Operating Systems

Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Launches as a Modular Version of Raspberry Pi 5
Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 launches with up to 8GB RAM and 64GB storage, VideoCore VII GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, and 802.11ac Wi-Fi. Here are the specs! The post Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Launches as a Modular Version of Raspberry Pi 5 appeared fir...
2024-11-27 13:39
Microsoft does NOT use your private data from Word, Excel, and Microsoft 365 apps to train AI models, but I understand why people are scared
Microsoft has denies rumors of using Microsoft 365 customer data data to train AI models. The company took to social media and shared statements to explain its Connected Experiences within Microsoft 365.
2024-11-27 13:36
Don't trust everything you hear. Microsoft does NOT use your data from Microsoft 365 to train AI models.
Microsoft has denies rumors of using Microsoft 365 customer data data to train AI models. The company took to social media and shared statements to explain its Connected Experiences within Microsoft 365.
2024-11-27 13:36
Bluesky may not train AI on your posts, but others can, and users are furious
Bluesky's decentralized model backfires as a dataset for AI research puts user trust and consent to the test. Read more...
2024-11-27 13:30
FTC expresses concern about software updates for smart devices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has expressed concern over lack of manufacturer commitment to software updates for smart devices, citing the risk that security flaws won’t be fixed, or that products will cease to function altogether. This echoes c...
2024-11-27 13:27
Microsoft clarifies it does not use your Office documents to train AI models
If you are worried about Office apps siphoning your data for AI training, don't worry. Microsoft is not doing that—at least, it says so. Read more...
2024-11-27 13:14
Microsoft Office AI training report is based on a misunderstanding, says the company
A tweet claiming that Microsoft Office uses the content of customer documents to train its AI systems raised a lot of eyebrows, but the tech giant says that it’s a simple misunderstanding. A Linux account with hundreds of thousands of followers tweet...
2024-11-27 13:00
Don't be misled by retailers this Black Friday: Double-check for these AI specs on any Windows 11 Copilot+ PC
If you plan to buy a Copilot+ PC during Black Friday or Cyber Monday, be aware that some retailers may try to deceive you into buying something that's not. In this guide, I will outline the hardware specifications you have to look for to make sure you'...
2024-11-27 13:00
Global foldable smartphone shipments falls in Q3 2024 despite launch of new models
For the first time, global foldable smartphone shipments decreased despite new models from brands like Huawei and Samsung. Read more...
2024-11-27 12:58
Mixxx 2.4.2 DJ App Adds Support for Intech TEK2 and Numark Scratch Controllers
Mixxx 2.4.2 open-source and free DJ software for performing live mixes is now available for download with support for new controllers and various bug fixes. Here's what's new! The post Mixxx 2.4.2 DJ App Adds Support for Intech TEK2 and Numark Scratch ...
2024-11-27 12:56
Anthropic's Claude now answers in various styles
Anthropic has just updated Claude on the web with a new option to control how responses are given. You can choose Formal, Explanatory, and Concise. Read more...
2024-11-27 12:32
Apple has been working on Vision Pro since at least 2008
Apple is noted for taking its time when it comes to entering new product categories, but a 2008 patent shows that the company had been working on Vision Pro for at least 15 years before it finally launched. Both the patent drawing and the description o...
2024-11-27 12:22
This Black Friday bundle for Amazon's Fire TV Stick and Xbox controllers has me ready to make every TV in my house an Xbox
Turn your TV into a smart TV and Xbox streaming device with a Black Friday bundle for less than the price of an official controller.
2024-11-27 12:09
RISC-V Changes For Linux 6.13 Deliver Pointer Masking In User-Space
The RISC-V CPU port updates have been sent out for the in-development Linux 6.13 kernel...
2024-11-27 11:56
Apple again supporting World Aids Day, donating $5 for every qualifying purchase
Apple is again supporting World Aids Day on December 1st, and will be donating $5 for every qualifying purchase between November 29 and December 8. This will be the 18th year in which Apple has supported The Global Fund, which seeks to fight HIV, tuber...
2024-11-27 11:53
Samsung Electronics gets new leadership to focus on chip innovation
Samsung announces new leadership, emphasizing its core semiconductor business of memory chips and processors. Read more...
2024-11-27 11:48
Here's when you can play Stakeout 24/7 again in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
The tiny Stakeout Face Off map on Black Ops 6 has quickly become a favorite, and its own dedicated playlist is coming back.
2024-11-27 11:14
Corsair Vengeance Airflow Memory Cooling For DDR5 Server RAM
For those building your own server around the new Intel Xeon 6 "Granite Rapids" or AMD EPYC 9005 "Turin" platforms and using DDR5-6000/DDR5-6400 memory (or the interesting MRDIMM-8000 memory with Xeon 6 P), one of the factors you need to be much more m...
2024-11-27 10:55
The Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 is now available for just $45
Raspberry Pi has just announced its Compute Module 5, a derivative of the Raspberry Pi 5, aimed at embedded customers who want to build custom projects. Read more...
2024-11-27 10:38
AMD Software PRO Edition 24.Q4 GPU driver is out with improvements for creative apps
AMD has a new PRO Edition driver for customers who need "the industry's most stable driver." Version 24.Q4 is now available with fixes for various creative applications. Read more...
2024-11-27 10:20