NBC: "You Probably Don"t Need to Rely on a VPN Anymore"
NBC News writes: VPNs, or virtual private networks, continue to be used by millions of people as a way of masking their internet activity by encrypting their location and web traffic. But on the modern internet, most people can safely ditch them, tha.....»»
Cities Aren’t Supposed to Burn Like This Anymore—Especially Lahaina
Humans figured out how to prevent huge fires in urban areas over a century ago. Why have they gotten so bad again?.....»»
Best WiFi routers you can buy in 2023
Get faster and stable internet connectivity with these amazing WiFi routers. There used to be a time when having a WiFi connection at your home was not a necessity but not anymore. Many of our day-to-day tasks are done online including stud.....»»
Latest Intel and AMD vulnerabilities a gentle reminder to switch to Apple silicon
A pair of vulnerabilities have been discovered impacting Intel and AMD CPUs, and they both affect generations of processors for those who haven't updated their systems yet.Intel logoThe new threats are called "Downfall" and "Inception," and both rely.....»»
NASA InSight study finds Mars is spinning faster
Scientists have made the most precise measurements ever of Mars's rotation, for the first time detecting how the planet wobbles due to the "sloshing" of its molten metal core. The findings, detailed in a recent Nature paper, rely on data from NASA's.....»»
Researchers measure the dangers of indoor heat
Inside a small cinderblock home superheated by the sun, a single mother and her two children rely on an old air conditioning unit for relief from the dangerously hot and humid weather that grips Miami-Dade County......»»
How a transparent conductor responds to strain
Liquid crystal displays, touchscreens, and many solar cells rely on thin-film crystalline materials that are both electrically conductive and optically transparent. But the material most widely used in these applications, indium tin oxide (ITO), is b.....»»
FCC chair: Speed standard of 25Mbps down, 3Mbps up isn’t good enough anymore
Chair proposes 100Mbps national standard and an evaluation of broadband prices. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | wigglestick) The Federal Communications Commission hasn't raised its broadband speed standard since early 20.....»»
Sony-Honda Afeela EV will rely on Qualcomm"s super chips
Sony Honda Mobility has devised a computer on wheels that can be personalized like a smartphone, socialize like a social media platform and make driving decisions like a human, but it won't work without powerful microchips from tech giant Qualcomm......»»
From fields to front lines: The impact of the war in Ukraine on global food supply
One country produces about 12% of the grains (wheat, barley, maize and sunflower) traded globally. Developing countries in Africa and South Asia rely heavily on it. In fact, this country supplies up to 40% of the grain distributed by the United Natio.....»»
When charities engage in "brand activism", research shows they must demonstrate bravery to attract donations
Charities often rely on "warm and fuzzy" images and "poverty porn" tactics to attract donations. But in recent years, some UK not-for-profits have shifted towards activism-driven campaigns......»»
Astronauts" new rides for Artemis missions arrive at Kennedy Space Center
While the next humans to fly to the moon will rely on the Orion spacecraft for the nearly half-million-mile trip next year on the Artemis II mission, the final 9 miles to the launch pad will come while riding in one of three new astronaut transports.....»»
macOS tip: Use Hot Corners to improve access to Notification Center, Desktop and more
There are a lot of little tweaks in macOS that I rely on to make a Mac feel like my own. Placing frequently accessed folders on the right side of the Dock, turning off auto-correct, and turning up mouse and trackpad tracking speed are all in this ca.....»»
Guide: Attack Surface Management (ASM)
Attack surface expansion is a byproduct of doing business today, especially for enterprises that rely on the cloud. As businesses adapt and scale, the assets and platforms they use inevitably grow and change. This can result in attack surface exposur.....»»
920 million people could face conflict over the world"s rivers by 2050: What our study found in Africa
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam project on the Nile River started operating in February 2022. It reinforced tensions between Ethiopia, Sudan and Egypt. The three countries rely most heavily on the Nile's water. Sudan and Egypt consider the US$4.6.....»»
How to use Xbox Cloud Gaming on your Android device
You don't have to rely on Android apps for your game needs. Enjoy all the benefits of Xbox Cloud gaming using Xbox Game Pass Unlimited. Using Xbox Cloud Gaming on your Android device offers the convenience of playing Xbox games on the go. I.....»»
Bird Populations Are in Meltdown
Humans rely on birds to eat insects, spread seeds, and pollinate plants—but these feathered friends can’t survive without their habitats......»»
Apple"s macOS Sonoma update won"t support your legacy Mail plug-ins
Apple's upcoming macOS Sonoma update could course problems for those who rely on legacy third-party Mail plug-ins......»»
The best TV of 2022 is heavily discounted right now
The LG G2 OLED TV remains one of the best TVs you can buy even if it isn't the latest model anymore. It's more tempting while on sale at LG......»»
Apple provides official design resources for collaborative design tool Figma
Developers that rely on Figma for design collaboration now have access to official Apple Design Resources, with more to come.Apple Design Resources on FigmaFigma is a popular design tool built for the web that enables users to collaborate on projects.....»»
Experts uncover the water and emissions footprint of snowmaking: Can we rely on it in an era of climate change?
The first-ever national study to assess the impact of developing artificial snow shows the pressure the process is putting on the climate, with the equivalent of nearly 17,000 homes' worth of annual energy needed to produce snow for yearly ski operat.....»»