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Microsoft Designer is a graphic design application that seamlessly integrates with Microsoft 365, Bing, and Microsoft Edge. The purpose of this software is to give non-designer people quick access to a vast array of graphic design options without having to rack up mountains of student debt or spend too much time in design classes. To that end, the software is powered by a pair of AI superstars, a proprietary artificial intelligence designed specifically for this system, and the infamous Dall-E 2....

Risks of Running Windows XP If you decide to buy a computer running Windows XP, plan for these serious security problems you’ll need to deal with: Vulnerability to new bugs: Hackers are constantly searching for bugs in existing operating systems. When those bugs are exploited, companies that make the operating systems patch up (fix) those bugs. In the case of Windows XP, Microsoft won’t fix those bugs.Incompatible drivers: Since most hardware manufacturers stopped supporting Windows XP drivers, you’ll need to use old drivers....

What Is a Minecraft Realm? Minecraft Realms are Mojang’s answer to hosting a Minecraft server. Playing Minecraft with friends over the internet has never been easier. For a fee of $7.99 per month or a one-time payment for 30-, 90-, or 180-day plans, Mojang sets up and hosts a private, always-online server for you and your friends. Only people you invite can play in your world, and your friends play for free in your realm....

What Is an MOS File? A file with the MOS file extension is a raw image file produced by cameras such as the Leaf Aptus series. The file is uncompressed, so you’ll find that it’s usually a bit larger than more standard images like JPEGs or PNGs. How to Open an MOS File The default photo viewer in Windows is one free MOS viewer. RawTherapee is another free software program that opens MOS files in Windows, Linux, and macOS....

When building a PC, one of the most critical components you will install is your motherboard. On a motherboard, there are many electrical connections on the back of the board and the front of the board. Since computer cases are made from metals, there must be space between the motherboard and the case to prevent them from touching each other. What Are Standoffs on a Motherboard? Standoffs are small pieces of metal similar to screws....

If it’s a mobile device (such as a smartphone or some other type of device that can be taken and used on the go) or related to mobile or cellular connectivity, it’s fair game for MWC. What Are the Dates for the Next MWC? 2023’s MWC Barcelona will take place from February 27 to March 2, 2023. MWC Barcelona 2022 took place from February 28 to March 3, 2022. In 2021, the GSMA postponed it to late June....

ThreatFabric, a security firm based in Amsterdam, first discovered the new malware, which it calls Vultur, in March. According to ArsTechnica, Vultur forgoes the previously standard way of capturing credentials and instead utilizes virtual network computing (VNC) with remote access abilities to record the screen when a user enters their login details into specific applications. While the malware originally was discovered in March, researchers with ThreatFabric believe they have connected it to the Brunhilda dropper, a malware dropper used previously in several Google Play apps to distribute other banking malware....

MacBook Air M2 Release Date Apple confirmed in June at WWDC that the new MacBook Air would arrive in the summer. It officially became available July 15, 2022. You can order the MacBook Air at Apple.com. New MacBook Air Price This MacBook starts at $1,199, and $1,099 for education. It’s more depending on the storage, memory, and power adapter you want. You’ll spend $2,499 if you get the top-of-the-line model. You get the following at that introduction price:...

Rolling out today, the update adds a smuggling mechanic where players can obtain illegal products from outlaw systems and sell them for a lot of in-game money. In addition to the game mode, Update 3.85 makes a lot of graphical changes and enhances the space combat with new features. As a space pirate, players can accept new “procedurally generated missions” from Bounty Masters, in which you terrorize the local star system....

Curved monitors may look bizarre compared to the flatscreens most of us are used to, but they often provide a larger display area while taking up less physical space. In addition, the curvature of the screen can create a more immersive experience for movies, and video games as the display wraps around into your peripheral vision. Samsung’s Odyssey Ark does that too, but bigger (at 55-inches), with an emphasis on visual performance, and the ability to quickly change screen position, aspect ratio, size, and Multi View....

