Article URL: https://blurbusters.com/crt-simulation-in-a-gpu-shader-looks-better-than-bfi/
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Hello, I'm working on a web browser that focuses on being truly lightweight and designed for privacy.
At some point I've realized that much of the complexity and resource requirements of web browsers comes from JavaScript. This is because every part needs to be dynamic and optimized for speed.
So a few years ago I've started to work on a web browser that intentionally doesn't implement JavaScript, instead it contains an updated set of scripts that fix and improve various websites.
I've
What are some of your favorite memories from Christmas? Share them here :)
- Josh :)
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Article URL: https://nelson.cloud/ai-generated-images-discourage-me-from-reading-your-blog/
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what is your why?
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Article URL: https://phys.org/news/2024-12-earth-subsurface-million-metric-tons.html
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Article URL: https://v5.chriskrycho.com/journal/jujutsu-megamerges-and-jj-absorb/
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Article URL: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/17/science/ultrablack-velvet-ant-brazil.html
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https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/17/science/ultrablack-velvet-ant-brazil.html
Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore won't be back on Earth before March, but they've got candy canes and Santa hats to celebrate the holiday. https://www.cnet.com/science/stranded-nasa-astronauts-have-now-been-stuck-on-the-iss-for-six-months-send-christmas-greetings/#ftag=CADf328eec
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-25-december-2024
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-25-december-2024
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/quordle-today-answers-clues-25-december-2024
Article URL: https://jeremymorrell.dev/blog/a-practitioners-guide-to-wide-events/
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Points: 24
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https://jeremymorrell.dev/blog/a-practitioners-guide-to-wide-events/
Article URL: https://www.cs.utexas.edu/~EWD/transcriptions/EWD08xx/EWD896.html
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https://www.cs.utexas.edu/~EWD/transcriptions/EWD08xx/EWD896.html
Article URL: https://www.abortretry.fail/p/shockley-semiconductor-laboratory
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https://www.abortretry.fail/p/shockley-semiconductor-laboratory
Article URL: https://gist.github.com/grugq/03167bed45e774551155
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Points: 29
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Article URL: https://simonwillison.net/2024/Dec/24/qvq/
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Article URL: https://github.com/Jaennaet/pISSStream
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Despite the fact that the paper is named after him(AlexNet) and from my understanding they're(the 3 people named in the title)one of the reasons that Nvidia GPU became widely used for training Alex is not as popular as his peers/mentors? What happened to him?
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Article URL: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2564783/gordon-mah-ung-remembered.html
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https://www.pcworld.com/article/2564783/gordon-mah-ung-remembered.html
Unplug these devices to lower your energy usage and cut down on your electricity costs. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/slash-your-energy-costs-by-unplugging-these-power-hungry-appliances/#ftag=CADf328eec
It's normal for your eyes and vision to change. Follow these tips to monitor your eye health as you age. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/4-expert-tips-for-maintaining-your-eye-health-through-the-years/#ftag=CADf328eec
This obscure Chinese PC vendor has the world's first Qualcomm PC on offer.
Save up to $70 with these hard-to-resist Walmart deals on Apple iPad and Apple Watch Series 10.
The IRS has up to $2.4 billion in unclaimed stimulus payments it will soon send to up to 1 million taxpayers who are eligible. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/if-you-missed-the-third-stimulus-check-in-2021-the-irs-might-have-money-for-you/#ftag=CADf328eec
Hot Stuff! The spacecraft endured temperatures as high as 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit on its journey. https://www.cnet.com/science/nasas-parker-probe-flies-closer-to-the-sun-than-any-object-ever-has/#ftag=CADf328eec
These exercises can help you maintain your strength and independence as you age. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/3-age-defying-exercises-to-do-for-a-better-you/#ftag=CADf328eec
You don't need to avoid your favorite holiday foods. Follow these tips to eat healthy while still indulging. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/yes-eat-what-you-want-this-holiday-season-without-skipping-dessert/#ftag=CADf328eec
An expert explains why pouring cooking grease down the drain could lead to something terrible for your pipes -- "fatbergs" https://www.cnet.com/how-to/this-is-why-you-should-never-ever-pour-grease-down-the-drain/#ftag=CADf328eec
xAI releases Grok mobile app for iOS.
