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SocialAI makes you the most important – and only – person on social media

SocialAI is a new mobile app that connects users only with AI chatbots, providing engagement and responses to their posts.
The app aims to create a virtual world of conversation with millions of AI chatbots offering various personalities.
While the app can address loneliness and offer a sounding board, it may not provide the same depth as interacting with humans.
SocialAI was developed by Michael Sayman, aiming to help people feel heard and provide a space for reflection and support.

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The Ultimate Guide to Kubernetes Monitoring: Best Practices and Hands-On Instructions

Effective monitoring and observability practices are an imperative for managing modern, cloud-native distributed systems like Kubernetes.
Monitoring involves collecting, analyzing, and visualizing data to understand the performance and health of systems and applications, while observability goes beyond monitoring and is about gaining deep insights into the internal state of systems using information gleaned from logs, metrics, and traces.
Together, monitoring and observability practices enable you to proactively identify and address problems, optimize resource utilization, and ensure the smooth and efficient operation of your Kubernetes workloads.
Implementing a comprehensive monitoring strategy that covers all layers of the Kubernetes stack, accurate and timely data collection, proactive alerting and incident response, and leveraging Kubernetes-native monitoring tools like Prometheus and Grafana are some recommended best practices.
Deploying a Kubernetes cluster and the Kube-Prometheus-Stack and accessing pre-built Grafana dashboards and the Prometheus GUI provides hands-on experience in implementing these monitoring best practices.
Refinement and optimization is an ongoing process, and organizations must continuously evaluate and adapt their monitoring strategy to keep pace with the evolving needs of their applications, business KPIs, and the ever-changing Kubernetes ecosystem.
Conquering Kubernetes monitoring and observability empowers organizations to make data-driven decisions, proactively identify and resolve issues, and ensure the smooth operation of their applications.

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How much is Microsoft Office? 

Microsoft Office, or Microsoft 365, is a suite of work-related applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
The monthly cost of Microsoft 365 varies based on user type: $7 for personal use and $10 for family use.
For business users, the cost ranges from $8.25 to $22 per user per month.
Microsoft 365 requires yearly payment, but there are ways to use some features for free, including a free trial.

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The 14-inch HP Omen Transcend gaming laptop is $400 off

The HP 14-inch Omen Transcend gaming laptop is currently on sale at Best Buy for $1,300, $400 off its original price of $1,700.
The laptop offers exceptional performance and visuals, with an Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 1 CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU, 16GB RAM, and 1TB storage.
Featuring a 14-inch UWVA screen with a max resolution of 2880 x 1800 and a 120Hz refresh rate, the laptop delivers vibrant colors and excellent contrast.
Other features include Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, and USB-A connections, a built-in 1080p camera, and customizable RGB lighting for the keyboard.

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The Alienware Aurora R16 with RTX 4090 is almost $1,000 off

The Alienware Aurora R16 with RTX 4090 is currently on sale, offering a discount of nearly $1,000.
The Aurora R16 is powered by an Intel Core i9-14900KF, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090, 64GB of RAM, and 4TB of storage.
It offers smooth performance and customizable features through Alienware Command Center software.
This deal presents a significant discount for a powerful gaming PC.

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"Embarking on My DevOps Journey: From Zero to Hero with TrainWithShubham's Junoon"

I have enrolled in the 'DevOps - Zero to Hero (Batch 8) Junoon' course by TrainWithShubham to advance my career in DevOps.
DevOps is essential for staying at the forefront of technological advancements and contributing meaningfully to modern development workflows.
I chose the 'Zero to Hero' course because of its comprehensive curriculum, hands-on experience, industry-relevant projects, and expert guidance.
I will be documenting my progress and sharing key takeaways, real-world applications, problem-solving experiences, and actionable tips through blog posts on LinkedIn and Dev.to.

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ChatGPT’s resource demands are getting out of control

A study by The Washington Post and researchers from the University of California, Riverside reveals the resource demands of OpenAI's chatbot, ChatGPT.
The amount of water needed for ChatGPT to write a 100-word email varies depending on the location of the user and OpenAI's data center.
The electrical requirements of ChatGPT are significant, with using it to write a 100-word email consuming enough power to operate more than a dozen LED lightbulbs for an hour.
The issue of resource demands in AI technology is expected to worsen, as seen with other companies such as Meta and Google consuming large amounts of water and electricity.

