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Unreal Engine INI Mods Don’t Actually Improve Performance
A recent Digital Foundry podcast addressed a long-running debate over the Unreal Engine. There is an argument over whether Unreal Engine ini mods actually improve game performance, especially the stuttering problems in the Oblivion Remastered edition. The team carefully tested two popular mods and has ended this debate, at least for Oblivion. These widely used mods deliver almost no real…
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Best Tires for Wet-Weather Performance
Our tire team analyzed the data from testing hundreds of tires to find the wet-weather standouts in several key segments, including all-season, all-season truck, all-season SUV, ultra-high-performance all-season and summer, winter/snow, performance winter/snow, and all-terrain. For these selections, we focused on the scores for wet handling, hydroplaning resistance, and wet braking. When the top-rated tire for these attributes did not…
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Tests Reveal How EV Tire Choices Affect Performance
For our evaluations, we purchased eight tires of each model. The prices we paid from a local tire retailer spanned from $199 for the standard General Altimax RT45 all-season tire to $289 per tire for the EV-tuned Pirelli PZero All Season Plus Elect for the 18-inch size. The original equipment Hankooks that came standard on our Tesla Model 3 cost…
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AI Benchmark Discrepancy Reveals Gaps in Performance Claims
FrontierMath accuracy for OpenAI’s o3 and o4-mini compared to leading models. Image: Epoch AI The latest results from FrontierMath, a benchmark test for generative AI on advanced math problems, show OpenAI’s o3 model performed worse than OpenAI originally stated. While newer OpenAI models now outperform o3, the discrepancy highlights the need to scrutinize AI benchmarks closely. Epoch AI, the research…
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IBM just unveiled its new z17 mainframe – and it’s built with AI performance in mind
IBM has released the latest version of its mainframe, the z17, aimed at supporting AI workloads and inferencing. The company said its research shows 88% of global IT executives believe that application modernization is crucial, and that more than three-quarters reckon that mainframes will continue to be central to digital transformation. According to IBM, the z17 has been designed with…
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NGFW Performance in High-Traffic Environments
Next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) have become a cornerstone of modern network security, offering advanced capabilities beyond traditional firewalls. They integrate features such as intrusion prevention systems (IPS), application awareness, deep packet inspection (DPI), and threat intelligence to provide comprehensive protection against a wide range of cyber threats. However, as network traffic volumes continue to grow exponentially, the performance of NGFWs in…
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Optimizing Performance in Virtual Networks & Best Tools for 2025
Virtual networks, driven by software-defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization, have revolutionized the way IT infrastructure is managed. These networks provide flexibility, scalability, and efficiency by abstracting the hardware components and enabling network configurations to be created and adjusted through software. However, as networks become more virtualized, it becomes increasingly essential to ensure their performance is optimized to meet the…
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Speedify VPN Review 2025: Features, Security, and Performance
Speedify VPN fast facts Our rating: 3.1 stars out of 5.00 Pricing: Starts at $7.49 per month Key features: Dedicated free version. Can combine multiple internet connections. Servers from 55+ locations. As its name suggests, Speedify VPN focuses on speed to set it apart from the competition. It has unique functionality like a bonding feature that combines multiple internet connections for better…
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Pros, Cons, Pricing & Performance Insights
Hostinger fast facts Our rating: 4.15 out of 5 Pricing: Hostinger starts at $2.99 with a 48-month contract or $11.99 monthly. Key features: AI Website Builder AI Logo Maker WordPress auto-install tool Image: Hostinger Hostinger is a website-building application that performs as well or better than many popular website-building platforms today. Hostinger’s user-friendliness is aided by artificial intelligence (AI), which…
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5 Best Proxies for Ad Testing & Performance Monitoring in 2025
As a digital agency operating in the fast-paced world of digital advertising, it’s essential to ensure your campaigns perform optimally across different regions and platforms. Testing ads and monitoring performance can sometimes be challenging due to geographic restrictions, varying internet speeds, and the need for real-time data. This is where proxies come into play. By acting as intermediaries between you…
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