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Apple Watch SE 2 hits all-time low of just $169.99 on Amazon

Apple Watch SE 2 is available at its lowest price ever on Amazon for Prime Day.
The 40mm GPS model is now $169.99, down from $249.00.
The 44mm GPS model is $199.99, down from $279.00.
Cellular models are also on sale, with prices starting at $219.99.

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Thunderful are having a Steam sale on Viewfinder, Somerville, SteamWorld Heist 2 and other colourful hits

Swedish video game publishers Thunderful are having a Steam sale.
The sale includes games such as Viewfinder, Swordship, The Gunk, Laika: Aged Through Blood, White Shadows, and Somerville.
Viewfinder, with its unique gameplay of turning photographs into walkable terrain, is currently 45% off.
Other notable discounts include Swordship (70% off), The Gunk (75% off), Laika: Aged Through Blood (demo positively received), White Shadows (85% off), and Somerville (65% off).

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How To Fix Rhythmbox Cannot Play MP3/M4A Audio Files on Ubuntu 24.04

To fix the issue of Rhythmbox not playing MP3/M4A audio files on Ubuntu 24.04, you can install the gstreamer1.0-libav package.
Open Terminal and run the command 'sudo apt-get install gstreamer1.0-libav'.
The installation will download and process the necessary software packages.
Once installed, Rhythmbox will be able to play MP3/M4A files without any issues.

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Linux Command Line Basics: A Comprehensive Guide to Essential Commands, File Operations, and…

Navigating the File System: Learn to navigate and list contents of directories using commands like `pwd`, `ls`, and `cd`.
Managing Files and Directories: Create, copy, move, and delete files and directories with commands like `touch`, `mkdir`, `cp`, `mv`, and `rm`.
Viewing and Editing Files: View and edit file contents using commands like `cat`, `nano`, and `less`.
System Information and Management: Check system information, view running processes, and manage users with commands like `uname -a`, `top`, `ps aux`, and `whoami`.
Managing Permissions: Set file permissions using `chmod` and change ownership of files using `chown`.
Finding Files and Directories: Locate files and directories with commands like `find` and `grep`.
Working with Package Managers: Install, update, and remove software packages using package managers like `apt`, `dnf`, and `pacman`.
Basic Network Commands: Test network connectivity, configure network settings, and transfer data using commands like `ping`, `ifconfig`, `netstat`, and `curl`.
Mastering these Linux commands will set a strong foundation for your journey into the Linux world.
Keep practicing and exploring to become more proficient in using the command line interface.

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Windows 11 PCs could soon get the ability to set up much faster Wi-Fi hotspots to share their internet with other devices

Windows 11 PCs could soon get the ability to set up much faster Wi-Fi hotspots on the 6GHz band.
Currently, Windows 11 allows hotspots on the 5GHz or 2.4GHz bands.
The 6GHz band offers faster Wi-Fi speeds and less interference in crowded environments.
To use this feature, PC and router must support Wi-Fi 6E and devices must have 6GHz support.

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Apple could launch smart ring by 2026 – analyst

Apple could launch a connected ring by 2026, according to analyst Ben Wood.
The smart ring would complement Apple's health-focused product portfolio.
The ring would track health metrics and be a potential status symbol.
The retail footprint of Apple stores is suited for launching complex products like smart rings.

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Project Tazama, A Project Hosted by LF Charities With Support From the Gates Foundation, Receives Digital Public Good Designation.

The Tazama project has received the Digital Public Good designation.
Tazama is an open source software solution for real-time fraud prevention in digital payments.
It challenges the proprietary and costly solutions in the financial industry and democratizes access to fraud management tools.
Tazama addresses concerns such as fraud detection, AML compliance, and data privacy, aligning with government priorities.

