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Google Maps is getting 3 big upgrades to make your life easier — here’s what’s new

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Google has announced that it's planning to roll out several new features and updates to Google Maps, some of which are powered by AI-like algorithms.

This is potentially a big deal because millions of people (myself included) use Google Maps every month, so even a minor change will have a big impact. And by the look of them, these changes don't seem so minor.

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Microsoft: Windows Kernel CVE-2023-32019 fix is disabled by default

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Microsoft has released an optional fix to address a Kernel information disclosure vulnerability affecting systems running multiple Windows versions, including the latest Windows 10, Windows Server, and Windows 11 releases. 

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Microsoft: Windows 10 21H2 has reached end of servicing

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 Multiple editions of Windows 10 21H2 have reached their end of service (EOS) in this month's Patch Tuesday, as Microsoft reminded customers today.

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I tried Apple Vision Pro and it's far ahead of where I expected

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The smoothness of the eye-tracking interface, the quality of the displays, and the three-dimensional photos and videos are its standout features.

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Nvidia unveils new kind of Ethernet for AI, Grace Hopper 'Superchip' in full production

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, speaking at the opening keynote of the Computex computer technology conference, on Monday in Taipei, Taiwan, unveiled a host of fresh products, including a new kind of ethernet switch dedicated to moving high volumes of data for artificial intelligence (AI) tasks. 

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Microsoft announces Windows 11 ‘Moment 3’ update, here's the new features

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Microsoft has released the Windows 11 22H2 'Moment 3' update, bringing many new and long-awaited features to the operating system.
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Microsoft 365 hit by new outage causing connectivity issues

Microsoft 365 hit by new outage causing connectivity issues
Microsoft is investigating service issues preventing users from accessing their Microsoft 365 accounts and blocking access to installed apps.
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Upgrade your device with this Windows 11 Pro license deal

Upgrade your device with this Windows 11 Pro license deal
Remote work and bring-your-own-device policies mean that all your computers should be up to professional standards. A Microsoft Windows 11 Pro license shifts your laptop, desktop, or professional tablet up to a higher gear, with no coupon needed.
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WhatsApp now lets you lock chats with a password or fingerprint

WhatsApp now lets you lock chats with a password or fingerprint
Meta is now rolling out 'Chat Lock,' a new WhatsApp privacy feature allowing users to block others from accessing their most personal conversations.
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Brave unveils new "Forgetful Browsing" anti-tracking feature

Brave unveils new "Forgetful Browsing" anti-tracking feature
The privacy-focused Brave Browser is introducing a new "Forgetful Browsing" feature that prevents sites from re-identifying you on subsequent visits.
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Can this new prototype put an end to cyberattacks?

Can this new prototype put an end to cyberattacks?
A new prototype technology has the potential to revolutionize cybersecurity, making it possible for businesses to prevent the majority of cyberattacks with ease.
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Microsoft expands AI Copilot offering with Viva and Glint integrations

Microsoft expands AI Copilot offering with Viva and Glint integrations
Microsoft looks to improve employee engagement and productivity by bringing its AI Copilot offering to the Viva platform.
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Google Chrome emergency update fixes first zero-day of 2023

Google Chrome emergency update fixes first zero-day of 2023
Google has released an emergency Chrome security update to address the first zero-day vulnerability exploited in attacks since the start of the year.
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Windows 11 is getting a new 'Presence sensing' privacy setting

Windows 11 is getting a new 'Presence sensing' privacy setting
Windows 11 is getting a new privacy setting that allows users to control whether applications can detect when actively interacting with the device.
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Microsoft delays Exchange Online CARs deprecation until 2024

Microsoft delays Exchange Online CARs deprecation until 2024
Microsoft announced today that Client Access Rules (CARs) deprecation in Exchange Online will be delayed by one year until September 2024.
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