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These Were Infuriating Things About Linux, Now They’re No Longer Issues
I’ve used Linux extensively for around 15 years. It may not be my daily driver for the moment, but it’s so easy to switch back to at any time. So many quirks and issues from back in the day have simply been solved. Using Linux today is as easy as anything else, and here are some of the specific ways.…
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The iPhone’s volume buttons will no longer work with Spotify Connect
Spotify users on iPhone will no longer be able to control the volume on connected devices using their physical volume buttons. In an update to its support page, Spotify said Apple “discontinued” this technology, forcing iPhone owners to use an annoying workaround. This change only affects Spotify Connect, a feature that lets users use their phones to control Spotify on…
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Why You Need a Longer Password
Key Takeaways Password entropy measures randomness, with higher bits needed for a secure password. Dictionary attacks & brute force cracking are common methods. Adding randomness thwarts attackers. Entropy depends on password length, characters, and case usage—best aim for 16-character passwords. We all know the annoyance of creating a new account online: you enter the password you want, and then the…
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“We’re focusing on high-growth areas” is the new “you’re no longer needed”
If you hear executives at your company talking about “focusing on high-growth areas” such as AI, you know you’re in for a rough ride. But it’s not like it used to be. The early pandemic gravy train in tech has most certainly ground to a halt, and what would’ve previously been a time where you’d be looking at a nice…
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