Google’s Artificial Intelligence can now directly access your Gmail inbox, Drive files, and Docs to get info to customize its answers. “Bard” (and quite probably Google’s other AI projects) can scan your emails to find flight details, summarize docs, and more. This is some unprecedented access to your gmail emails! Before, Google AI like Smart […]
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by Jeffrey Peterson It’s time for mainstream America to chart a new Digital Path Forward The United States must retain the freedom to search for and find the truth in order to maintain our competitive advantage over other nations. Unlike countries such as China where the communist party controls all aspects of life, including the
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If you follow Jeff.pro, you already know that big tech operating systems like Windows and MacOS increasingly threaten users’ privacy and freedom. You can reclaim control by switching to the open source Linux OS. Linux is designed for user empowerment. Its code is transparent and open source, unlike proprietary Windows and MacOS, meaning, with Linux,
Big news–Microsoft is enacting substantial changes to its services agreement on September 30th, 2023 that privacy advocates argue will expand the company’s ability to monitor users and utilize their personal data to train artificial intelligence. 130 Microsoft Products covered by the new policy changes The new policies will cover over 130 Microsoft products including Windows,
In a Recent Court Ruling, the Supreme Court Sides with Apple on App Store Payment Rules The tech world has been buzzing recently about a landmark legal showdown between Apple, the technology giant, and Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, a popular video game. This dispute, which reached as high as the U.S. Supreme Court,
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There’s a trend returning to computing that’s getting attention – it’s called “local-first [software],” according to a recent article in Wired magazine. Basically, local-first software keeps your information on your own computer or device, instead of storing it all online “in the cloud.” This brings computing power and privacy rights back to individuals, while removing
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Twitter is getting a major rebranding under new owner Elon Musk. The social media platform will now be called ‘X’ and swap its iconic blue bird logo for an ‘X’ icon. The rebranding comes amidst sweeping changes at Twitter since Musk’s $44 billion acquisition in late 2022. Musk believes X can become a “super app”
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The way the world works with technology has dramatically changed again. 2023 is turning out to be a historical year in the technology industry. It is no secret that Apple has been working for a long time on it’s first computer based in Augmented Reality. This is also known as a “Spatial Computer.” The official
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The RESTRICT Act The proposed RESTRICT Act purports to counter China’s growing tech influence by apparently outright banning apps like TikTok and possibly other tech equipment and services, at the sole discretion of the federal government. While its stated goal is to curb foreign control of user data and safeguard national security, the legislation’s broad
Linux is a renowned open-source operating system that has become increasingly popular due to its stability, security, and flexibility. However, users of Linux may face the challenge of finding compatible drivers for their Wi-Fi cards. This can lead to unreliable wireless connections or a complete lack of connectivity. There are several reasons why some users
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