Saturday 31 March 2018

Red Hat looks beyond Linux

The Red Hat Linux distribution is turning 25 years old this week. What started as one of the earliest Linux distributions is now the most successful open-source company, and its success was a catalyst for others to follow its model. Today’s open-source world is very different from those heady days in the mid-1990s when Linux […]

Exploring a controversial net neutrality opinion: Not all data should be treated equally


Washington recently became the nation’s first state to pass net neutrality legislation, a law in which violations by all internet service providers (ISPs) are enforceable, under Washington’s Consumer Protection Act. Net neutrality, or the principle that all internet data must be treated and delivered to consumers equally, was repealed at the federal level and remains a source of great debate across the tech industry.    Several states are already exploring passing similar legislation, though it’s worth noting that these laws are widely considered a symbolic move as federal regulation prevents states from passing their own net neutrality legislature. While we…

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Apple goes on hiring spree to improve Siri's smarts

It won't shock you to hear that Siri is lagging behind rivals like Amazon's Alexa or Google Assistant -- the HomePod struggles to handle non-music tasks as well as competing smart speakers, for instance. And Apple appears to be aware of this shortfal...

Google needs your help finding Waldo

At some point in the not-so-distant past, April Fools was about pranks and hoaxes, but given that we apparently have enough of those on the web, the day has somehow morphed into a celebration of random jokey things. This year’s Google Maps gag is no exception. Starting today, when you open Google Maps on your […]

Tapster’s robots are built to poke touchscreens

The CEO and COO are at their desks when I knock on the door, intently assembling robots to fulfill the company’s latest order. Tapster is about as lean as startups get. Founded three years ago (on Star Wars Day), the company’s two-person staff is half the size it was at its height, but a third […]

New Google Maps mini-game makes finding Waldo easier than ever


Starting today you can use Google Maps on Android, iOS, and desktop to assist you in finding everyone’s favorite hide-and-seek champion, Waldo. To start the search, you’ll need to update the mobile app (or visit Google Maps on the web) and press play when presented with a waving Waldo. For Android users, you can also ask Google Assistant “Where’s Waldo” to start. Once spotted, you’ll be transported to various locations around the globe where you can win badges and level up throughout the journey. Aside from Waldo, there’s Wenda, Wizard, Whitebeard, Odlaw, and Woof, the dog. When you spot Waldo,…

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The best universal remote control

By Darryl Wilkinson and Grant Clauser This post was done in partnership with Wirecutter. When readers choose to buy Wirecutter's independently chosen editorial picks, it may earn affiliate commissions that support its work. Read the full article her...

Blockchain isn’t the only tech behind Bitcoin


At the Blockchain Africa Conference held in Johannesburg, South Africa, prominent bitcoin and security expert Andreas Antonopoulos criticized banks and technology firms for treating the term “blockchain” as interchangeable with public blockchain networks – bitcoin in particular. This is highly erroneous because the blockchain is just one of many technologies that supplement the bitcoin network and allow it to function as a decentralized, distributed, and peer-to-peer financial network. The Bitcoin network consists of various solutions and cryptographic technologies, including Schnorr signatures, advanced elliptic curve applications, and ring signatures. The blockchain merely operates as a database within the Bitcoin and Ethereum blockchain networks;…

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PC Mag called this VPN “outstanding” — and at this price, we can see why


No matter whether reliability or price is your decision-maker, few companies have the shine of NordVPN, whose two-year subscription offer is available right now from TNW Deals for just $69, 75 percent off its regular price.

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Be the Machine | Project Venom v2


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Huawei P20 Pro Camera Test


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2018 New York Auto Show: top 9 cars


The New York International Auto Show opens to the public this weekend, and upon entering the Javits Center attendees will be bombarded with new cars, SUVs, trucks and even a handful of supercars that will most likely be out their price range. Phil Esposito breaks down the biggest announcements at this year's show. Subscribe: https://goo.gl/G5RXGs Check out our full video catalog: https://goo.gl/lfcGfq Visit our playlists: https://goo.gl/94XbKx Like The Verge on Facebook: https://goo.gl/2P1aGc Follow on Twitter: https://goo.gl/XTWX61 Follow on Instagram: https://goo.gl/7ZeLvX Read More: http://www.theverge.com

Lincoln's Aviator SUV matches style with hybrid tech

When you think of Lincoln you can't be blamed for imagining those Navigators and Continentals that pick up very important folks at the airport. But the automaker wants to make sure more than professional drivers get behind the wheel of their cars. Th...

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The Politics of 'Black Panther' Are What Make It Great

The superhero flick's strength lies in the fact that it didn't shy away from addressing issues of black identity.

5 easy steps to take your online business global


How many websites are you familiar with that are truly global? You can probably think of a few, and some of the largest online companies will likely come to mind including Facebook, Amazon, eBay, a couple of travel sites and maybe a few others. There’s a lot of potential in specific local markets throughout the world, but expanding it to a global scale can help you reach a much wider audience and grow significantly faster. Why don’t we see many more companies succeed at going global? While many businesses simply prefer to focus on a limited audience — and are…

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20 Easter Tech Sales (2018): Nintendo, Apple, Dyson, Lenovo

When you're done painting eggs and munching on candy, check out these Easter tech deals.

Use Science (Not Surgery) to Create Your Best Selfie

42 percent of plastic surgeons have seen patients specifically looking to up their selfie game. You don't need surgery; you need math.

The Morning After: Weekend Edition

Hey, good morning! You look fabulous. Welcome to the weekend! We have more information about last week's Model X crash and a status update on Google's link shortening service.

Why Trump's Misguided China Tariffs Won't Help the US

American prosperity depends on what we will make in the future, not what we made in the past.