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Arm vs. x86 SBCs: Which one’s better for your DIY projects?

Back in 2012, the progenitor Raspberry Pi board brought the Arm architecture to the forefront of the SBC market. Since then, Arm devices have ruled the Single-Board Computer domain with an iron fist, with most manufacturers utilizing the energy-efficient architecture in their offerings.
Back in 2012, the progenitor Raspberry Pi board brought the Arm architecture to the forefront of the SBC market. Since then, Arm devices have ruled the Single-Board Computer domain with an iron fist, with most manufacturers utilizing the energy-efficient architecture in their offerings.

United States

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5 reasons why you should use a privacy browser to prevent online tracking

Most of us spend hours on the internet daily and trust our browsers with our sensitive information. The truth is that most browsers track our online activity and use our information to create profiles about our interests, spending habits, and other personal details we'd rather keep private. They then sell...
Most of us spend hours on the internet daily and trust our browsers with our sensitive information. The truth is that most browsers track our online activity and use our information to create profiles about our interests, spending habits, and other personal details we'd rather keep private. They then sell our information to third parties, who'll use it for targeted advertising to get more money from us.

Los Angeles

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Microsoft finally lets us use a Windows keyboard shortcut it removed a year ago

Do you remember what the Win + C hotkey did? If not, you probably don't recall when Microsoft cruelly wrenched the hotkey out of our hands in a bid to get people using the then-new Copilot key on keyboards. However, since then, Microsoft has reneged on the Copilot key, allowing...
Do you remember what the Win + C hotkey did? If not, you probably don't recall when Microsoft cruelly wrenched the hotkey out of our hands in a bid to get people using the then-new Copilot key on keyboards. However, since then, Microsoft has reneged on the Copilot key, allowing users to rebind it to perform other jobs. Now, it appears that the company is experimenting with giving us the Win + C shortcut back, alongside some options for changing what it does.

Chicago

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23andMe files for bankruptcy as CEO steps down

The company says it will remain in operation during the bankruptcy process. | Image: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images DNA testing firm 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to help the company sell itself after years of financial difficulties. Anne Wojcicki, 23andMe’s co-founder and CEO, announced on X that she...
The company says it will remain in operation during the bankruptcy process. | Image: Justin Sullivan/Getty ImagesDNA testing firm 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to help the company sell itself after years of financial difficulties. Anne Wojcicki, 23andMe’s co-founder and CEO, announced on X that she has resigned with immediate effect to become an independent bidder for the company, with chief financial and accounting officer Joe Selsavage stepping in as interim CEO.“After a thorough evaluation of strategic alternatives, we have determined that a court-supervised sale process is the best path forward to maximize the value of the business,” Mark Jensen, chair and member of the Special Committee of the Board of Directors, said in a statement. “We expect the court-supervised process will advance our efforts to address the operational and financial challenges we face, including further cost reductions and the resolution of legal and leasehold liabilities.”23andMe is best known for its at-home gene testing kits that use a customer’s saliva to dig into their ancestry. The company was briefly valued at $6 billion after going public in 2021, but has since plummeted to $50 million after failing to turn a profit. It settled a lawsuit for $30 million in September that alleged the firm had failed to protect the data of almost seven million customers during a data breach in 2023, and announced in November that it was cutting 40 percent of its workforce.23andMe says that it intends to “continue operating its business” throughout the bankruptcy proceedings and that customer’s access to data and subscriptions won’t be affected.“We have had many successes but I equally take accountability for the challenges we have today,” Wojcicki said. “There is no doubt that the challenges faced by 23andMe through an evolving business model have been real, but my belief in the company and its future is unwavering.”

Houston

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I used Arc for a month and now every browser feels like a downgrade

Arc is the latest entrant in the world of browsers. The Browser Company’s new browser aims to reinvent web browsing for the modern Internet, and it has managed to garner quite a user base and popularity. I didn’t buy into the hype for the longest time because Brave was good...
Arc is the latest entrant in the world of browsers. The Browser Company’s new browser aims to reinvent web browsing for the modern Internet, and it has managed to garner quite a user base and popularity. I didn’t buy into the hype for the longest time because Brave was good enough for me, but a month ago, when I saw a few friends using Arc’s CMD+T keyboard shortcut to search for things, I got tempted. I didn’t fully switch to Arc, but I logged into the browser with my work email and started using it for work tasks. It’s been a month, and I still use Brave back and forth, but boy, does it feel like a downgrade. Arc has its issues, but the features it offers make up for them, and I really wish more browsers would implement these features.

