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Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, May 14 (game #1206)

Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, May 14 (game #1206).
Quordle, a challenging word game, offers hints and answers for players.
Hints include the number of vowels, repeated letters, and uncommon letters.
Today's answers for Quordle include FAVOR, METER, PICKY, and MAKER.
The game also featured a word difference between British and American English.
Other Quordle answers from previous days are listed in the article.
Players are provided with hints to assist in solving the daily Quordle puzzle.
Challenges in spelling and word choice are part of the Quordle gameplay.
The game requires players to think and make strategic word selections.
Quordle provides a fun and engaging experience for word game enthusiasts.

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Day 20/ 30 Days of Linux Mastery: Recover/Rescue Root Password in RHEL9

Day 20 of 30 Days of Linux Mastery focuses on recovering or rescuing the forgotten root password in RHEL 9.
To recover the root password in RHEL 9, one can follow a step-by-step guide that involves booting into rescue mode, editing GRUB boot entry, remounting in read/write mode, and resetting the password.
Recovering the root password is an essential skill for Cloud, Linux, or DevOps Engineers, and knowing this process can help avoid panics during such situations.
If you found this guide helpful, you can bookmark, comment, like, and follow for more updates on the #30DaysLinuxChallenge.

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Decimal Separator and Internationalization

When reporting numbers, it is suggested not to use three digits after the decimal point to avoid confusion with the thousands separator.
In software development, it is recommended to use libraries to handle numeric input and output according to local conventions to prevent errors.
An incident in 2006 during a course on Bayesian clinical trial design in Bordeaux highlighted the issue of decimal separator differences between the US and France causing software problems.
The solution in the mentioned incident was for attendees to set their operating system locale to the US to overcome the issue of conflicting decimal notation formats.

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Looking for a $1,000 gaming laptop? Check out this Gigabyte G6 deal

Looking for a $1,000 gaming laptop? Consider the Gigabyte G6 with Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 on sale at Best Buy with a $200 discount.
Gigabyte G6 features Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060, 13th-gen Intel Core i7 processor, 32GB RAM, and 1TB SSD, offering top-tier gaming performance.
With a 16-inch screen, WUXGA resolution, and 165Hz refresh rate, the Gigabyte G6 ensures sharp details and smooth animations for gaming.
Act fast as the $200 discount may be ending soon, making this gaming laptop a great deal. Buy now to enjoy the savings on this powerful machine.

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Apple is going to make it easier to read on your Mac

In honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Apple announced new features to enhance user-friendliness in its ecosystem.
Features include Accessibility Nutrition Labels in the App Store, Magnifier for Mac, Braille Access, and Accessibility Reader.
Accessibility Nutrition Labels offer detailed information about apps' accessibility features, facilitating user selection of assistance apps.
Additional updates include Live Captions for Apple Watch, Personal Voice enhancements, and focus on making technology accessible to all, according to Tim Cook.

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Trump strikes a blow for AI – by firing the US copyright supremo

In the UK, a debate is ongoing about compensating artists for the use of their copyrighted work in AI technology creation.
The US took a contrasting approach by firing the head of the US copyright office who questioned AI companies' need to bypass copyright laws.
Trump's action has raised concerns about the influence of well-capitalized AI companies on copyright law.
Trump's sweepstakes with his cryptocurrency offering access to a dinner with the president has faced criticism for ethical concerns.
Drones played a significant role in the recent conflict between India and Pakistan, showing the proliferation of drones in modern warfare.
The fear of automation replacing jobs is highlighted by the increased use of robots in drug dispensing and robotic automation in pharmacies like Walgreens.
Automation in pharmacies has resulted in cost savings and an increase in vaccine dispensations, but raises questions about worker conditions and job displacement.
Walgreens' automation may help alleviate the challenges faced by pharmacy workers, such as chronic understaffing and burnout, while improving patient interaction.
The use of automation in healthcare settings like methadone clinics and pharmacies reflects the ongoing debate on balancing automation benefits with worker welfare.
TechScape covers various tech-related topics including the presence of a Nigerian sextortion network on TikTok, a court clash between Meta and NSO, and AI being used in court proceedings.

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The GPU market might go from bad to worse as Nvidia reportedly increases prices

Nvidia reportedly increases prices of its RTX 50-series GPUs for board partners and suppliers, which could impact consumers.
The price hike is not a direct increase in MSRP, but a behind-the-scenes adjustment reported by Digitimes and shared by XDA Developers.
Export controls, tariffs, and demand from China are cited as reasons for the price increase by Nvidia to offset losses and maintain profit margins.
The RTX 5090 saw a 10% price increase, and server manufacturers will pay up to 15% more, affecting the already turbulent GPU market.

