Forging the future of computing at UGA

Forging the future of computing at UGA

Computer science isn’t a new discipline at the University of Georgia. For decades, the degree has trained students for careers in software development, computer system support, or information technology departments that exist at virtually every large company in America. Recent years, however, have shown just how expansive our technological advancements can be. From the growth …

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Google explains why Pixels now get 7 years of updates

Google explains why Pixels now get 7 years of updates

Earlier today, Google surprised us all by confirming that Gemini Nano support (i.e., on-device generative AI features) will come to the Pixel 8 after previously saying it would only come to the Pixel 8 Pro. That announcement came during a Made by Google podcast episode. But that’s not the only thing Google divulged during the …

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Massive African Internet Outage and the Fragility of Undersea Cables

Massive African Internet Outage and the Fragility of Undersea Cables

Adobe Stock / ArtBox Eight countries in West Africa reported Internet outages after damage was reported to four different undersea fiber cables. The most affected countries are Ivory Coast, Liberia, and Benin, with additional problems caused in Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon. Lesser impact was felt in South Africa, Senegal, and Portugal. There has been no …

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Asmeret Asefaw Berhe Issues Letter of Farewell as Director of DOE Office of Science – High-Performance Computing News Analysis

Asmeret Asefaw Berhe Issues Letter of Farewell as Director of DOE Office of Science – High-Performance Computing News Analysis

Following the news last week of her departure as director of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science since May 2022, Dr. Asmeret Asefaw Berhe has issued a letter of farewell to her agency and White House colleagues. Dr. Berhe is currently on leave from the University of California, Merced where she holds the Ted …

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Samsung Galaxy M55 price in India leaks

Samsung Galaxy M55 price in India leaks

28 March 2024 A few hours ago, Samsung made the Galaxy M55 official in Brazil, but of course the device will be offered in other countries as well. One of them will be India, and now the pricing for the handset in India has been leaked by a usually reliable source. As you can see, …

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Cox Continues Online Safety Efforts for Cox Mobile

Cox Continues Online Safety Efforts for Cox Mobile

As a longtime leader in internet safety, Cox Communications is bringing that commitment to their expanding mobile service. Earlier this year, the broadband provider released the results of “Generation Screen: Parenting and Mobile Safety, a Cox Mobile Survey,” which focused on parents’ safety habits for their kids’ cell phone use. “While providing kids with greater …

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China turns to AI in propaganda mocking the ‘American Dream’ | Elections News

China turns to AI in propaganda mocking the ‘American Dream’ | Elections News

Taipei, Taiwan – “​​The American Dream. They say it’s for all, but is it really?” So begins a 65-second, AI-generated animated video that touches on hot-button issues in the United States ranging from drug addiction and imprisonment rates to growing wealth inequality. As storm clouds gather over an urban landscape resembling New York City, the …

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How Technology Can Support State and Local Agencies Striving for Sustainability

How Technology Can Support State and Local Agencies Striving for Sustainability

  Agencies Should Consider Tech’s Environmental Impact At the same time, constituents are showing interest in circular economies to limit environmental impact. The public is increasingly aware of how e-waste — from mobile phones to servers and networking equipment — impacts the environment. As these interests cross over into the workplace, constituents are also considered …

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