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Video Update : Talking To ChatGPT : An Example

As talking to AI is set to become mainstream, this video takes a look at speaking directly with ChatGPT and includes a couple of examples of what it can be used for. It’s expected this will mode of interaction will become second nature very soon. [Note – To Watch This Video without glitches/interruptions, It may … Continue reading Video Update : Talking To ChatGPT : An Example


Tech Tip – Optimise Email Signatures with Transparent Images for Dark Mode

With many users adopting dark mode in the new Microsoft Outlook, including a transparent background for images such as logos or signatures ensures your emails look professional across both light and dark themes. Why It Matters: – Many users enable dark mode, which displays emails on a black or dark-coloured background. – Images with a … Continue reading Tech Tip – Optimise Email Signatures with Transparent Images for Dark Mode


Featured Article : Oz Social Media Ban For Kids

Australia’s government has enacted legislation prohibiting children under 16 from accessing social media platforms to protect them from the harmful effects of online content, such as cyberbullying, exploitation, and exposure to inappropriate material. The Online Safety Amendment  Under the new legislation, known as the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2024, only just … Continue reading Featured Article : Oz Social Media Ban For Kids


Tech Insight : What Is Azure Foundry?

In this Tech Insight, we look at what Azure Foundry is, the challenges it addresses, its key features and benefits, and its role for businesses hoping to embrace the AI revolution. What Is Azure Foundry? Azure Foundry is Microsoft’s latest innovation in AI, offering a comprehensive single platform that unifies the design, deployment, and management … Continue reading Tech Insight : What Is Azure Foundry?


Tech News : Slow Websites Costing UK Businesses £££

A recent study by US-based hosting provider Liquid Web has revealed that slow website performance is costing businesses thousands of pounds per year in revenue and draining resources at an alarming rate. Slow Websites Costing UK Businesses  The study, which was based on a survey of 206 business owners from industries ranging from ecommerce to … Continue reading Tech News : Slow Websites Costing UK Businesses £££


Tech News : Social Media Health Findings

A new study from the University of British Columbia (UBC) has found that it’s how young people use social media, not how long they use it, that matters most in relation to their mental health. Challenging Common Beliefs About Social Media Use The groundbreaking study, led by psychology professor Dr. Amori Mikami, has challenged widespread … Continue reading Tech News : Social Media Health Findings


An Apple Byte : Apple Warns Against Force-Closing iPhone Apps

It’s been reported that Apple has advised on its discussion forum that force-closing apps on an iPhone can negatively impact device performance and battery life. Contrary to the common belief that swiping apps closed conserves battery, Apple has clarified that recently used apps are not actively running but are in a “standby mode”. Because they are … Continue reading An Apple Byte : Apple Warns Against Force-Closing iPhone Apps


Security Stop Press : Microsoft Disrupts 240 Phishing Sites Amid Surge in AiTM Attacks

Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit (DCU) has reported dismantling 240 fraudulent websites linked to an Egypt-based cybercrime group, thereby disrupting a key operation within the expanding “Phishing-as-a-Service” (PhaaS) industry. Central to the threat is the rapid rise of “Adversary-in-The-Middle” (AiTM) phishing attacks, which allow attackers to intercept and manipulate communications, bypassing multifactor authentication (MFA) protections. Microsoft’s … Continue reading Security Stop Press : Microsoft Disrupts 240 Phishing Sites Amid Surge in AiTM Attacks


Sustainability-in-Tech : Revolutionary Material Absorbs Over 99% Of Light

Researchers at the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) have developed a composite material capable of absorbing more than 99 per cent of electromagnetic waves across multiple frequencies. Could Transform Many Industries In an era where technology and sustainability must progress hand-in-hand, the ground-breaking ultra-thin, flexible film could transform industries ranging from energy and telecommunications … Continue reading Sustainability-in-Tech : Revolutionary Material Absorbs Over 99% Of Light


Video Update : Back Up Your Facebook & Instagram Data

Once again, we continue in the theme of backing up your social-media accounts. Last week it was LinkedIn and this time it’s Facebook and Instagram. Not only is it important, it’s free. [Note – To Watch This Video without glitches/interruptions, It’s best to download it first] https://mklink-videos.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/2024-Dec-How-To-Download-Fb-Or-Insta-Data.mp4