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Microsoft shows us discarded Windows 11 Start menu designs – and I’m so glad they were chucked in the bin in favor of the revamp we’re getting

Microsoft has redesigned the Start menu in Windows 11, sharing feedback and discarded designs in the process.
The new Start menu features a single scrollable panel for a more user-friendly experience with customizable options.
User feedback played a significant role in the redesign process, focusing on faster app access and customizable features.
Over 300 Windows 11 fans were involved in studies and feedback sessions to shape the Start menu revamp.
Microsoft highlighted the importance of the Start menu as a place for app access and customization.
Users will have the option to hide recommendations in the Start menu if they do not find them helpful.
Microsoft showcased various discarded Start menu concepts, with varying levels of appeal and functionality.
Some discarded designs included tablet-focused layouts, Windows 10-style menus, and overly busy interfaces.
The chosen Start menu design features a simple, streamlined approach with customizable elements for users.
While some may find the chosen revamp safe, it offers a functional and customizable Start menu experience.

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Sam Altman says how people use ChatGPT reflects their age – and college students are relying on it to make ‘life decisions’

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman explains how users interact with ChatGPT based on age demographics.
Older individuals use ChatGPT as a Google replacement, while those in their 20s and 30s see it as a life advisor.
Altman notes that college students treat ChatGPT like an operating system and rely on it for making life decisions.
ChatGPT is increasingly being used for various purposes like giving advice on hobbies and helping with decision-making across different topics.

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Intel and AMD are already working on their next-gen GPUs, source code reveals

Intel and AMD are already working on their next-gen GPUs as per source code reveals.
Recent leaks show references to upcoming GPU architectures in both AMD and Intel code updates.
AMD is focusing on RDNA 4 with models like RX 9070 GRE and RX 9060 non-XT, while planning for RDNA 5 (GFX13) with architectural advancements.
Intel's next-gen GPUs will be called Arc Celestial, with work already underway for Intel Arc Druid as revealed in open-source library patches.

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The new macOS update includes a battery boost for Safari

The macOS 15.5 update is light on features, but the Safari 18.5 update includes a new developer feature called 'Declarative Web Push' aimed at saving battery life for users.
Declarative Web Push is a more efficient approach to web notifications that reduces battery drain in Safari and has already been introduced in iOS and iPadOS.
This feature allows developers to switch notification implementations to a simpler JSON format, making notifications reliable and timely without consuming excessive system resources.
Users who allow websites to send them notifications will benefit from this new system's improved performance and privacy features, with the update available on macOS Sonoma and macOS Ventura as well.

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The dual-GPU Intel Arc B580 might be the new Nvidia Titan

An Intel partner is working on a dual-GPU Arc B580 with 48GB of VRAM, which could rival some of the best graphics cards.
The GPU is based on the BMG-G21 chip, offering up to 40 Xe cores and 5,120 shader units when doubled.
The expected memory capacity of 48GB confirms a previous report of a 24GB version, reminiscent of Nvidia's GTX Titan Z.
The dual-GPU Arc B580 is not a gaming GPU but could be useful for AI workflows, with details about availability and pricing still uncertain.

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Your iPhone battery could get a big boost soon thanks to iOS 19 and Apple Intelligence –and that's good news for the iPhone 17 Air

Apple is set to introduce a new AI-powered battery tool in iOS 19, aimed at enhancing iPhone battery life.
The tool, part of Apple Intelligence, will analyze user behavior to optimize energy usage and is designed with the iPhone 17 Air in mind.
The AI feature will continuously monitor device usage to make real-time adjustments for improved battery performance.
This innovation is expected to benefit all iPhones running iOS 19 and address the thin design and potential battery challenges of the upcoming iPhone 17 Air.

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6 Trends Shaping the Future of Cloud Adoption by 2029

Gartner has identified six emerging trends that will impact cloud adoption over the next few years.
These trends include cloud dissatisfaction, AI and machine learning becoming central to cloud usage, multicloud challenges, industry-specific cloud platforms, digital sovereignty, and sustainability in the cloud.
By 2029, Gartner predicts that cloud compute resources dedicated to AI workloads will increase to 50% from less than 10%.
Organisations are advised to address strategic challenges to reduce cloud dissatisfaction, leverage industry cloud platforms, implement digital sovereignty strategies, and prioritize sustainability for greater value from cloud investments.

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Regulator Probes Tesla Safety Ahead Of Robotaxi Launch

The US auto safety regulator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), has asked Tesla for more details on its planned automated taxi service in Austin, Texas, focusing on the use of Tesla’s 'Full Self-Driving' (FSD) offering.
The NHTSA’s probe into FSD, launched in October, is focused on how the system performs in reduced visibility conditions after reported collisions, including a fatal crash in 2023.
The NHTSA's letter to Tesla asks about the number of vehicles to be used as robotaxis, safety measures in poor weather, monitoring of vehicles, compliance with industry standards, and the use of sensors and cameras.
Tesla has until June 19 to respond to the NHTSA or may face fines. Concerns have been raised regarding Tesla's promotion of FSD as a robotaxi and the need for persistent driver attention even with features like Autopilot and Full Self-Driving.

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