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Apple Announces Swift Student Challenge Timeline for 2025

Apple has announced that the 2025 Swift Student Challenge will be held for three weeks in February 2025.
Apple will recognize a total of 350 Swift Student Challenge winners whose submissions demonstrate excellence in innovation, creativity, social impact, or inclusivity.
From this esteemed group, 50 Distinguished Winners will receive additional recognition and be invited to Apple’s headquarters in Cupertino next summer.
The company has also updated its Swift Coding Club website and added new Develop in Swift Tutorials.

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POP Icon Keys: Logitech Brings Automation to a Budget-Friendly Keyboard

Logitech introduces the POP Icon Keys, a budget-friendly keyboard with automation features.
The POP Icon Keys keyboard is solidly built, low-profile, and comes in four color options.
It features programmable keys that can control system settings, execute keyboard shortcuts, and run macros.
The keyboard is a great entry point into keyboard automation and will be available for $49.99 later this month.

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Apple adds new features to iCloud.com

Apple’s iCloud.com received a significant upgrade this week, providing users with a more streamlined and convenient experience.
New features include Dark Mode, customized backgrounds, calendar support, shared view in iCloud Drive, faster navigation in iCloud Photos, and pinned notes in Notes.
Users can also create new reminder lists and complete recurring reminders in Reminders.
All additions are available now via iCloud.com.

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NinjaOne introduces AI-driven Patch Sentiment feature for enhanced security

NinjaOne introduces AI-driven Patch Sentiment feature for enhanced security
NinjaOne LLC announces a new feature called NinjaOne AI for Patch Sentiment.
The feature leverages generative artificial intelligence to provide sentiment analysis for Windows updates.
It streamlines the patch management process, reduces risk, and saves time for IT teams.

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How To Solve Coin Puzzle For Wood Side Apartments In Silent Hill 2 Remake

The Coin Puzzle in Silent Hill 2 Remake becomes active after exploring first floor of Wood Side Apartments.
To complete the puzzle, there are three coins missing in the puzzle; a Man Coin, a Snake Coin and a Woman Coin.
The Man Coin can be located in Room 206, which has a code locked safe in the middle. The code to unlock the safe is right 13, left 7, right 11.
Snake Coin is kept in the pool area, inside a pram in the middle of the pool. The pool area has multiple enemies.
The Woman Coin is lodged in a garbage chute and can be dislodged from the chute in Room 312 only.
Coins can be flipped and Puzzle consists of 6 Slots, 5 at the bottom and 1 at the top of the tree. Poems provide clues for coin placement.
Solutions to the coin puzzle vary depending on game difficulty level - Easy, Normal and Hard.
Easy level coin placement sequence is - Man Coin – Woman Coin – Flower Coin.
Normal difficulty's Man Coin-Woman Coin-Flower Coin placement
Hard level requires Snake Coin, Man Coin, and Grave Coin.
Solve the puzzle to proceed further in the game.

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Microsoft Word may delete your files — here’s how to avoid it

Microsoft Word has a new bug that may delete files, and recovery is not always possible.
The bug occurs when saving a file with a # symbol in the file name or using capitalized file extensions.
To prevent file deletion, manually save the file, avoid using # in the file name, use lower-case file extensions, and enable a specific setting in Word.
Microsoft is aware of the issue, but there is no timeline for a fix yet.

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Latest Windows 11 24H2 bug performs a vanishing act on your mouse cursor – and I hope Microsoft fixes it soon

Windows 11's 24H2 update is causing a bug where the mouse cursor disappears.
The issue occurs when clicking in text fields in apps like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Slack, and Spotify.
The bug seems to be limited to apps that use the Chromium web engine.
There is an unofficial fix suggested by Windows Latest, involving resetting the mouse pointer to use the default icon.

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Silent Hill 2: Room 206 Safe Code Solution in Wood Side Apartments

To unlock the safe in Room 206 of Wood Side Apartments in Silent Hill 2, use the code: Right 13, Left 7, and Right 11.
Upon opening the safe, you will obtain the Man Coin and Steel Key.
The Man Coin is needed to solve the coin cabinet puzzle while the Steel Key opens the door of Room 206.
The safe code can be found by following clues related to symbols and numbers in the environment.

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