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The Raspberry Pi Foundation has released the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5. This is a smaller and modular version of the Raspberry Pi 5 computer. The Compute Module 5 has a powerful 2.4GHz quad-core processor, with the ability to connect to dual 4K displays and has a built-in 4K video decoder. It also has options for dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless connectivity. It includes two USB 3.0 ports operating at 5Gbps, Gigabit Ethernet with precise timing support, and two interfaces for connecting cameras or displays....

Summary Nintendo is the only console maker of the big three without an integrated achievement system for its consoles. Achievements are immensely popular, and many people want them on the Switch, but I think a lack of achievements is an overlooked unique selling point for Nintendo. No Achievements Means Pure Gaming On Switch Achievements are a “meta” aspect of video games. They aren’t actually part of the game itself, but more like commentary on what you did....

System76 has been selling Linux desktops and laptops for years, and now the company has revealed an updated Sevrval WS laptop. The latest model has an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 graphics, and of course, full support for desktop Linux. TheServal WSis one of the most powerful laptops in the System76 PC lineup, behind only the18-inch Bonobo WS. The new Serval WS has anIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, with 8 performance cores, 16 efficiency cores, and a maximum turbo frequency of 5....

Battery-powered security cameras are convenient, but they’re also full of compromises. Now, TP-Link is setting a new standard with itsTapo Wire-Free Security Camera, a device that combines an ultra-convenient design with a built-in spotlight, 2K video resolution, free AI face detection, and a wealth of other useful features. The Tapo Wire-Free Security Camera is available today for $120, or just $300 if you purchasea three-pack. According to TP-Link, the Tapo Wire-Free Security Camera’s 10,000mAh battery can endure up to 300 days of operation—it shouldn’t need to be charged more than once or twice a year....

Medical dramas such as the Emmy-nominatedThe Pittare making just as many waves this year as crime dramas are, and I, for one, have been loving it. Over the years, medical shows have seen a big shift from mere procedurals to shows with more realistic and often-controversial perspectives, compelling fictional characters, and unique spins, including comedies! I’ve watched pretty much every new medical show of the past year, and here are seven of my favorites across several streaming services....

Summary Is the brain a computer? The answer depends on who you ask, but the truth is that when it comes to certain jobs, good old brain matter is much better than silicon chips. Our “wetware” often has the edge in flexibility if not outright speed. So, instead of trying to replicate what biological brains do with a digital computer, why not just build a wetware computer that can give you the best of both worlds?...

Summary Helium hard drives, a significant leap in hard disk drive (HDD) technology, offer promising improvements in storage density and power efficiency. The use of helium is the key to these advancements. Here’s everything you need to know. What’s Helium Doing in Hard Drives? HDDs store data on spinning magnetic disks called platters. These platters are sealed inside an enclosure along with the necessary electronics. Traditionally, this enclosure has always been filled with regular air that we breathe....

Summary Have you seen the term “homelab” but weren’t exactly sure what it is? Well, it has a fairly broad definition, but in its simplest terms, it’s just a place where you play with computers, servers, and networking equipment. Here’s everything a homelab involves, and how you get started with your own. A Homelab Is What You Make It When it comes to a homelab, you’re in charge. It’s a computer lab you operate in your home....

The weekend is the best time to crack open a new show onNetflix, but where do you begin? Discovering a new show isn’t always easy, especially if you’re unlucky enough to be using Netflix’s latest redesigned interface. Thankfully, you have someone who watches too much TV at your disposal—me! Here are three shows that are great to binge because you may start and finish them over a few days. 2018 - 2021...

Quick Links For quick access to a cell, document, or webpage, you can insert hyperlinks in your Excel spreadsheet. Just paste in a hyperlink, give it a readable label, and click to follow the link. Here are a few ways to insert hyperlinks in Excel. You can useExcel’s built-in link feature, the HYPERLINK function, or simply enter aURLthat converts to a link automatically. Let’s look at each of these methods so you can use the one that works best for you....

Unraid has several features that make it a “love it or hate it” operating system. I’m not sure which side you fall on there, but I absolutely love it. However, I realize that Unraid might not be the best choice for all homelab storage servers. While I have my own reasons for running Unraid, it’s definitely not for everyone. From being closed-sourced to charging per license on the downsides, to allowing complete drive freedom and flexibility on the upsides, here’s all the reasons that your storage system should be based on Unraid, and a few reasons why you should skip it....

The Control Center on the Apple Watch is a quick and easy way to access some of the key features of your smartwatch. For example, if you want to see how much charge your Apple Watch has, you may press the side button to bring up the Control Center. Many of the controls in the Control Center can do more than you may realize, as several controls do different things if you tap and hold them....

Summary ChatGPT Plususers now have the ability to upload images for the AI chatbot to analyze. With all the flexibilityChatGPTalready had, giving it the ability to see the world offers a huge number of possibilities, starting with these. Identifying Plant and Animal Life (And Most Things) If you’re like me and love taking photos of plants and animals, then ChatGPT can now help you identify them, at least to a degree....