Tech Tip – Add a Desktop Toolbar to the Taskbar
Save time by being able to access all desktop files and shortcuts directly from the taskbar without minimising windows. Here’s how: To Enable Desktop Toolbar (Windows 10) : – Right-click the taskbar, go to Toolbars, and select Desktop. Use the Toolbar: – Access desktop items from the dropdown arrow on the taskbar. To Enable Desktop […]
Featured Article : Google Proposes AntiTrust Remedies
Google has filed a set of proposed remedies in its high-profile antitrust case concerning its dominance in the online search market, a case that has drawn significant scrutiny from regulators and competitors alike. Background to the Antitrust Case The case centres on allegations brought by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and a coalition of […]
Tech Insight : Microsoft’s Bundling Bungling?
Following a recent Wall Street Journal article highlighting how Microsoft has made Copilot part of its 365 subscription service in several markets and raised prices, we now look at Microsoft’s strategies for deploying its AI assistant, and the broader implications of its AI initiatives. Microsoft’s AI Expansion Through Copilot As the recent Wall Street Journal […]
Tech News : Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell Satellite Connectivity
Kyivstar (Ukraine’s largest telecom operator) has announced an agreement with Starlink (a division of Elon Musk’s SpaceX) to introduce direct-to-cell satellite connectivity to the whole country. Attacks On Communications Infrastructure By Russia The partnership promises to be a significant technological advancement for Ukraine’s connectivity infrastructure that could revolutionise the way Ukrainians stay connected, particularly in […]
Tech News : Net Neutrality (and TikTok) Bans Likely Lifted
Recent developments in US tech policy have halted the return of net neutrality rules and put the looming TikTok ban on pause, thereby raising significant questions about internet governance, corporate power, and digital rights. What Is Net Neutrality? Net neutrality, the principle that internet service providers (ISPs) must treat all data equally, ensures that ISPs […]
An Apple Byte : Apple to pay $95m To Settle Siri ‘Listening’ Lawsuit
Apple has agreed to pay $95m (£77m) to settle a lawsuit claiming its Siri virtual assistant recorded users without their consent and shared voice data with advertisers. The class action, filed in Northern California, accused Apple of eavesdropping through unintentional Siri activations, collecting sensitive voice recordings without permission. Claimants alleged these recordings were then used […]
Security Stop Press : Privacy Concerns Over Apple’s Photo Analysis
Apple is under fire for enabling its Enhanced Visual Search feature by default on iOS 18.1 and macOS 15.1 devices, analysing users’ photos for landmarks without prior notice or consent. The feature uses local machine learning to identify landmarks in photos, encrypts the data, and sends it to Apple’s servers for matching against a global […]
Sustainability-in-Tech : Emissions-Free Iron Created While Cooler Than Coffee!
Electra, a Colorado-based startup, has unveiled a revolutionary method to produce emissions-free iron from lower-grade iron ore at temperatures lower than a cup of coffee. Funding This breakthrough technology has attracted substantial financial backing, with the company raising $180.4 million in its latest funding round, part of a total target of $256.7 million. Carbon Emissions […]
Video Update : ChatGPT Offers ‘Projects’
OpenAI now make using ChatGPT more organised than ever with their ‘Projects’ environment, which definitely helps keep your work less cluttered and more effective. [Note – To Watch This Video without glitches/interruptions, It may be best to download it first] https://mklink-videos.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/2025-Jan-How-To-Use-Chatgpt-Projects.mp4
Tech Tip – Quickly Calculate Dates Using the Calendar
Rather than opening additional apps, you can save time by simply using the built-in Windows calendar app to quickly calculate dates for deadlines, appointments, or projects. Here’s how: To Open the Calendar: – Click the date/time in the taskbar (bottom right). Navigate Dates: – Use the arrows or scroll to jump forward or backward, and […]