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What is an Ultrabook and How is it Different From Regular Laptops?
Created by Adam Osborne in 1981, the first laptop brought to market weighed a whopping 11.1kg (24.5 pounds) and had a 12.7cm (5-inch) screen. Nowadays, lugging something of that weight around to the office or on business trips seems simply unimaginable. It would also exceed the hand baggage allowance for digital nomads,…
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What is Xbox Game Pass Core? Why is it Replacing Xbox Live?
In September 2023, Microsoft will launch a new gaming subscription service for Xbox console owners. The existing Xbox Live Gold will be sunset and replaced by a new Xbox Game Pass Core tier. The new service begins on September 14. Microsoft positions Game Pass Core as "an evolution of Xbox Live Gold" that promises: Xbox…
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Is Overwatch 2 Worth Playing?
Overwatch 2, the sequel to the original Overwatch released by Blizzard in May of 2016, has been met with a range of reactions. Since its release in the fall of 2022, gamers have been trying to decide if the sequel is worth it. As with any other follow-up game in a franchise, Overwatch 2 was expected to meet the elusive…
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How to Set Up Windows 11 for Senior Citizens
Navigating today's tech can be a tightrope for seniors, particularly those who didn't grow up with it. But what if we turned Windows 11 into their new ally? Thanks to Microsoft's boosted accessibility, you can now help seniors explore the online world, keep in touch with family, or watch YouTube. With this concise guide,…
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10 Generative AI That You Should Be Using
Love it, or loathe it, generative AI is here to stay. Over the past few years, generative AI tools have evolved from being a niche that most people weren’t too familiar with, into easily accessible tools that can write your emails and plan your holidays for you. Even if you haven’t used generative AI models yet, chances…
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The Role of AI in Enhancing Customer Service Experiences
From virtual assistants to personalization, and from automating marketing content to monitoring ratings, AI proves that it has much to offer in the vibrant, busy world of business. How AI and digital transformation drive customer experience, in particular, brings about a very stimulating discussion. AI and customer…
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Securing Education: Tips and Tools for Enhancing Student and Teacher Data Privacy
As technology becomes more advanced, so do hackers and cybercriminals who make a living pulling the wool over the eyes of unsuspecting web users. With over 422 million people affected by data leaks, breaches, and exposure in 2022, data privacy is more important than ever. Data security in schools is crucial as the private…
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Addressing IT Challenges in Education: Streamlined Deployment and Cybersecurity for Schools
In 2022, at least 44 US-based colleges and 45 school districts representing 1,981 schools were victims of ransomware attacks. However, the real number of attacks is likely much higher as many go unreported. One of the most well-known attacks was on the Los Angeles School District’s systems, in which a renowned ransomware…
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10 Ways to Earn Money While Browsing the Web
Nowadays, many people are looking for opportunities to work from home or make a passive income. Most of us spend at least some of our spare time reading, posting photos, or checking emails on the computer. Hours of mindless scrolling may give us a quick dopamine hit, but it does not always earn us money. But what if it…
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7 Best Cities in Western Europe for Digital Nomads
Let’s pack up, and set off for the cradle of Western civilization, history, art and culture, Western Europe. Home to world famous landmarks from Stonehenge to the Swiss Alps, Western Europe is blessed with diversity and tolerance. Visit Western Europe at any time of the year, and prepare to be greeted by warm summers, and…