Microsoft and NVIDIA recently announced a new AI-driven method to interpret speech that could transform how we chat with our electronics. It’s part of a growing movement changing how computers understand speech, also called Natural Language Processing (NLP). “The models powering NLP are becoming bigger and more advanced and getting closer to human comprehension,” AI expert Hamish Ogilvy told Lifewire in an email interview. “One of the big advances is that NLP is going beyond simple keywords....

According to Nokia’s information page, the XR20 uses an “ultra-solid” case and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus for the display, making it one extremely tough piece of delicate hardware. The description claims the new model is “scratch-resistant, drop-resistant, temperature-resistant, water-resistant, and kid-and-pet-resistant.” Perhaps more importantly, Nokia also says it will provide three years of OS upgrades and four years of monthly security updates to keep it running into at least 2025....

These consumer-grade AR glasses offer plenty of snazzy features intended primarily for streaming video or playing games, with the ability to project an extremely large virtual screen in front of the user’s face. Just how large? Up to 200 inches of OLED goodness. Unlike the standalone NReal Light mixed-reality glasses, the Air models require a device such as a smartphone or computer for connections. These glasses connect via HDMI, so devices—like iPhones—may need an adapter of some kind for a stable connection....

What Is an OGG File? A file with the OGG file extension is an Ogg Vorbis compressed uudio file used for holding audio data. They can include artist and track information. The word “Vorbis” pertains to the encoding scheme provided by the developers of the OGG format, Xiph.org. OGG files that aren’t considered Vorbis can include other audio compression types like FLAC and Speex, and may use the .OGA file extension....

How to Search Classifieds With Oodle After choosing a marketplace item, you’re taken to a different part of the website made especially for those classifieds. For example, if you’re browsing through apartment rentals, you can filter the results to show only the two-bedroom apartments with a washer and dryer, where cats are allowed and the monthly rent is under $750. Browsing through furniture items, however, changes the filtering options to relevant things like item type (desk, chair, bed, etc....

If you’re looking for a way to test the strength of your relationships, look no further. Pass a controller to your friend or spouse or potential business partner (or all three) and take on the cooperative culinary insanity that is Overcooked! 2. While it centers on cooking as a theme, the game is really more about quickly juggling a smorgasbord of tasks, not just in your own head but in communication with fellow chefs as well....

PlayStation 4 To pair the PS4 with the A50: PlayStation 3 To pair the A50 with the PS3: Xbox 360 As with the Xbox One, using the A50 on the Xbox 360 requires a special cable that you plug into the controller. You’ll have to buy that cable yourself; it’s not included with the Astro A50 Xbox One wireless gaming headset. Also, if you’re using an older, non-slim Xbox 360, you’ll need an Xbox 360 audio dongle, too....

Loving pet owners are always concerned about the well-being of their furry friends, but once you’re out the door, there isn’t much you can do. For those who want to keep an eye on their pet even when they have to be away, the Petcube Bites 2 has a few new features to offer over the previous model. Newly Alexa-enabled with a wider field of view than before, this camera is working hard to keep its place as one of the best pet cameras....

On Monday, Philips released details about two new additions to its Momentum gaming lineup. The two new monitors, the 27-inch 279M1RV and the 32-inch 329M1RV, are both validated and designed for Xbox gaming with a supported resolution of 4K. Both monitors also come with full HDR support, including Display HDR1000, a minimum refresh rate of 120Hz, and Philips’ Ambiglow lighting system. The more expensive 32-inch model comes with a VESA DisplayHDR 400 certified display and support for AMD FreeSync....

The feature was announced on Pinterest’s Newsroom blog, where the company said it made the changes with Black, Brown, and Latinx people in mind. Users will be able to filter searches by six distinct patterns: protective, coily, curly, wavy, straight, and shaved/bald. In addition to more general searches, users will also be able to narrow down their results with specific terms like “summer hairstyles” and “glam hair.” The upgraded search tool uses “computer vision-powered object detection” to identify the different hairstyles and was made in collaboration with Pinterest users and BIPOC creators on the site....