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Everything Online Is Getting Bigger Except Your ISP’s Data Cap

Fallout 76‘s latest patch is over 47 GB in size. From video games to 4K streaming video, everything online keeps getting bigger. But Comcast’s 1 TB data cap isn’t changing, and some smaller Internet service providers are even worse.   Read More »


What Wi-Fi Security Cameras Let You Record Locally?

Wi-Fi Cameras are easier to install and set up compared to Wired Cameras. But they often require subscriptions to get the most out of them, and that can include cloud storage. If you don’t want to pay for a subscription, you will want to choose a camera that supports local storage.   Read More »


The Problem With AI: Machines Are Learning Things, But Can't Understand Them

Everyone’s talking about “AI” these days. But, whether you’re looking at Siri, Alexa, or just the autocorrect features found in your smartphone keyboard, we aren’t creating general purpose artificial intelligence. We’re creating programs that can perform specific, narrow tasks.   Read More »


What Wi-Fi Security Cameras Let You Record Locally?

Wi-Fi Cameras are easier to install and set up compared to Wired Cameras. But they often require subscriptions to get the most out of them, and that can include cloud storage. If you don’t want to pay for a subscription, you will want to choose a camera that supports local storage.   Read More »


Windows 10’s October Update Breaks Apple’s iCloud

Windows 10’s October 2018 Update has more bugs. Microsoft won’t offer the update if you have iCloud installed, and Apple won’t let you install iCloud if you’ve already upgraded. You’ll also have trouble if you have F5 VPN software installed.   Read More »


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Black Friday 2018: The Best Smart Speaker and Smart Display Deals

Whether you’re looking to add to your existing smarthome repertoire, or are just starting from complete scratch, there are a ton of Black Friday deals for smart speakers and smart displays alike.   Read More »






FYI / Useful Tips and Headlines


Google Photos Adds Portrait Depth Editing and Color Pop For iOS Users
Google Photos’ iOS app now includes two very useful features for image-editing fanatics: a depth slider and the cool Color Pop option.   Read More »


See the New Aquaman Movie a Week Early With Prime, Here’s How
I'm a sucker for superhero movies, and while I'm not as big of a fan of DC's offerings as the Marvel ones, I'm excited to see Aquaman when it comes out next month. If you're like me and want to see the film even sooner, you're in luck: Amazon Prime members will be able to see the movie one week early in 1,000 theaters across the United States.   Read More »


Windows 10’s October Update Breaks Apple’s iCloud
Windows 10’s October 2018 Update has more bugs. Microsoft won’t offer the update if you have iCloud installed, and Apple won’t let you install iCloud if you’ve already upgraded. You’ll also have trouble if you have F5 VPN software installed.   Read More »


Now You Can Stream Free, Ad-Supported Movies on YouTube
If you're a cord cutter, you already have a few different options to watch free, ad-supported movies. Not to be outdone, YouTube is also joining the fray.   Read More »




Everything Else We Published Today
How to Disable the Articles on Microsoft Edge’s Start and New Tab Pages
How to Change Outlook’s Reminder Alert
How To Turn Off Automatic App Updates from the Microsoft Store in Windows 10
How to Pair Echo Buttons to Your Amazon Echo
How to Change Outlook’s New Mail Alert Sound
Black Friday 2018: The Best Blu-ray and 4K Deals
Black Friday 2018: The Best Smart Speaker and Smart Display Deals
Black Friday 2018: The Best Game Console And Controller Deals
Black Friday 2018: The Best Smart Home Security Deals




Geek Trivia

What Was The First Multiple Player Internet Game?
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Today's Tech Term

B2G

B2G (shorthand for Business-To-Government) refers to the exchange of information between a business and a government agency or a business selling a product/service to a government agency.



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