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AWS named as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Desktop as a Service (DaaS)

AWS has been named as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Desktop as a Service (DaaS).
AWS's commitment to customer needs, diverse portfolio of virtual desktop services, license portability, geographic strategy, and operational capabilities contributed to their positioning as a Leader.
The Amazon WorkSpaces Family offers desktop computing environments running various operating systems, including Windows, Ubuntu, Amazon Linux, or Red Hat Enterprise Linux in the cloud.
Amazon AppStream 2.0 provides instant, streamed access to SaaS applications and desktop applications without the need for code writing or application refactoring.

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This classic HP student laptop is over half off today

The HP Pavilion 16t laptop is on sale with a $539 discount, bringing its price down to $480.
It is equipped with Intel Core 5 120U processor, integrated Intel Graphics, and 8GB of RAM, making it suitable for daily schoolwork.
The laptop features a 512GB SSD for ample storage and comes with Windows 11 Home pre-installed.
With a 16-inch WUXGA screen and lightweight design, it offers easy navigation and portability.

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Amazon launches Amelia, generative AI-powered assist for third-party sellers

Amazon launches Project Amelia, a generative AI-powered assistant for third-party sellers.
Amelia is currently in beta mode for select Amazon partners in the United States.
The AI assistant provides personalized insights, guidance, and support to sellers.
Amelia helps sellers with inventory management, sales data, and issue resolution.

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Amazon launches Amelia, a generative AI-powered assistant for third-party sellers

Amazon.com Inc. is launching a generative artificial intelligence assistant called Project Amelia for independent sellers.
Amelia will provide personalized guidance and support to sellers, helping them manage their business effectively.
The AI assistant will offer insights on inventory management, product lineups, sales data, and traffic information.
Amelia is currently in beta for select Amazon partners in the US and will expand to additional sellers and countries in the future.

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AI Regulation on the Agenda as Senate Judiciary Subcommittees Hear Former Google and OpenAI…

The Senate Judiciary subcommittee held a hearing on the potential misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) and the need for regulation.
Concerns are mounting that AI-generated content, such as deepfakes, could pose a significant threat to the democratic process, especially as the 2024 presidential election approaches.
Experts emphasized the need for regulation to address issues related to the spread of disinformation and the impact on election safety and voter trust.
The panel included experts with deep experience in AI, such as Helen Toner from Georgetown University and Margaret Mitchell, former Staff Research Scientist.

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Windows 11’s new ‘Recommendations & Offers’ page might give you more say over what ads you see, but probably not enough to make you happy

Microsoft is testing a change for Windows 11's Settings app to manage recommended and promoted content.
A new 'Recommendations & Offers' page allows users to control the type of ads and recommendations shown.
The page includes clearer descriptions and a new option called 'Personalized offers.'
However, this change may not satisfy users frustrated with Microsoft's aggressive advertising approach in Windows 11.

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Heads up Samsung phone owners who use Phone Link in Windows 11 – screen mirroring just became way more seamless

Samsung phone owners using Phone Link in Windows 11 will experience a more seamless screen mirroring feature after updating to Samsung’s One UI 6.1.1.
Previously, permission was required each time screen mirroring was initiated, but now it starts automatically with a single click in the Phone Link app.
Microsoft is continuously improving Phone Link, with recent additions including AI-powered suggested message responses and the possibility of it becoming a Start menu 'Companion' in Windows 11.
This enhancement makes Phone Link an integral part of the Windows 11 interface, indicating Microsoft's efforts to rival Apple's iPhone Mirroring feature in macOS Sequoia.

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Amazon Bedrock: Unlocking the Power of Scalable AI and Machine Learning with AWS

Amazon Bedrock is a foundational service within Amazon Web Services (AWS) designed to streamline the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) models into business applications.
Bedrock offers organizations a simpler, more efficient way to integrate and deploy AI-powered solutions within their existing infrastructure.
Businesses that leverage Amazon Bedrock have reported increased productivity, faster time-to-market for AI solutions, and an enhanced ability to innovate in competitive markets.
As AI continues to evolve, Bedrock is poised to drive innovation across industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and entertainment, unlocking new possibilities for automation and data-driven decision-making.

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