Google is rumored to be adding Gemini Live to Chrome browser.
How well will Netflix handle Beyoncé's halftime show? She has a thought.
https://www.techradar.com/streaming/beyonce-wins-the-holidays-with-an-ultra-clever-netflix-joke
Plucky regional player ISoftStone has recorded astounding recent growth.
1TB of Gen 4 SSD storage for only $44. MSI's Spatium M450 is a Christmas cracker.
Article URL: https://svbrain.xyz/2024/12/20/cerebrum
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Article URL: https://www.wired.com/story/electric-cars-could-last-much-longer-than-most-think/
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https://www.wired.com/story/electric-cars-could-last-much-longer-than-most-think/
Article URL: https://twitter.com/Nils_Reimers/status/1870812625505849849
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Christmas Eve might be the very last day to buy your Christmas gifts, but you should still heed warnings from the IRS over rampant year-end scams. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/still-shopping-today-irs-warns-of-holiday-season-gift-card-scams-and-other-fraud/#ftag=CADf328eec
Bed time anxiety can take a toll on your sleep. Try these hacks to stop it in its tracks. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/5-proven-sleep-hacks-to-stop-night-anixety/#ftag=CADf328eec
Learn all of the ways that weightlifting can reverse the effects of aging and how to get started safely. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/pumping-iron-could-be-the-key-to-aging-gracefully/#ftag=CADf328eec
Intel's new Arc B580 "Battlemage" GPU competes well, but driver issues hold it back.
AI toppled the voice assistant this year, bringing advanced conversational AI to desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
https://www.laptopmag.com/ai/scarlett-johansson-chatgpt-advanced-voice-mode
First, the AirPods Pro gained a nifty hearing aid feature. Next, it could be heart rate monitoring or temperature sensing.
https://www.laptopmag.com/headphones/airpods-earbuds/airpods-health-tracking-features-coming-soon
I have been working in the IT industry for over 30 years, for most of this time as an editor at PC-WELT (PCWorld’s German sister publication), specializing in security. I test antivirus software, give tips on how to make Windows more secure, am constantly on the lookout for the be
The Nvidia App has been updated with a new release, from version 10.0.x to 11.0.1. The significant change here is that users should not experience the disappointing gaming performance loss (up to 15%) witnessed by those who installed prior releases.
OneXPlayer has announced the 3-in-1 X1 Pro powered by AMD's Strix Point APUs with pre-orders now open.
The UK’s Ministry of Defence has announced successful trials of a 'game-changing weapon that can take down a swarm of drones using radio waves.'
Game Boy Color gets some limited video streaming capabilities thanks to Raspberry Pi Pico and a custom, open source software solution.
Xerox is buying Lexmark for $1.5 billion, pending approval from regulators in China and the U.S.
Lilium, a company working on flying taxis that can take off and land vertically, has ceased operations. As TechCrunch notes, German media Gründerszene was the first publication to repor
The Russian government has banned crypto mining in ten regions for a period of six years, according to reporting by the state-owned news agency Tass. Russia has cited the industry’s high power consumption rates as the primary reason behind the ban. Crypto is particularly power-hungry, as mining operations already account for
My picks for the most important features to configure and settings to change first thing. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/make-these-8-iphone-changes-right-after-you-upgrade-to-ios-18-2/#ftag=CADf328eec
The IRS has up to $2.4 billion in unclaimed stimulus payments it will soon send to up to 1 million taxpayers who are eligible. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/did-you-qualify-for-a-1400-stimulus-check-but-not-claim-it-the-irs-is-sending-you-money-what-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you have these common household items, you can unclog your toilet without using a plunger. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/no-plunger-needed-these-home-hacks-can-unclog-a-toilet-in-minutes/#ftag=CADf328eec
An expert weighs in on the dangers of pairing extension cords and power strips with certain devices and appliances in your home. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/an-electrician-begs-you-to-stop-plugging-these-7-things-into-extension-cords/#ftag=CADf328eec
Upgraded defense policy will create a joint force to look after Pentagon networks, and remove Chinese tech.
