errors and detecting bad sectors on a drive. While it usually works as expected, many users have run into the error message which says "Windows cannot run disk checking on this volume because … [Read More...]
A reckoning is coming for emerging venture funds, and that, VCs say, is a good thing
Thousands of new venture capital funds have launched over the past few years, each hoping to carve out a long-term, lucrative place for themselves. PitchBook is tracking over 10,000 funds currently trying to raise money, and 45% of them are emerging fund managers, defined as a firm with less than three funds. Those funds are duking it out for a mere 16% of the total capital that limited partner … [Read More...]