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How to protect your privacy in Windows 11
Windows 11 gathers more information than some people would like. Here are several steps you can take to keep that information private.
Windows 11 Insider Previews: What’s in the latest build?
Get the latest info on new preview builds of Windows 11 as they roll out to Windows Insiders. Now updated for Insider Preview Builds 22621.1250 and 22623.1250 for the Beta Channel, released on Feb. 2, 2023.
Microsoft’s new Teams Premium tier integrates with OpenAI's GPT-3.5
Weeks after extending its multibillion dollar partnership with OpenAI, Microsoft has announced that new Teams AI capabilities will be underpinned by OpenAI's GPT-3.5 natural language model.
Windows 11: A guide to the updates
Here’s what you need to know about the latest updates to Windows 11 as they’re released from Microsoft. Now updated for KB5022360 Preview, released on Jan. 23, 2023.
Apple’s growth story is consistent and sustained
Over the last three years, the Mac has seen a 60% increase in market share — while the PC market grew 6%.
ACLU, public defenders push back against Google giving police your mobile data
Geofence warrants that allow law enforcement to collect location data on mobile device users for criminal probes are under attack by civil rights groups and public defenders; they say the warrants are fishing expeditions that expose...
Intel cuts employee, executive salaries as it faces weak PC, chip demand
Facing a challenging financial outlook for 2023, Intel has announced cuts to pay, pensions and bonuses.
US agency calls Apple, Google App Stores 'harmful'
“It is more important than ever that the market for mobile apps remains competitive," the agency says. "NTIA's recommendations will make the app ecosystem more fair and innovative for everyone."
6 surprising facts about ChatGPT nobody told you
Everyone is talking about this chatty AI sensation. It’s time to really understand what’s going on.
What we’ll be looking for in Apple’s Q1 results
Apple will reveal its first quarter results for the 2023 fiscal year on Thursday. Here are some of the topics to watch for to judge how the company is faring.
The Great Resignation: Where did the millions who quit their jobs go?
Tens of millions of people quit work during the pandemic and continue to do so even now. A recently released survey shows they're not unhappy with their choice to leave.
Desktop tweaks in Windows can be fun, but watch out for risks
There have been various ways of customizing the Windows desktop over the years — remember Windows Vista gadgets? But make sure you keep security in mind.
Apple wants to build a new computing platform with AR
Apple’s plan to create an App Store and a consumer-simple way to create mixed-reality apps is the most important insight into its strategy we've seen yet.
Tech layoffs in 2023: A timeline
So far in 2023, technology companies have laid off more employees than in any other month since the pandemic started. Here's an updated timeline of the more notable layoffs, and the reasons why Big Tech is in turmoil.
US wins support from Japan and Netherlands to clip China’s chip industry
The countries have agreed to further restrict what chip-manufacturing equipment can be supplied to China.
Study: When employees don’t have to commute, they work
A new report by the National Bureau of Economic Research shows the majority of time saved by working from home and avoiding office commutes goes toward increased productivity.
Intel suffers double-digit revenue decline in Q4 2022
Intel’s two biggest business units were hit hard during the last three months of 2022, as the PC market continued to experience its biggest slump in decades.
Google Forms cheat sheet: How to get started
You can use Google Forms to create online surveys, quizzes, and feedback pages. Here’s how.