Why did they choose Systemd? Simple: the Debian project made a decision to switch, so Canonical decided to follow suit. Ubuntu is ultimately a Debian derivative after all. This type of thing makes sense to me. If your parent project is doing one thing, you might as well adopt it instead of creating more fragmentation. Some people are absolutely thrilled about systemd in the new release of Ubuntu. Others … not so much....
You can use this information to easily decide whether you want to read the article right now or save it to read later. Tip: Readism can also be used in Opera using the Download Chrome extension. Just install this extension in Opera, and get all the Chrome extensions in Opera, including Readism. Using Readism Install Readism from the Chrome Web Store, and you will see its icon next to the address bar....
The Windows 8.1 Start screen displays various tiles for all the built-in apps and for any apps that you have pinned to it. But you many not want to clutter it up with every app you install. In contrast, the Windows 8.1 Apps screen does show you every installed app on your PC, but in a more compact and presentable view. In addition, you can also sort the Apps screen to display your apps according to name, date installed, most used or category....
RockMelt is a new web browser, backed by Netscape founder Marc Andreessen, which aims to bridge the gap between social sharing and web surfing. The browser is build around your social circle, feeds, search results and friends. Request an Invite To Download Rockmelt Rockmelt has recently entered a public beta but you will need an invitation to download the application. To request a free invite, head over to the RockMelt website and connect your Facebook account....
Introduction Cooker hoods might be useful, but they’re often ugly and can ruin the look of a kitchen. The Infinite Range CombiHob NZ84T9747VK/UR solves that problem by integrating the extraction fan into the middle of the hob. This makes for a larger-than-average hob, and you’ll need space below for the ducting, but if you hit the requirements, this is a powerful and flexible induction hob. Design and features Integrated extractor fanNot always the most intuitive controlsAutomatic cooking programmes...
The Samsung Odyssey G5 gaming monitor on offer features a sharp 1440p resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. That 144Hz refresh rate ensures smoother visuals when playing games at a high frame rate. With the PS5 and Xbox Series X now offering support for high refresh rate displays, this monitor will be a worthwhile option beyond PC gamers. The Samsung Odyssey G5 gaming monitor has seen a huge 30% price cut ahead of Black Friday....
if you’re unsure about a smart display for your home, but still want to nab some deals ahead of the weekend, you can check out our rolling early Black Friday deals for some great savings. If you’re into the idea of this multi-purpose smart display, read on for our verdict. In awarding the Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen) a perfect score, our home technology editor David Ludlow praised the great value for money (even better now), powerful audio, and intelligent camera which can be obscured by a manual lens cover when not in use....
Explaining NAND Flash Almost all the memory you use stored on a chip other than the RAM on your computer uses a technology known as NAND flash. NAND flash memory depends on other hardware installed on the device or embedded into the chips. A NAND cell is a series of semiconductors that hold data inside them. The speed at which these cells read and write information is almost entirely contingent on how they are arranged and how the controllers that pick up and send the data coordinate the process....
One of the latest web apps to jump into the database pool is Sodadb – simple online database. It brings along the promise of being always free (though there is a premium version with more records and storage) and no skill level required for setup and usage. There are even a few templates for common uses, such as music and movie collections, address books and more. Here’s how to setup your own database....
Tip: These are the best cell phones for kids. Our Opinion Damien thinks it’s “easy to put the blame on the phone manufacturers, but the biggest culprits are the parents who allow their children to get addicted by giving them access to phones at a young age.” He suggests that parents should take responsibility as well as precautions to prevent such things from happening. Phil sees it the same way, noting, “It’s all too easy to use tech as a digital babysitter, but especially in the young it breeds a habit of boredom avoidance....
If this sounds like a cool feature to you, then you’re sure to love Smart Wall. Users of the popular GeekTool for Mac, will find Smart Wall very similar. However, as one Smart Wall user has stated, that this tool is basically a simpler version of GeekTool; it’s great for those who don’t have time to learn all there is to know about GeekTool. Smart Wall makes your wallpaper smart by integrating bits of data that you use on a daily basis....
Obviously a maps app is put on a mobile phone to help you find your way. These apps are on there not so that we can take a bus or walk. They are there to help us drive. While we know we aren’t supposed to text and drive, and that some think we shouldn’t talk and drive (although most of us still do), it seems like when we want to know where our next turn is or if there is an alternate route, we should be able to check our maps app....
The A16 can be found in the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max, while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 will be available in a number of yet-to-be-announced Android phones. Read on to discover all the biggest similarities and differences between Apple’s A16 Bionic and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. CPU The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is equipped with the Kryo CPU, a 64-bit processor based on a 4nm process....
Following on from the Sky Glass TV in late 2021, Sky Stream takes the software elements of that television set and bungs them in a dinky streaming box ideal for those who don’t need, or want, Sky’s actual TV. Dishless Sky is something I have been longing for many years and while it has been teased before, it was getting to the point where I didn’t think it would ever actually arrive....
The issue with the default time limit is that it interrupts what you’re doing even when your PC is being used. You could be playing music while you’re in bed, watching Netflix on the couch, or setting Steam to download large games overnight. Windows doesn’t care! To fix this issue we sought out a new application called Stand-Bye. Downloading and Installing Stand-Bye Stand-Bye is an application developed by a team of three, devoted to providing a better solution to Windows’ standby problem....
Whether you’re looking for a standing desk for your tablet, laptop, or desktop computer, StandStand has you covered. In this review, though, we’re going to look at the most portable option available: the original StandStand. Note: the company’s name is StandStand, and the model name of the portable standing desk in this review is also StandStand. What Is StandStand? StandStand is a very clever portable and lightweight standing desk that was “designed from the ground up with the user in mind....
With RaspyFi, you get a headless media server that can play music, in all the popular audio formats, from a connected USB or a NAS device as well as stream Internet radio. Furthermore, the distro supports a large number of USB DACs so you can plug in your amplifiers and other equipment to enhance your listening experience. RaspyFi also includes support for AirPlay devices out of the box, which means you can use the RaspyFi as a remote speaker for your Apple devices as well as Android devices with apps such as AirAudio that are available for free from the Google PlayStore....
Of the several command line to do applications out there in the Linux ecosystem, which one should you choose? That’s up to you to decide, but you might want to take a look at iKog. Short for it Keeps on growing, iKog is a Python script that helps you manage your tasks. If you’re into Getting Things Done (GTD for short, a popular method for personal organization), then it’s worth the time to check out iKog....
Among these features is sharing our music via social media. In this article I’ll be going over what I feel are the best apps/websites for both their music and sharing functions. Spotify: For Collecting and Sharing Spotify is a huge music platform. While the free version offers good features on mobile, desktop is where free starts to really shine with the ability to listen to full albums, albeit with advertisements....
PPTP Point-To-Point-Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is the most popularly VPN protocol and is supported by the most devices. PPTP stands for point to point protocol, is by far the easiest to configure and has low overhead that makes it faster than other VPN protocols. Firewalls such as ISA Server, Cisco PIX and Sonic Wall recognize the protocol. PPTP encrypts data using a 128-bit key which puts it in the “weakest” category of VPN protocols....