France

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Now even Nvidia RTX 40 owners are getting hit by weird black screen driver bugs

If you've been keeping tabs on your Nvidia news, you'll likely remember that the RTX 5090 got hit by a nasty black screen driver bug soon after release. And while this issue made a good case for not upgrading to the RTX 50 series, it seems that even RTX 40...
If you've been keeping tabs on your Nvidia news, you'll likely remember that the RTX 5090 got hit by a nasty black screen driver bug soon after release. And while this issue made a good case for not upgrading to the RTX 50 series, it seems that even RTX 40 owners can't catch a break. Users are reporting that older cards are also experiencing nasty display issues after installing the latest patch.

Los Angeles

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I use Tailscale to remotely access my self-hosted services – here’s how

Building a self-hosting workstation lets you sidestep the privacy issues with modern apps while sparing your wallet from monthly subscription fees. But the caveat is that you can only access your favorite services over your local network and will have to look into firewall rules, DMZ, and/or port forwarding to...
Building a self-hosting workstation lets you sidestep the privacy issues with modern apps while sparing your wallet from monthly subscription fees. But the caveat is that you can only access your favorite services over your local network and will have to look into firewall rules, DMZ, and/or port forwarding to connect to your home server from an external network.

Houston

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5 Obscure Nintendo consoles you’ve likely never heard of

Nintendo is one of the most recognizable names in gaming, responsible for some of the most beloved consoles of all time, from the original NES to the Switch. However, while systems like the Game Boy and Super Nintendo are staples of gaming history, the company has also released lesser-known hardware...
Nintendo is one of the most recognizable names in gaming, responsible for some of the most beloved consoles of all time, from the original NES to the Switch. However, while systems like the Game Boy and Super Nintendo are staples of gaming history, the company has also released lesser-known hardware — some through partnerships, others as regional exclusives—that have slipped under the radar. In some parts of the world, Nintendo isn’t even the name most associated with its own systems, as many players grew up with hardware clones or locally branded versions instead of the originals.

Spain

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5 reasons why I don’t buy a pre-built NAS anymore

For years, pre-built NAS units from brands like Synology, QNAP, and Asustor have been the go-to for anyone looking to set up home or small office storage. They’re sleek, easy to set up and come with polished software. However, there comes a time when your requirements outgrow the capabilities of...
For years, pre-built NAS units from brands like Synology, QNAP, and Asustor have been the go-to for anyone looking to set up home or small office storage. They’re sleek, easy to set up and come with polished software. However, there comes a time when your requirements outgrow the capabilities of pre-built devices. Clearly, I'm not alone in this thinking, as the DIY NAS community is in an upward swing. More so, keeping in mind the increasing popularity of NAS-oriented operating systems like TrueNAS and Unraid. With that in mind, here are five reasons why I no longer buy a pre-built NAS.

Houston

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Google may have accidentally deleted your Maps Timeline data

How much do you use Google Maps Timeline? For me, it's a handy way to see where I was on a given day and revisit some old memories. Well, there's a chance that some of those memories have been obliterated into nothingness, as Google has confirmed that it accidentally erased...
How much do you use Google Maps Timeline? For me, it's a handy way to see where I was on a given day and revisit some old memories. Well, there's a chance that some of those memories have been obliterated into nothingness, as Google has confirmed that it accidentally erased some Maps Timeline data.

Chicago

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5 storage solutions you can 3D print for your home office

The best part about 3D printing is that you can print so many functional objects that you can use all around your house. Whether it's measuring cups for your kitchen or a vase for your living room, you can simply print them at home instead of purchasing them from the...
The best part about 3D printing is that you can print so many functional objects that you can use all around your house. Whether it's measuring cups for your kitchen or a vase for your living room, you can simply print them at home instead of purchasing them from the store. I took the idea quite seriously earlier this month and printed some handy accessories for my home office setup. Not only did it help make my desk clutter-free, but it also boosted my productivity, since my office space ended up looking a lot cleaner than before.

Chicago

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4 most requested features for Borderlands 4

Many fans love the Borderlands series and are looking forward to the next game, Borderlands 4. Unfortunately, these same fans are skeptical about the upcoming sequel, thanks to a short string of bad releases. Because of this, they have been asking for specific upgrades and features to be added to...
Many fans love the Borderlands series and are looking forward to the next game, Borderlands 4. Unfortunately, these same fans are skeptical about the upcoming sequel, thanks to a short string of bad releases. Because of this, they have been asking for specific upgrades and features to be added to Borderlands 4 to ensure its success. Whether or not Gearbox Entertainment will listen is up for debate, but many have said that these features are required if the developer wants the game to succeed.

Dallas

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