The best rugged phones of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

Want a smartphone that’s nearly indestructible? We tested the best rugged phones from Doogee, Kyocera, and Caterpillar to help you find the right fit.

More Data Centers Are Lowering Their Environmental Impact as a Side Effect of Liquid Cooling

According to Dell’Oro’s report, CoolIT Systems, Boyd, and Motivair were the top three earners in the Data Center Liquid Cooling arena in 2023.
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The best robot mowers of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

We went hands-on with the best robot mowers that can cut your grass regularly and let you kick back and relax while the job gets done.

The best Roborock vacuums of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

I’ve tested the top Roborock robot vacuums and mops to help you find the best one for your home and cleaning needs.

I replaced my Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra with the Z Fold 6 for a week – and can’t go back

The latest Galaxy foldable is an expensive, multifaceted, and fun device that – still – only enthusiasts should buy.

The best robot vacuums for pet hair of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

Ditch your handheld vacuum and let one of these top robot vacuums for pet hair from iRobot, Roborock, and more suction it all away.

Change this Android setting to instantly give your phone twice the speed

A few taps and a swipe are all it takes to make any Android phone run in double time.

OpenAI shares safety updates after whistleblower complaints, lawmaker demands

In an X thread, the AI giant explains ‘how we’re prioritizing safety in our work.’ Here’s what’s new.

How to Install JupyterLab on Ubuntu 24.04

JupyterLab is an open-source web-based interactive development environment that extends the classic Jupyter Notebook experience, providing a more flexible and powerful interface for data science and scientific computing tasks. In this guide, you’ll learn how to install Jupyter on Ubuntu 24.04. You’ll install and secure Jupyter with password authentication. Then you’ll install Nginx and configure […]

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Meta inches toward open source AI with new LLaMA 3.1

Is Meta’s 405 billion parameter model really open source? Depends on who you ask. Here’s how to try out the new engine for yourself​.

This stereo amp made me feel like I was hearing my favorite songs for the first time

As an audiophile, I appreciate high-quality products that don’t break the bank, and Outlaw Audio’s RR 2160 Mk II retro stereo receiver fits that bill perfectly.

The best iPhone power banks of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

I tested the best iPhone power banks featuring wireless charging, dual ports, fast charging, and more, ensuring you get the most out of your purchase.

Copilot Pro vs. ChatGPT Plus: Which AI chatbot is worth your $20 a month?

These Microsoft and OpenAI subscriptions cost the same, so which AI tool do you choose? That depends on the features most important to you. Let’s review your options.

Linux Mint 22 “Wilma” Is Now Available for Download, Here’s What’s New

Dubbed “Wilma”, Linux Mint 22 is based on the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) operating system series and uses the Linux 6.8 kernel. It will receive security updates until 2029 and new kernel versions as they’re available upstream in the Ubuntu 24.04 L…

The best power banks of 2024: Expert tested

We tested power banks from Anker, Ugreen, Baseus, and more to help you find the best one for boosting your batteries.

The best NAS devices of 2024: Expert tested

We tested the top NAS storage devices, which provide seamless storage solutions and are ideal for both personal and professional use.

Leaked Google TV Streamer photos show a device nothing like the Chromecast

The upcoming Google TV streaming device has a table-top design instead of the Chromecast’s dongle form factor.

Amazon revamps Prime Video to help you navigate your content and subscriptions

Amazon wants to more clearly guide you to the right TV shows and movies on Prime Video and across add-on subscriptions.

Is the European Commission Dropping Support for Important Open-Source Funding?

Maybe it’s just an oversight, but the European Commission’s draft of projects for next year fails to mention the NGI Zero Commons Fund, an important source of funding for FOSS projects.
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The Pervasive Influence of Linux on Modern Software Development and DevOps

by George Whittaker

Introduction

Since its inception in the early 1990s, Linux has grown from a hobbyist’s project into a foundational pillar of the modern technological world. Its im…