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AMD CPUs just got a major performance update for games

AMD's upcoming Ryzen 9000X3D processors are receiving BIOS updates from major motherboard brands.
The updates include support for the new CPUs and a feature called "X3D Turbo Mode" that boosts performance by up to 35%.
Initial tests show a 5% uplift in performance on the Ryzen 7 9700X processor without 3D V-Cache.
The updates are expected to provide significant performance improvements for CPUs with AMD's 3D V-Cache technology.

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AWS Storage - Part 1: Storage Types

AWS Storage Services are grouped into file storage, block storage, and object storage.
File storage is organized in a hierarchy with metadata to retrieve files efficiently and it is ideal for centralized access, web serving, analytics, media processing, and cloud environments applications.
Block storage splits files into fixed-size data chunks that have their own addresses, so it is optimal for high-performance workloads, transactional databases, containers, and virtual machines.
Object storage, on the other hand, stores files as objects in a flat structure with unique identifiers and metadata. Therefore it is suitable for large-scale data archiving, backup and recovery, and rich media storage.
Cloud storage solutions are more flexible and scalable compared to traditional on-premises storage solutions. Changes in traditional systems such as adding storage can be a rigid process compared to AWS storage.

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A tiny Mac mini could be the ultimate travel companion and I can't wait for it

Rumors suggest that the next Mac mini will be smaller in size, similar to the Apple TV 4K.
The smaller size could make the Mac mini more portable and suitable for travel.
Professionals and students could easily carry the Mac mini in their backpacks and connect it to any available display, keyboard, and mouse.
The affordable price and potential for additional ports make the new Mac mini an attractive option for education and creative professionals.

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Core Banking Industry Veteran Joe Lockwood Joins Open Banking Solutions as CEO

Black Dragon Capital has appointed Joe Lockwood as the CEO of Open Banking Solutions.
Mr. Lockwood is a seasoned professional within the core banking industry with three decades of experience.
His appointment was supported by Black Dragon Capital's CEO and Founder, Louis Hernandez, Jr.
Open Banking Solutions aims to provide advanced, affordable solutions to community-based financial institutions.

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I’ve been reviewing PCs and laptops for almost 20 years – which is why I’m more excited about a potential M4 Mac mini than any new MacBook

Apple is expected to release new Mac devices including MacBooks and an iMac 2024, all powered by the M4 chip. However, rumors suggest that the most exciting among the potential launches will be an M4-powered Mac mini.
The new MacBooks and iMacs are said to be iterative updates with the biggest change being the inclusion of the M4 chip, which may not offer a big enough performance boost compared to previous generations.
An M4 Mac mini, on the other hand, has the potential to be the most exciting launch, with an M2 Mac mini version already considered one of the best devices Apple has ever made.
The Mac mini has no known Windows 11 competitors and offers the option for a powerful yet almost silent small form factor PC.
The idea of hiding a Mac mini behind a monitor or TV, coupled with gaming improvements on the M4 chip, made the potential release an exciting proposition.
The current Mac mini starts at $599/€649/AU$999, making it the cheapest way to enter the Mac ecosystem, and the proposed new Mac mini model, if it retains a similar price point, could offer the same level of performance as its more expensive counterparts.
The lower entry price also means upgrading to a new Mac mini in the future would be less intimidating compared to the high prices of the MacBook and iMac, allowing more people to experience the Mac ecosystem.
Overall, the potential release of an M4-powered Mac mini could be the closest thing to an Apple console and one of the most exciting products Apple could release this year.

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On theCUBE Pod: The AI bubble isn’t bursting and IBM’s revenue miss

The recent event highlights, including around AI production and AI bubble, were the major subjects for the CUBE Podcast analysts John Furrier and Dave Vellante.
Andy Kessler, author of the Wall Street Journal, wrote an opinion article that suggested AI can’t teach AI new tricks.
AI production readiness is the key for success. Virtual data and reality data have completely different quality levels.
Small language models get a lot of attention because people are having success with domain-specific use cases.
Anthropic releasing improved Claude models is a good sign that the industry is doing its job well.
TheCUBE Research industry analysts expect no bubble popping in AI as there's too much value being unlocked on easy use cases.
Perplexity AI is discussing a funding round with investors that could increase its valuation to more than $8bn from $520m in January 2021.
Generative AI is the latest supercycle. The winners in the Generative AI space are determined early on.
TheCUBE will continue to track the latest developments of the events in the coming weeks.
The team has recently published data on agentic AI that have caught significant attention from people.

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Next-gen laptops may have a weird mix of components

Next-gen gaming laptops may feature a mix of new GPUs and older CPUs.
Leaked information suggests that some high-end gaming laptops may stick to previous-gen laptop CPUs.
This unexpected configuration could be due to underwhelming current-generation desktop CPUs and cost considerations.
The timing of hardware releases may also impact the pairing of next-gen CPUs with next-gen graphics cards.

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Google’s Jarvis AI could shop, book flights, and browse the web for you in Chrome

Google is developing Project Jarvis, an AI agent that can browse the web for users.
The agent is expected to be demonstrated alongside the release of Google's next flagship language model.
Jarvis AI can respond to commands by capturing screenshots and taking actions like clicking buttons or typing.
It may be released to a small group of testers before a wider rollout.

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Nvidia’s mobile GPU range has apparently been spotted – could a powerful RTX 5080 supercharge gaming laptops soon?

Nvidia's RTX 5000 graphics cards for laptops have been spotted, hinting at an imminent reveal.
The leaked IDs indicate the existence of RTX 5090, RTX 5080, RTX 5070 Ti, RTX 5070, RTX 5060, and RTX 5050 mobile GPUs.
Rumors suggest that these laptop GPUs might be launched at CES 2025, alongside RTX 5000 desktop graphics cards.
The release of the RTX 5080 could bring significant improvements over the previous generation, addressing criticisms of weak performance.