Security flaw could have granted hackers the ability to read sensitive information.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/adobe-releases-software-updates-to-patch-security-issues
In January 2025, 27 movies and shows are being chopping from Netflix. Here's the full list of everything leaving Netflix this month.
https://www.techradar.com/streaming/netflix/everything-leaving-netflix-in-january-2025
Marriott has been ordered to implement stricter security after three major data breaches.
2024 was an exciting year in tech. From AI innovations to handheld gaming PCs, 2025 looks set to be even more exciting. Here are the top tech innovations of 2024.
https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/windows-central-tech-awards-2024
Sam Altman says superintelligence is "a few thousand days away," potentially prompting a 10x increase in the rate of scientific discovery with "surprisingly little" impact on the deep fundamental human drives.
Countless cables are used in the home — whether for charging smartphones, transferring data, or connecting audio systems. However, frequent use and regular bending can quickly lead to unsightly kinks or even damage to sensitive areas.
Caution is advised in the event of serious damage, such as a broken or exposed cable core: Repairs in such cases should be l
South Korea wants to replicate Taiwan's success by establishing KSMC, a government-funded chipmaker.
This year may not have been as jam packed as 2023 was for gaming, but there were still plenty of amazing new releases. Whether you love a good indie or a big-budget production, this year had you covered. All you needed to do was look a bit deeper than you might have in 2023.
Animal Well
No game this year captured the imagination of the Engadget crew quite like Balatro did, and when it came time for each staff member to pitch their favorite games of 2024, everyone – and I mean everyone – wanted to write about Balatro. In the end, rather than forcing everyone to fight for the chance to write about their love of the game, we instead decided to
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Start with your own doodle to create illustrations using Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.2. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/conjure-drawings-from-sketches-using-image-wand-in-apple-intelligence-on-your-iphone-or-ipad/#ftag=CADf328eec
Commentary: Despite our best intentions, unexpected setbacks can lead to us relying on credit cards. Here's how to course-correct quickly. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/im-a-money-expert-with-10k-in-credit-card-debt-heres-how-im-paying-it-off/#ftag=CADf328eec
It's time to level up those bacon-makin' skills once and for all. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/my-grease-free-secret-to-perfectly-cooked-bacon-strips-every-time/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here's how features work and what future updates could bring to your iPhone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-18-cheat-sheet-what-to-know-about-genmoji-siri-and-more/#ftag=CADf328eec
Don't treat your data breach letter like junk mail. Do this instead. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/what-should-you-do-when-you-receive-a-data-breach-notice/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you don't have a lot of time to dedicate to working out, make sure you optimize the time you do have in the gym. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/full-body-vs-split-workouts-only-one-is-actually-worth-your-time/#ftag=CADf328eec
Dinner table syndrome can make those with hearing loss feel left out of conversations. Follow these tips to cope and make your guests feel included this holiday season. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/dont-let-dinner-table-syndrome-dampen-your-holiday-gatherings/#ftag=CADf328eec
A handful of major mortgage rates inched up. Here's what experts say is next for the housing market this year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgage-rates-inch-higher-on-christmas-eve-todays-mortgage-rates-for-dec-24-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
Earning a welcome bonuses can help you save on travel or boost your savings. Here's how I did it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/i-earned-550-in-3-months-with-these-two-credit-cards/#ftag=CADf328eec
Don't rush to replace your mesh system just yet. A few thoughtful moves may give you a significant speed boost. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-places-to-put-your-mesh-router-for-great-wi-fi/#ftag=CADf328eec
As if AI itself weren't futuristic enough, now there's a whole new leap forward on the horizon. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/what-is-quantum-ai-everything-to-know-about-this-far-out-tech/#ftag=CADf328eec
Joy to the World is the latest holiday romp for the Doctor. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/when-to-watch-the-doctor-who-christmas-special-on-disney-plus/#ftag=CADf328eec
Apple could have more in store than just the successors to the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/the-iphone-in-2025-what-to-expect-beyond-the-iphone-17/#ftag=CADf328eec
I searched for a bargain, and AI sent me on an adventure. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-tried-to-save-money-on-flights-by-using-ai-it-was-a-bumpy-ride/#ftag=CADf328eec
Whether you're buying your first kitchen tools or upgrading, focus on just a few blades. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/you-only-really-need-these-4-kitchen-knives/#ftag=CADf328eec