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The United States Supreme Court last week ruled that a state age verification law is constitutional. As the Internet Society argued in a joint legal filing, the Texas law risks the privacy, security, and open nature of the Internet we all rely on.

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Just as you can learn to drive a car without having to learn to make one (but would prefer that whoever built the car had relevant training!), different roles in the Internet ecosystem require different skills.

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RoyalBlue54L Feather with Nordic nRF54L15 and RISC-V Coprocessor for Thread, Matter, and Zigbee

The RoyalBlue54L Feather is an upcoming development board designed to deliver a full-featured experience in the familiar Feather footprint. This board integrates Nordic’s next-generation nRF54L15, targeting developers working on modern wireless IoT applications.

Shuttle NT10H Leverages Intel Core Ultra and Available in Barebones option

The Shuttle NT10H is part of the XPC nano lineup and is designed as a compact, NUC-style mini PC for multitasking and heavier workloads. It uses Intel Core Ultra processors based on the Meteor Lake architecture, combining CPU cores, integrated Intel Arc graphics, and a dedicated AI Boost NPU providing up to 34 TOPS of AI performance.

YY3588 Development Board with up to 32GB RAM, 2.5GbE Port and Onboard NFC

Youyeetoo has just launched a platform based on Rockchip’s RK3588 SoC with a modular system-on-module design, targeting industrial automation and edge IoT projects that demand high performance and flexible connectivity. Key features include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support, optional 4G connectivity, and dual RJ45 Ethernet ports, including a 1GbE and an extra 2.5GbE port.

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What is Zorin OS? Linux for People Who Don’t Want to Leave Windows

posted by Rianne Schestowitz on Aug 29, 2024

Quoting: What is Zorin OS? Linux for People Who Don’t Want to Leave Windows —

Switching from Windows to Linux can feel like stepping into the unknown, but the transition is much easier with Zorin OS.

Zorin OS is a Linux distribution that was built to provide a familiar experience for Windows users. It's a great way to explore Linux if you’re curious about it but aren’t ready to leave Windows.

Let’s explore what makes Zorin OS stand out and why it’s a solid choice for beginners, whether you’re trying to revive an older PC or want to dive into Linux without feeling lost.

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