When Microsoft launches a new version of the Teams app, users have a 90-day window to install the update. Failing to do so will result in a “blocking page” appearing, which necessitates the update before users can continue using the app. Starting at the 30-day mark, Teams will send recurring Continue Reading
Protect Your Data: Steps to Safeguard Your Files from a Failing Hard Drive
Bret Taylor, the executive who formerly worked on projects like Google Maps and served as Facebook’s CTO, was at that time developing Quip, an alternative to Microsoft Word. He claimed that online-first applications, such as Google Docs, Netflix, and Spotify, were making traditional file management obsolete. According to Taylor, conventional Continue Reading
The Role of Local Computer Files in Today’s Cloud Streaming Landscape
Bret Taylor, who was developing a Microsoft Word alternative called Quip, famously predicted that online-first services such as Google Docs, Netflix, and Spotify would render conventional file management obsolete. With a background in creating Google Maps and serving as Facebook’s CTO, Taylor asserted that traditional file formats like .DOC and Continue Reading
Caution Gamers: New Malware Infiltrates Your GPU
A new family of malware has emerged that is impersonating Asus’s Armoury Crate software and infecting PCs with malicious code. This malware, named CoffeeLoader, may evoke thoughts of a futuristic appliance, but its true intent is far more sinister. Once it infiltrates a system, CoffeeLoader connects to a server to Continue Reading
Is it advisable to disable antivirus software while gaming on your PC?
In the realm of PC gaming, there exists a widely accepted principle: to optimize gaming performance as much as possible, even to the extent of considering disabling certain programs, including antivirus software. The question arises, however, does antivirus software genuinely affect gaming performance, and is it worth turning off during Continue Reading
Mozilla to Introduce ‘Thundermail’ Email Addresses for Users, According to PCWorld Report
The upcoming service, Thundermail, promises to offer much more than basic email functionality, particularly for users willing to invest in additional features. These enhancements include an appointment scheduler, tools for file sharing, and AI assistance through a feature called “Thunderbird Assist.” Currently, Thundermail is in its early development stages, and Continue Reading
US Federal Officials Declare AI-Generated Prompt Outputs Are Not Eligible for Copyright Protection
When utilizing AI tools such as image or text generators to create art, a significant question arises: Who owns the resulting work? More specifically, in legal terms, can you copyright and sell it while preventing others from doing the same? This question is particularly pressing for those interested in commercializing Continue Reading
Microsoft Launches Enhanced Research Tools in Copilot Revamp
Enhancing the basic research capabilities of Microsoft Copilot may not seem as thrilling as transforming it into an overly personalized companion, but it’s undeniably valuable as a research tool. During Microsoft’s 50th anniversary celebration, the company showcased significant updates to Copilot, including the introduction of Copilot Vision for Windows and Continue Reading
User’s PC Overrun by Anime Babe Wallpapers Thanks to This RGB App
Many applications can be slow, cumbersome, and overly complex, but one user’s experience stands out: they reported a staggering accumulation of 50 GB of mildly racy anime images filling their computer’s storage. The situation described by user “red_machina” raises eyebrows and invites curiosity, as the reasons behind this unusual storage Continue Reading
Beware of These Fake CAPTCHA Scams Online: Protect Yourself from Fraud
You are probably familiar with the traditional CAPTCHA tests found on various websites, where you may need to type strange letters and numbers or select images containing traffic lights, buses, or motorcycles. However, security experts are cautioning users about the evolution of these tests into a more sinister form. CAPTCHA Continue Reading