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Configuring A Static Website On AWS

Setting up a static website on AWS involves using Amazon S3 and optional configurations for additional services like CloudFront.
To begin, create an S3 bucket and name it uniquely. Choose the closest region to your target audience.
Upload your website files to the S3 bucket and ensure they are organized correctly.
Configure the bucket for static website hosting by enabling it and specifying the index document and error document if needed.

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Azure Function and APIM: The Ultimate Tool for Business Data Tracking

Turbo360 has released its Business Activity Monitoring (BAM) module to shift support “left”, which empowers operators to identify and address issues earlier in the process by providing them with a business-friendly view.
This release allows businesses to track key business milestones and data without making any alterations to their existing Azure setup.
Turbo360 uses logs in App Insights and Kusto Query Language (KQL) to fetch necessary data and represent it as a business-friendly view, enabling support operators to proactively improve issue resolution speed and accuracy.
A technical complexity of the Azure portal often made it difficult for support operators to locate issues, but by providing a clear business view of key transaction milestones, the BAM module removes this complexity.
A booking application use case exemplifies how the operator can more easily see whether the entire transaction was completed successfully or if there is an error in the booking data.
To set up Turbo360’s BAM for Azure Functions and APIM, modeling a tree view and creating a business transaction is required, and the user can track the search and focus view of failed transactions.
Benefits of Turbo360’s BAM include the ability to search for specific transactions and monitor saved and exceptions queries.
By offering a business-friendly view of complex infrastructures, Turbo360 BAM simplifies the support operator’s job while providing businesses with actionable insights.
The module’s ability to track key business milestones, combined with the ease of integration, enhances operational efficiency, enabling teams to stay on top of essential business events while minimizing technical overhead.
Ultimately, Turbo360 BAM ensures smoother workflows and better issue resolution by providing a business-friendly view of critical processes without altering existing Azure setups.

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Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 could be a real treat for Halloween, if latest CPU and RAM spec rumors aren’t a trick

The entry-level MacBook Pro with an M4 chip will be powered by a 10-core CPU (with 10-core GPU), while the iMac 24-inch is to get a relatively swift refresh to the M4 compared to the gap between the M1 and M3 versions of the all-in-one.
All Macs will be getting the M4 treatment due to Apple's focus on AI with Apple Intelligence.
At least some low-end Macs will likely come with 16GB of Unified Memory as a minimum.
The MacBook Pro 14-inch will have low and high-end models and the MacBook Pro 16-inch will get higher-end M4 flavors (M4 Pro, and presumably M4 Max).
The new redesigned Mac mini with M4 chip will come with two USB-C ports on the front and with some versions, there will be three connectors on the back.
The new M4 chip is key in complementing Apple Intelligence, with its AI prowess being considerably peppier, the M4 sport 38 TOPS - a measurement of AI acceleration power - compared to 18 TOPS in the M3 chip.
Mark Gurman (Bloomberg) believes Early in 2025, we’ll see a MacBook Air with M4, and Mac Studio and Mac Pro M4 models will purportedly follow later next year – maybe in Q2, then Q3 of 2025 respectively.
The M4 will be a significant leap for AI processing power, and also for gaming, even though the gains over the M3 will be “noticeable but not stunning” on an overall level.
16GB at this point is a bare minimum for a Pro-targeted laptop.
We might see new Macs as early as later today, and the most high-profile reveal is surely the MacBook Pro M4.

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WTH is Planned Failover for Azure Storage?

Planned Failover for Azure Storage is a feature that allows controlled failover of storage accounts to their secondary region.
Planned Failover ensures that the secondary region has a full replica of the data before failover, eliminating data loss.
The failover process can be initiated through the portal or CLI and can be monitored using the same tools.
Planned Failover is useful for failover testing, proactive failover, and when other resources fail but storage remains online.

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How to create an App service application and hosting an app on it

This article is a guide on how to create an app service application on Azure and how to host an app on it.
Azure App Service is a fully managed platform-as-a-service (PaaS) offering from Microsoft Azure that enables developers to build, deploy, and scale web applications, mobile backends, and RESTful APIs.
Azure CLI is a powerful tool that allows you to manage Azure resources directly from your terminal or command prompt, which enables quick deployment, monitoring, and management of azure resources.
Azure App Service supports various programming languages, including .NET, Java, Node.js, PHP, Python, and Ruby.
The platform ensures high availability and reliability, with options for automatic backups and disaster recovery.
To benefit from Azure App Service, developers must build and deploy their apps using the Azure Command-Line Interface (CLI).
Creating an app service application on Azure involves creating resource groups, App service plans, and Web Apps, which this article explains step-by-step.
You can access an Azure web app through a web browser, and this article explains how to upload your content into the web app.
To upload your code into the Azure web app, you need to copy the source code for the app, prepare the environment, upload the code, and then check the uploaded application.
The Azure CLI and PowerShell make it easy to create and manage app service applications on Azure, and the article recommends leveraging them for app deployment.

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AWS Security Group vs NACL: What’s the Difference?

AWS Security Groups and NACLs are compared in terms of their features, scope, and behavior.
Security Groups are virtual firewalls that control traffic at the instance level, while NACLs control traffic at the subnet level.
Security Groups are stateful, support inbound and outbound rules, and have a limited scope. NACLs are stateless, have numbered rules evaluated in order, and apply to all resources within a subnet.
Security Groups are best for resource-specific control, while NACLs are suitable for network-wide rules enforcement.

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