Technology is the sum of techniques, skills, methods, and processes used in the production of goods or services or in the accomplishment of objectives, such as scientific investigation. Technology can be the knowledge of techniques, processes, and the like, or it can be embedded in machines to allow for operation without detailed knowledge of their workings. Systems applying technology by taking an input, changing it according to the system’s use, and then producing an outcome are referred to as technology systems or technological systems.
Maria Diaz/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Nothing kills the vibe of a good show faster than the dreaded spinning icon or random freezes. If your Roku TV is stuttering or buffering, don’t give up — here’s how to fix it. Also: I watched Roku’s free live TV channels, and it felt … Read more
Looking for the most recent Strands answer? Click here for our daily Strands hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles. Today’s NYT Strands puzzle could be tough, but it’s a fun topic. Some of the answers are long and difficult to unscramble, … Read more
Stranger Things is now over — Volume 3 dropped on New Year’s Eve, and it’ll probably take me a while to process it all. While I pour one out on the curb for the Duffer Brothers’ hit Netflix series, I’m left wondering about their highly anticipated spinoff project and the future of Hawkins, Indiana. If you’re anything like me, … Read more
Adam Breeden/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Smart TVs track viewing habits with ACR tech. Collected data fuels billions in targeted ads. Turning off ACR protects privacy but takes effort. Did you know that whenever you turn on your smart TV, you invite an unseen guest to watch it with … Read more
Looking for the most recent regular Connections answers? Click here for today’s Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Strands puzzles. Today’s Connections: Sports Edition includes a fun mix of topics, especially if you’re from the City of Brotherly Love. If you’re struggling with it but … Read more
Vacuum sealing is a popular option to get a longer shelf life out of many foods. From helping meats avoid freezer burn to ensuring your coffee lasts until you’re ready to drink it, this method can be a great way to save money on groceries by buying in bulk. However, not all foods can survive … Read more
Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Meta’s Quest 3S is a great entry point into the world of virtual reality. It’s better than the Quest 2, introducing several improvements to “performance, capabilities, and user experience,” according to ZDNET managing editor Kerry Wan, who reviewed the device in 2024. Most importantly, … Read more
iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways California’s new AI safety law goes into effect Jan. 1. It centers on transparency and whistleblower protections. Some AI safety experts say the tech is evolving too quickly. A new California law going into … Read more
Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways A lightweight Linux distribution can revive old hardware. Puppy Linux and Linux Lite achieve this in very different ways. Both of these distributions can be used for free. Do you have an old computer … Read more
There are many MasterClass courses on AI but one in particular really got me thinking about the future of artificial intelligence in the workplace and how we can choose to implement it. It’s called, simply, AI Strategy at Work. Amy Webb, who guides this MasterClass alongside AI strategist Conor Grennan and transformation expert Nichol Bradford, tells me … Read more